[spectre] CFP: New Worlds and Old Mythologies [conf. art and cultural institutions in Central Europe] (Olomouc/CZ, 15-17 Sep 22)

[Andreas Broeckmann]

From: Barbora Kundracikova
Date: Mar 30, 2022
Subject: CFP: New Worlds and Old Mythologies (Olomouc, 15-17 Sep 22)

Olomouc, CZ, Sep 15–17, 2022
Deadline: Apr 30, 2022

How do Central European cultural institutions, museums and galleries 
work? What problems do they face and what are their goals? What 
similarities are there among their historical, cultural and operational 
experiences? In addition, does it make sense to strive to connect them 
on a common platform? These are just some of the questions raised by the 
international conference organized by the Central European Forum Olomouc 
(SEFO). Our intention is to examine the possibilities of cooperation and 
also to find not only potential intersections but also the limits that 
exist.
Attention will be paid to three related areas – (1) institutional 
policy, (2) exposition practices and (3) education. While the first 
panel focuses on the conditions and ways in which regional institutions 
operate on a long-term basis, the second and third panels are dedicated 
to specific experiences related mainly to the organization and 
functioning of permanent exhibitions, their connection with short-term 
projects and educational programmes.

The conference is intended primarily for experts in the field, but it is 
also open to the general public. In addition to invited speakers and 
representatives of the institutions, we welcome independent researchers 
to present current findings or trends.

Papers with a length of 30 minutes, accompanied by presentations or 
screenings, are welcome. Each paper includes time for a focused 
discussion. At the end of each panel, a moderated round table will take 
place.

The maximum size of the abstract is limited to 1.800 characters. It 
should be supplemented by a short biographical statement limited to 500 
characters. Both should be sent to the following e-mail address: 
SEFO at muo.cz.

The deadline for submission is April 30, 2022. Successful applicants 
will be notified by May 15, 2022. The resulting programme, including 
invited keynote speakers, will be published by May 31, 2022.

The conference will take place in Olomouc or will be organized as a 
hybrid event, depending on the COVID-19 situation. The working language 
is English. Limited funds are available for travel costs and 
accommodation. Please indicate in your application if you require such 
support.

Reference / Quellennachweis:
CFP: New Worlds and Old Mythologies (Olomouc, 15-17 Sep 22). In: 
ArtHist.net, Mar 30, 2022. <https://arthist.net/archive/36279>.