The XXI International NKF Congress
IIC-Nordic Group
Cultural heritage facing catastrophe:
Prevention and recoveries
September 26 – 28 2018 at Harpa Conference Centre
Reykjavík, Iceland
Dear friends and colleagues,
The Icelandic section of the Nordic Association of Conservators is pleased to announce the XXI NKF Congress – Cultural heritage facing catastrophe: prevention and recoveries to be held in Reykjavík, Iceland 26 – 28 September 2018.
The theme of the congress is the impact of natural and man-made catastrophes on cultural heritage and recoveries.
During the last few years, the Nordic countries have experienced many disasters such as earthquakes, volcanic eruptions, floods, building explosion and fires, which have had a serious impact on their cultural heritage as have many other countries around the world. An awakening has taken place in the preventative actions illustrated by the amount of professional documentation on the internet. The congress will be an opportunity to share knowledge and experiences and/to improve the protection of the cultural heritage.
This congress is meant for conservators, curators, and all professionals working with the preservation of cultural heritages.
The program for the XXI NKF Congress will consist of lectures and will be divided into three main topics:
- Preventives measures; Risk assessments and technical solutions
- Case studies of catastrophes and emergency responses
- Long term recovery.
Organizing committee
Halldóra Ásgeirsdóttir Ingibjörg Áskelsdóttir Karen Sigurkarlsdóttir Sigriður Þorgeirsdóttir
Venue
Harpa, the beautiful concert and conference centre features the best conditions for conferences in Iceland. It is conveniently situated at the harbour in the heart of Reykjavík and within walking distance of the city centre with shops, restaurants, art galleries and a vibrant night-life.
Social programme and excursions
Along with the social programme such as the welcoming reception and the conference dinner, participants will have the opportunity to visit Iceland‘s most spectacular attractions, including geysers, waterfalls, volcanoes and glaciers.
Accommodation
Accommodation in various price ranges nearby Harpa has been booked for participants.
Sponsors
Important dates and deadlines
Please note dates and deadlines for each item – and make sure to check back frequently for further information.
Submission of Abstracts
Opening of abstract submission
– 1 September 2017Deadline of abstract submission
– 31 October 2017Notification of abstracts
– 30 November 2017
Registration
Registration opens
– 10 February 2018
Conference dates: 26 – 28 September 2018
Meeting venue is Harpa Conference and Concert Centre in Reykjavík, Iceland
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