NEMO’s European Museum Conference returns from 26–28 October 2025 in Horsens, Denmark, under the theme “Who cares? Museums, wellbeing, and resilience.” The event will gather 200+ museum professionals, cultural workers, health practitioners, and policymakers to explore how museums can foster mental wellbeing, resilience, and stronger communities.
By Creatives Unite CommunityDeadline to register: 5 October 2025
Event Dates: 26–28 October 2025
Location: Horsens, Denmark
Organiser: NEMO (Network of European Museum Organisations)
Who It’s For: Museum professionals, cultural workers, healthcare practitioners, researchers, policymakers, and anyone interested in the intersection of culture and wellbeing
Register here.
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What Is This About?
NEMO’s European Museum Conference programme is finally here! 'Who cares? Museums, wellbeing, and resilience' will explore the transformative role of museums in supporting mental health, wellbeing, and community resilience. As museums increasingly embrace their potential as spaces for emotional healing, social connection, and therapeutic experiences, the European museum conference will highlight inspiring case studies and innovative approaches that position museums as active contributors to public health.
The 3-day Conference will examine how partnerships between the cultural and healthcare sectors are shaping new approaches, reflecting a broader movement to integrate arts and culture into health initiatives, fuelled by growing recognition of the positive impact creative environments can have on mental wellbeing. The conference will also discuss the role of museums in supporting youth mental health, and address the importance of self-care and resilience within the museum sector itself.
What to Expect
- Inspiring case studies and expert talks
- Cross-sector conversations between culture and health
- Panels and workshops on mental health, youth engagement, and museum staff wellbeing
- Networking with museum leaders and health sector innovators
Check the full Conference programme here.
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Image: Courtesy of NEMO
