Information for ICOM MPR 2024 Annual Conference in Tbilisi, Georgia
ICOM MPR 2024 Conference
Museum Communications at a Crossroads: Empowering Our Communities in Times of Change and Crisis
A joint conference from ICOM Marketing and Public Relations, ICOM Georgia, and Tbilisi Museums Union, with Academia Europaea Tbilisi Regional Hub and Georgian Museum of Fine Arts
4 – 7 December 2024

Venue: Georgian Museum of Fine Arts, Tbilisi, Georgia
All conference information is available on our website mpr.mini.icom.museum

Conference Overview:

Join us in Tbilisi, one of Europe’s most historic and architecturally fascinating cities, at the crossroads of Europe and Asia. Located on the ancient Silk Road, Tbilisi has long been a key hub connecting diverse cultures and civilizations. This conference will address museums’ crucial role in navigating periods of change and crisis.

Key Dates:

• 15 September: Deadline for Presentation Proposals and Travel Grant Applications.
• 30 September: Notification of Proposal and Travel Grant Status.
• 4 December: On-site Registration and Check-in, Walking Tours, Opening Reception
• 5-6 December: Keynotes, Presentations, Panels, Discussions
• 7 December: Excursion(s)

Registration:

There is no registration fee. Register online:
Registration Form

Check Georgian Visa Information

Hotels and Discounts:

To be announced.

ICOM MPR Travel Grants:

The MPR grant program offers grants of up to €600 euros to provide financial support for airfare (in the most reasonable level of Economy Class), ground transportation, and accommodation for the duration of the meeting. The grant will not cover insurance, medical coverage, meals, and other expenses related to the members’ participation.

As required by funding from ICOM, two (2) of the grants will be given to qualified applicants 40 years of age or younger.

Learn more and apply here.

Call for Proposals of Presentations and Articles:

Our conference will focus on in-person participation in Tbilisi, with limited opportunities for virtual or pre-recorded presentations. All presentations will be streamed live and posted on YouTube after the conference. All presenters will be expected to write an article for a post-conference online publication. Learn more and submit your proposal here.

Keynote Speakers:
Maria Vlachou, Executive Director, Acesso Cultura/Access Culture, Portugal
Professor Dr. David Lordkipanidze, General Director of Georgian National Museum; Academic Director of Academia Europaea Tbilisi Regional Hub

Excursions and Tours Offered on 7 December:

Our colleagues of ICOM Georgia have curated a wonderful day for registered conference attendees to explore Georgia! Separate registration and a fee (to be announced) will be required. You will select one of the following:

Option 1: Tbilisi – Ujarma – Shuamta –Tsinandali (Kakheti region)

Option 2: Tbilisi – Mtskheta – Gori – Uplistsikhe – Tbilisi (Kartli Region)

Questions?

Registration, Hotels, and Excursions: Send an email to: icomgeo@gmail.com
Presentations and Travel Grants: Send an email to: chair.mpr@icom.museum