Organizer: University of Santiago de Compostela in cooperation with the
European Institute of Cultural Routes
Who is it for: Academics, cultural heritage experts, policymakers, and higher education institutions
Event Dates: November 13–14, 2024
Where: Centre for Advanced Research Studies, Santiago de Compostela, Spain
Cost: Free (registration required)
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About the Event
The inaugural International Conference on Universities and Cultural Routes aims to spotlight the role of higher education institutions in
preserving and enhancing cultural routes across Europe, the Mediterranean, and America. This two-day event offers a platform for academic and cultural professionals to exchange knowledge, showcase research, and explore strategies for strengthening cultural pathways. Featuring leading voices in heritage, education, and policy, the conference is an essential gathering for those committed to sustaining cultural routes and fostering international collaboration.
Key Topics of Discussion
Higher Education and Cultural Preservation: Institutions’ roles in protecting and promoting cultural routes.
Research and Academic Contributions: Insights into the latest academic efforts supporting cultural heritage routes.
Collaborative Projects and Mobility: Opportunities for cross-sectoral partnerships and exchange programs.
Program Highlights
Keynotes and Round Tables: Perspectives from experts in cultural preservation, including leading scholars and representatives of European cultural organizations.
Panels on Research Initiatives: Exploring the latest findings on cultural routes, including the Camino de Santiago and Historic Pharmacies Route.
Working Groups: Strategies for 2024-2026, focusing on academic funding, sector-specific initiatives, and practical applications in heritage tourism and sustainability.
Attendees will also have the chance to experience Santiago de Compostela’s heritage with guided tours and a walk along a section of the Camino de Santiago, fostering a deeper connection to the conference themes.
Background
Organized by the University of Santiago de Compostela and the European Institute of Cultural Routes, this event aims to formalize a network dedicated to advancing cultural heritage studies and creating a shared vision for sustainable cultural routes across nations.
To read more details about the conference please visit their
website.
