Highlighting Heritage, Empowering Knowledge

36th ICARUS Convention 2026

Date: 27-29 May 2026
Location: Tallinn, Estonia
Format: Hybrid (online participation available); register here
Language: English

Taking place from 27–29 May 2026 in Tallinn, Estonia, this year’s event will bring together the international archival community under the theme:

“Highlighting Heritage, Empowering Knowledge – From Archivists to Everyone”

Organised by ICARUS, the convention explores how archives are evolving in a rapidly changing digital landscape bridging traditional practices with cutting-edge technologies and new forms of public engagement.

Programme Highlights

Participants can look forward to a dynamic programme featuring:

  • A keynote by renowned archives expert Laura Millar
  • Sessions on AI-driven tools and digital transformation in archives
  • Innovative approaches to data design, access, and long-term preservation
  • Discussions on inclusion, crowdsourcing, and public engagement
  • Insights into multimedia, social media, and interactive archival tools
  • Case studies and collaborative exchange across the ICARUS network

Why attend?

The convention offers a unique opportunity to connect with archivists, researchers, and heritage professionals from across Europe and beyond, sharing expertise and shaping the future of archival heritage together.