ICAMT 50th ANNUAL CONFERENCE

ENCOUNTERING TRANSITION
Reshaping museum architecture, exhibition design and techniques in response to global/local changes

 

6-11 October, 2024  
Taitung & Taipei  
Taiwan

 

About the Conference

ICAMT - International Committee for Architecture and Museum Techniques of ICOM annually  organises an important international conference that gathers experts from different areas, namely  museography, museum studies, architecture and exhibition design.  
ICAMT 50th Annual Conference will be held in Taitung, Taiwan, from 6 to 11 of October 2024, under the main theme “ENCOUNTERING TRANSITION – Reshaping museum architecture,  exhibition design and techniques in response to global/local changes”.  
The National Museum of Prehistory, Taiwan is the main entity responsible for the organization  of this on-site event.

 

Introduction

In the dynamic landscape of the global and local cultural spheres, museums play a pivotal role  as repositories of history, culture, and knowledge. As the world undergoes rapid transitions driven by  technological advancements, socio-political shifts, and environmental changes, museums must adapt  and evolve to remain relevant and effective.  
The 50th annual conference of ICAMT will be an opportunity for professionals, students, and  experts to meet, share their research and insights, and explore innovative approaches to the  transformative forces that museums face in a fast-changing world.  
The main theme and sub-themes will offer insights into various aspects of museum architecture,  exhibition design, and techniques, highlighting their role in shaping the narrative of cultural institutions  in the face of global and local changes.