ICOM Exhibitions
ICOM Exhibitions is a transformative voice in museums, ICOM, and the exhibitions
community. ICOM Exhibitions inspires individuals and organizations to connect witheach other through meaningful experiences and dialogues, focusing on content
creation, exhibition development, strategic partnerships, collaborations, andcultural exchange.
Mission
ICOM Exhibitions is committed to being a force for transformation in the museum
and exhibition sectors by supporting efforts to expand diversity, equity, accessibility, and inclusion (DEAI), by encouraging difficult conversations to discover common
ground, by providing a multicultural and multidisciplinary platform for all members
and organisations and by taking risks that enable and support innovation andprogress within the exhibition industry and our museum communities as a whole.
Priorities
ICOM Exhibitions seeks to expand and strengthen its position as the global voice
for the international museum exhibition community.
ICOM Exhibitions seeks to establish and share best practices in exhibition production, partnership development, sustainable production models, and content exchange.
ICOM Exhibitions leads a global museum network that embraces change and supports innovation and progress.
2023 - 2025 Board
Hillary Spencer
Founder, Agency
Washington, DC USA
Amanda Mayne
Head of Partnerships
International Touring Exhibitions
The British Museum
London, UK
Julie Leclair
Director of Exhibitions
Canadian Museum of History
Gatineau, Canada

Marjo Meriluoto
Head of Exhibitions, Vapriikki
Tampere, Finland
Edson Armando Méndez Albavera
Director del Museo Regional de Cholula
Puebla, Mexico
Kristjan Raba
Chief Coordinator of Partner Relations
Eesti Rahva Muuseum
Tartu, Estonia
Negar SagharichiCollections Registrar
Tavakoli Archives
Toronto, Canda

Alanna Davidson
Partnerships Director
Nomad Exhibitions
Edinburgh, UK

Dana Andrew
Museum Consultant
Dublin, Ireland

https://icee.mini.icom.museum

icee.icom@gmail.com

Exhibitions and Memory
Sunday September 29. 2024
Join us to celebrate the opening ofMomentum: Exhibitions and Memory
4:00pm - 6:00pm
		Tartu University Museum						Lossi 25						51003 Tartu linn
Attendees are invited to pick up their conference badges andenjoy drinks and light snacks while meeting the conference
organizers. Participants will also have exclusive access to theTartu University Museum’s permanent exhibition, “Universityof Our Lives,” as well as the latest temporary exhibition,“Hidden Worlds Expanding.”
WelcomeMarian Raisma, PhD
Director, Tartu University History Museum
Hillary Spencer
Co-chair, ICOM Exhibitions

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Exhibitions, Memory and the Future
Monday September 30. 2024

Memories shape the future, but what happens when community
members do not have direct experience with the events of the past?
How can exhibitions engage young people in thoughtful explorations of
our histories to create more just futures?

Welcome to
Momentum: Exhibitions and Memory

In this keynote conversation, Lebogang Marishane of Constitution Hill inSouth Africa and Amina Krvavac of the War Childhood Museum in Bosnia
and Herzegovina share their strategies, dilemmas, and hopes for creating
future memories through exhibitions.

8:30 - 9:00		

Conference Opens
Estonian National Museum								Muuseumi tee 2								60532 Tartu

Amina Krvavac is the Executive Director of the War Childhood Museum inSarajevo, Bosnia and Herzegovina, which focuses on the experiences ofchildren affected by war. Under her leadership, the museum has gainedinternational recognition for its innovative approach to peacebuilding andreconciliation. The War Childhood Museum won the prestigious Council ofEurope Museum Prize in 2018. Krvavac believes in museums as spaces forsocial action, societal healing, and drivers of change, and is particularlyinterested in unlocking the potential of museums in transitional justiceprocesses.

9:10 - 9:15		
Welcome			Hillary Spencer, ICOM Exhibitions, United States
			Kertu Saks, Estonian National Museum, Estonia
			Linda Norris, International Coalition of Sites of			Conscience, United States
			Kai Lobjakas, Chair ICOM Estonia, Estonia
9:15 - 10:45		
Keynote: Exhibitions, Memory and the Future			Lebogang Marishane, Constitution Hill, South Africa
			Amina Krvavac, War Childhood Museum, Bosnia
			and Herzegovina, moderated by Hillary Spencer,
				ICOM Exhibitions, United States

Lebogang Marishane is a South African researcher and a social justice,culture, and peace-building practitioner, currently serving as the Strategic
Support Manager at Constitution Hill in South Africa. With over 15 years ofexperience, Marishane has been instrumental in advancing truth and reconciliation efforts post-Apartheid. Her work spans transitional justice for African
youth to curating exhibitions in post-conflict societies, with a focus on fostering
dialogue, reconnecting individuals with their pasts, and envisioning a brighter
future for all.

		

Hillary Spencer, a leader in the conversation about the future of museums,
and the co-chair of ICOM Exhibitions, will moderate the session. Spencer isknown for her research that focuses on the importance of risk in effective leadership. Committed to models of co-creation and co-leadership in both content
creation and structural change, Spencer’s work is at the forefront of shaping
inclusive and forward-thinking museum practices.

Explore how exhibitions can help
create meaningful connections
between the past and the future,especially for younger generations
who may not have lived through thehistorical events being
presented.
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Monday September 30. 2024, cont.
10:45 - 11:15

Coffee Break

12:00 - 12:45

Concurent Sessions - Workshops
11:15 - 12:45
Workshop 1 - Future Perfect Museums
			Hillary Spencer, ICOM Exhibitions, United States
			Maggie Greyson, Futures Present, Canada

Panel Session 2
Exploring Heritage and Social Issues Through Exhibitions
Niloofar Yazdkhasti, Iran Dolls Museum, IranJole Martinengh, Contemporanea Progetti, Italy
Anna Dentoni, Promotori Musei Mare, Italy
This session explores how museums and exhibitions raiseawareness about heritage, social issues, and cultural evolution
through three interconnected projects:

If your museum could be anything what would it be? What stories would
you tell? How would you share them? Who would you reach? This workshop invites you to embrace the unique strengths of your organization
and ask, “What if?” Through futures thinking, you’ll collaborate with peers
to envision your own Future Perfect Museum and develop actionablestrategies to bridge the gap between today’s realities and tomorrow’s
possibilities. Join us to discover how to advocate for bold, new narratives
using innovative tools of advocacy and disruption, tailored for the evolving
museum landscape.

The Iran Dolls Museum spotlights women’s rights by showcasing stories of Iranian women advocating for gender equality.
“Women in the Ancient World,” an exhibition by Contemporanea Progetti and Museo Nazionale Romano, examines genderroles in ancient societies to foster discussions on inclusivity.
“Hollywood in Riviera” by Promotori Musei Mare connects theglamour of Hollywood’s past with modern perspectives, inspiring visitors through its engaging narrative.

11:15 - 12:45
Workshop 2 - Creating Dialogic Exhibitions
			Linda Norris, International Coalition of Sites
of Conscience, United States
Drawing on examples from Sites of Conscience around the globe, thisactive workshop provides participants with concrete tools and approaches for teams to use in developing exhibitions that encourage visitors toconsider and shape more just futures for all.

Discover how these exhibitions preserve
heritage while provoking thought oncontemporary issues.

Concurent Sessions - Panels
11:15 - 12:00
Panel Session 1
Violence, Peace, Identity: Memories for the
Future Samantha Vaughn, Catherine Gilbert,
Natalie Heidaripour, Yusuf Patel, Newcastle
University, United Kingdom

Afternoon Activities
1:00 - 2:00		
Lunch
Provided by					Momentum!
2:00 - 2:30		
Transit
Tartu Toy Museum					Lutsu str 8					51006 Tartu
		
3:00 - 3:45
Tour		
Special Exhibitions

Explore memory’s role in understanding ourpast and shaping a better future. By comparing
exhibitions from South Africa, Rwanda, Czechia,
Northern Ireland, and the United States, we will
examine how trauma and difficult histories are
addressed. The focus will be on how exhibitions
use these memories to confront the past, foster
empathy, and embrace diverse perspectives.

4:00 - 5:00

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Tuesday October 1. 2024

Olena Honcharuk is the Acting Director of the Oleksandr Dovzhenko
National Centre in Ukraine, the country’s primary film archive. Since 2021,
she has played a vital role in the organization, particularly in the preservation and promotion of Ukraine’s film heritage during challenging times,
including the ongoing war. Honcharuk has also led initiatives to expand
the Centre’s archival activities to document the war and its impacts.

How do Exhibitions Shape our Memory?
Museum visitors bring their own life experiences into any exhibition,
but how can a museum address the dilemmas of long-held perspectives shaped by colonization, racism, gender, and class? Whose
stories are told? Whose memories are honored? How can an understanding of context, agency, and voice help create new meanings
and memories in our constantly changing societies?

Miles Greenwood is the Lead Curator at the International Slavery
Museum, part of National Museums Liverpool. Greenwood’s work focuses on addressing the legacies of slavery and empire through exhibitions,research, and community engagement. He has been instrumental inhighlighting the historical impact of transatlantic slavery and colonialism, as well as their ongoing effects in contemporary society. Previously,Greenwood served as the Curator of Legacies of Slavery and Empire at
Glasgow Museums, where he played a crucial role in reshaping narratives
around Glasgow’s involvement in the slave trade and its colonial past.

In this keynote conversation, Miles Greenwood of the International Slavery
Museum in the United Kingdom and Olena Honcharuk of the Oleksandr
Dovzhenko National Centre in Ukraine bring diverse perspectives to the exploration of the past, present, and future of reshaping community memory.
The conversation will be moderated by Linda Norris, a thought leader at
the International
Coalition of Sites of Conscience.

Linda Norris is the Senior Specialist, Methodology and Practice at theInternational Coalition of Sites of Conscience, the only global networkof historic sites, museums, and memory initiatives that connects paststruggles to today’s movements for human rights. Norris facilitates connections and builds the capacity of members and organizations in using
the past to create a more just future. An international thought leader andco-author of Creativity in Museum Practice, Norris is known for her work infacilitating conversation and action on how creativity can transformmuseums, shape more compelling narratives, and foster
deeper, more inclusive community connections.

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Explore how exhibitions can challenge entrenched narratives, honor diverse memories, and create
spaces for new perspectives that resonate with
our evolving societies.

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11:00 - 12:45
Workshop 2
Advancing Digital Innovation in			
Memory: A Collaborative Workshop
			Dr Kate Marrison & Dr Victoria Grace Walden			
Landecker Digital Memory Lab, University of Sussex, UK

Tuesday October 1. 2024, cont.
9:00			

Conference Opens		

Between 2022 - 2023, 100 international collaborators developed a set of recommendations to support digital innovation in Holocaust museums, memorial sites, libraries, & archives. These guidelines focus on six key themes:
Machine Learning and AI; Digitizing Material Evidence; Digital Recording,
Remixing, and Recirculating Testimony; Holocaust Memory and Education
on Social Media; Virtual Holocaust Memoryscapes; and Gaming and Play in
Holocaust Memory and Education.

9:10 - 9:15		
Welcome			Amanda Mayne, ICOM Exhibitions and The British Museum,			United Kingdom
9:15 - 10:30		

10:30 - 11:00

Keynote: How do Exhibitions Shape our Memory?
Olena Honcharuk, Oleksandr Dovzhenko National Centre, Ukraine
Miles Greenwood, International Slavery Museum, United Kingdom
moderated by Linda Norris, International Coalition of Sites ofConscience, United States
Coffee BreakIn this workshop, we invite individuals from the wider GLAM sector to collaborate on advancing these recommendations. Together, we will explore howthese guidelines can inform and enhance your practice, particularly whenworking with historical material that is difficult, sensitive, or traumatic.

Concurrent Sessions - Workshops

Concurrent Sessions - Lightning Presentations

11:00 - 12:45
Workshop 1
Nightscapes: Exploring Urban Memory
			Karin Leivategija, Estonian National Museum, Estonia

11:00 - 11:15		
Presentation 1 The Amashi of Durban
			Rebecca Naidoo, Old Courthouse Museum, South Africa

This workshop, held in conjunction with the Estonian National
Museum’s exhibition ‘Who Claims the Night?’, offers
participants a unique opportunity to explore theintersection of urban memory and nighttime
experiences. Led by the exhibition’s headcurator, Karin Leivategija, the workshop
will feature engaging discussions and acollaborative mapping exercise focusedon innovative approaches to representing nocturnal landscapes in museum
settings.

The Old Court House Museum in Durban features an exhibition on Rickshaw Pullers (Amahashi) to deepen understanding of South Africa’s history through directinteraction with historical collections. This exhibition fosters appreciation for diverse cultures, serves as an educational hub, and encourages critical discussions.

11:15 - 11:30
Presentation 2 In Other Words, Québec: 					Meeting Ground Nicolas Gauvin, Musée 						
de la civilisation, Canada“In Other Words, Québec” reimagines Québec’s social, historical,
geographical, and cultural narratives, emphasizing diversity, encounters, and contemporary issues. It challenges conventional
accounts of Québec’s memory, aiming for inclusion and decolonization. Through new museolog-ical approaches, visitors are invited to engage with the past to shape a more just future.
Hear how the Museum weaves empathy, inclusivity, andcollective memory into the creation of a brighter tomorrow.

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12:15 - 12:30
Presentation 6 Reshaping Memory
			Kosjenka Laszlo Klemar, Technical Museum Nikola Tesla,
			Croatia
This presentation examines the crucial role museums play in preserving or
erasing collective memory, focusing on the Nada Dimić File 2023 exhibition
This presentation examines the crucial role museums play in preserving or
erasing collective memory, focusing on the Nada Dimić File 2023 exhibitionat the Technical Museum Nikola Tesla. The session will discuss museums’
responsibilities in managing dissonant and complex heritage, offering
strategies for engaging audiences in reshaping erased memory.
Attendees will gain insights into creating environments that encourage
critical reflection.

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Concurrent Sessions - Lightning Presentations , cont.

Presentation 3 Museums as Catalysts for Social
11:30 - 11:45		
Awareness: The Role of The Partition Museum, Delhi						Abhinav Sharma, Indian Institute of Heritage, India
This presentation will examine the vital role museums play in addressing
sensitive social issues, with a focus on The Partition Museum in Delhi,
which is dedicated to the 1947 Partition of India. At a time when religious
intolerance is a pressing issue in Indian society, museums serve as publicplatforms that can foster meaningful discussions and help bridge divides.
This session will explore how exhibitions and programs can raise awareness of critical issues andPresentation 7 Beyond the Frame: Charting the
12:30 - 12:45
Spectrum of Preferences Between Digital and						Traditional Museum Exhibitions
			Zhi Ye, Kings College London, United Kingdom
This session examines how international audiences engage with digitaltechnologies in blockbuster exhibitions, based on insights from over 30
semi-structured interviews. It explores how diverse audience groups interact with and perceive traditional, digital, immersive, and online exhibition
formats. The findings highlight how digital elements can both enhance anddetract from the overall experience. Drawing from these insights, the session will propose guidelines for designing more effective and inclusive digital
exhibition experiences that cater to a wide range of international visitors.

11:45 - 12:00
Presentation 4 Revolutionizing Cultural Heritage
			Preservation, Etienne Tellier, Iconem, FranceThis session examines how new technologies and digitization are transforming the preservation of cultural heritage sites threatened by wars, conflicts, and climate change. By creating 3D digital twins of these sites, we
can safeguard locations where cultures and civilizations once thrived. We’ll
explore projects like “Eternal Sites” and “Age Old Cities,” discussing their rolein preserving memory and how they complement traditional museum displays. Discover how technology is reshaping cultural heritage preservationand engagement worldwide.

Presentation 8 Vårgårda Museum: Small Museum,
12:45 - 1:00
			Millions of Stories
			Pia Hansson, Bohusläns museum, Sweden
Discover the magic of Vårgårda Museum, where a community’s collective
memory comes alive in a 140-square-meter exhibition. This small Swedish
museum tells 10,000 years of history—from the Bronze Age to modern
times—using innovative design on a limited budget. The exhibition’s focus
on roads, intersections, and trade routes creates a powerful sense of belonging, connecting visitors to the past through interactive experiences,compelling narratives, and immersive environments.

12:00 - 12:15
Presentation 5 Tokens of Power
			Ken Ird, University of Tartu Museum, Estonia
In January 2025, a new exhibition, “Tokens of Power. Political Image of theAssembly Hall of the University of Tartu”, will open at the Art Museum of
the University of Tartu. This exhibition will provide a novel insight into that
iconic neoclassical public space and analyse it as an ideologically (un)conscious stage for different political systems that governed Estonia in
the 19th and 20th centuries. The presentation discusses challenges faced
during the preparation of the exhibition and focuses on how to deal with
politically sensitive history.

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Afternoon Activities
1:00 - 2:00		

Lunch

		Provided by Momentum!

2:00 - 2:30		
Transit			 Tartu City Museum							 Narva mnt 23											
51009 Tartu
3:00 - 3:45		

Tour				Special Exhibitions

4:00 - 5:00		

Discussion			

Wednesday October 2. 2024
Exhibitions, Memories, andIndigenous Communities

Break out sessions and coffee

Historically, exhibitions about Indigenous communities were often developed
without their involvement, perpetuating legacies of colonialism and displacement. Today, Indigenous museum leaders are reshaping the exhibition process, introducing perspectives that challenge conventional practices. This
keynote presentation will explore how Indigenous memories, traditions, andcontemporary experiences can be honored and integrated into exhibitions,creating spaces that respect these cultures while fostering inclusive learning
experiences for all. The conversation will spotlight museum leaders who are
driving change by centering Indigenous voices and embracing diverse ways ofknowing.

Join us for an evening
along		the Emajõgi River
Lodjakoda Barge Centre			
6:00pm - 9:00pm
Ujula tänav 98
Tartu linn						
Join us at the historic Barge Centre, winner of the Cultural
Endowment of Estonia in Architecture special award in 2021,
for a true Estonian evening! Enjoy music, sauna and friends!

Taina Máret Pieski, Director of the Sámi Museum Siida in Inari, Finland. The
Indigenous-led museum serves as both a cultural and nature center, focusing
on the culture and history of the Sámi people, as well as the natural environment of Northern Lapland. Under Pieski’s leadership, the museum has undergone significant renovations and expansions, enhancing its exhibitions andfacilities to better serve the Sámi people and preserve Sámi heritage.
The Sámi Museum Siida is the winner of theEuropean Museum of he Year Award(EMYA) 2024.

The Barge Centre sauna uses leftover wood from ship building to heat
the cosy sauna, which is located on the banks of the Emajõgi River,a 15-minute walk from the city centre. You can jump directly
into the Emajõgi River from the hot sauna bench, or
relax on the banks of the river while enjoying
traditional Estonian fare.

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Chris Newell, a member of the Passamaquoddy Tribe,
has made significant contributions to the museum
field, particularly in promoting Indigenous perspectives.
Newell served as the Executive Director and SeniorPartner to the Wabanaki Nations at the Abbe Museumin Bar Harbor, Maine. He was the first tribal member tolead the museum, which is dedicated to Wabanaki art,
history, and culture. During his tenure, Newell focusedon decolonizing museum practices by centering Native
voices and restructuring the museum’s board to include
a majority of Wabanaki members. Newell is also theco-founder of the Akomawt Educational Initiative, whichaims to improve education on Native history and contemporary issues across New England.
Moderated by Margaret Middleton, an American independent exhibit designer and museum consultant
based in the UK with over 15 years of experience in themuseum field. Working at the intersection of design andsocial justice, Middleton focuses on creating inclusive
and welcoming museum experiences for diverse audiences.

Join us for this impactful session to gain
insights into the evolving role of Indigenous communitiesin shapingexhibitions
and discover ways we can all contributeto this vital shift in museum practice.

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9:00			

Conference Opens		

9:10 - 9:15		
Welcome			Julie Leclair ICOM Exhibitions and Canadian Museum
			of History, Canada
9:15 - 10:30		

Keynote: Exhibitions, Memories, and Indigenous
Chris Newell, Akomawt Educational Initiative, UnitedStates, Taina Máret Pieski, Sámi Museum Siida,
Finlandmoderated by Margaret Middleton,
Independent Consultant, United Kingdom

10:30 - 11:00

Coffee Break

11:00 - 12:15
Plenary Session: What’s Hard Right Now:
			
Memory and Exhibitions in the Baltics
			Kristine Milere, Art Museum Riga Bourse, Latvia			more speakers to be announced!
Every region faces unique challenges in politics, culture, andthe arts—all of which shape the world of exhibitions. Join
us for a dynamic conversation with voices from the Baltic
region as we explore contemporary issues in exhibition development, storytelling, decolonization, and more. Don’t missthis opportunity to dive into the topics that matter most!

1:00 - 2:00		

Lunch

2:00 - 3:30		
Marketplace of Exhibitions
			Sponsored by Teo and Expona Exhibitions
			Discover the latest in exhibition development, hear calls for partners, and explore			exciting hosting oportunities from our			global community of content producers.
			The Marketplace is sponsored by Teo			and Expona Exhibitions and will feature			online and in person presentations.

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Wednesday October 2. 2024, cont.
3:00 - 4:30		

Concurrent Sessions - Workshops

Workshop 2

Workshop 1
Essentials of Traveling Exhibitions: From Concept
			to Execution			Julie Leclair, ICOM Exhibitions and Canadian Museum
			of History, Canada
			Amanda Mayne, ICOM Exhibitions andThe British Museum, 					United Kingdom
ICOM Exhibitions brings the pros to you! In this workshop, industry experts
Amanda Mayne and Julie Leclair will share their extensive experience in managing and touring exhibitions, both large and small. Participants will gain
valuable insights into the key aspects of planning and executing a successful
traveling exhibition, including:
Topic Selection: Learn how to choose compelling and relevant themes that
resonate with diverse audiences. Vendor Agreements: Understand the essentials of negotiating and managing agreements with vendors, ensuringsmooth collaboration and clear expectations. Touring Artifacts: Explore theconsiderations involved in deciding whether to include artifacts in your exhibition, including conservation, security, and legal implications. Logistics: Delve
into the practicalities of transporting, installing, and maintaining exhibitions
across multiple venues. Rental Agreements: Gain knowledge on drafting andnegotiating rental agreements that protect your interests while fostering successful partnerships.

Sustainable Exhibitions: A workshop exploring how to 		
reduce the environmental impact of exhibitions
			Elise Foster Vander Elst, Head of Exhibitions and Environmental
Impact Lead, Design Museum, United Kingdom
Lorraine Finch, Chair of the Institute of Conservation’s
Sustainability Network, United Kingdom
Museum leaders around the globe are prioritizing environmental
sustainability by implementing innovative green initiatives.
From adjusting temperature standards and transitioning
to LED lighting to adopting green logistics practices,
these efforts are not only reducing environmental
impact but also leading to significant cost savingsand lower energy consumption. In this workshop,
we’ll address the critical question: How Can a
Museum Develop Sustainability Strategies for
Exhibitions?
Maintaining and caring for museum exhibitions canhave a measurable effect on an institution’s environmental
impact. With an eye on the future and an appreciation of the urgent
need for all organizations to respond to the climate crisis, this workshop
provides tangible strategies for greening your programs. This workshop provides tangible strategies, tools and resources for greening your programs.
Workshop 3
Exploring Playful Engagement
			Ed Rodley, The Experience Alchemists, United States

Whether you’re new to traveling exhibitions or looking to refine yourapproach, this workshop will provide you with the foundational tools
and strategies
needed to bring your exhibitions to lifeon the road.

In this workshop we will explore playful engagement in cultural settings
through four interrelated concepts that are essential for creating compelling, memorable experiences—whether physical,
digital, or blended. Participants will delve into sensory immersion, emotional evocation, narrative transportation, andplayful participation as key components of effective visitor
engagement. This workshop will provide attendees with aframework for understanding the visitor experience in cultural environments and propose a model of playful engagementthat allows experience designers to visualize their objectives
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Exploring Playful Engagement, cont.

four concepts into their work, enabling them to craft a newgeneration of transformative experiences that resonate withaudiences both in-person and online. Join us to discover how
to enhance visitor engagement through playfulness andcreativity!
4:30 - 5:00		

Reception		
Estonan National Museum
Join us to thank our Estonian hosts, toast our friends andannounce the 2026 conference location!

PARTNERSThe International Coalition of Sites of Conscience empowers societies to reckon
with their past in order to create more just and peaceful futures. To do so, we facilitate a global network composed of historic sites, museums, universities, and civil society
organizations dedicated to helping the public confront traumatic histories and address theircontemporary legacies. We support these institutions in creating powerful memory initiatives that shine a light on difficult truths and fight for specific actions to achieve justice,whether in the recent or distant past. Learn more at: www.sitesofconscience.org
Estonian National Museum is an ethnographic museum, focusing on the everyday life andcultural changes of Estonian and Finno-Ugric peoples. Opened in a brand new building in
2016, the museum comprises of vast collections, professional conservation, research, andeducational departments. The museum’s primary goal has been to broaden its impact onsociety by increasing the participation of various communities, cultural groups, and memory
in its activities and serving as a catalyst for innovation based on heritage.
https://www.erm.ee/

Join us to celebrate the closing ofMomentum: Exhibitions and Memory
at the We Claim the Night Party!

ICOM Estonia has more than 250 individual and 10 institutional members and a strong net
work of Estonian museum professionals, who are encouraged to participate in interna
tional museum cooperation. ICOM Estonia organizes Museum Day events, as well
as local and international seminars. The main current topics of the four workgroups are museum ethics, museum terminology, restitution, and environmental
sustainability. https://www.icomeesti.ee/

7:00pm - 12:00am
Estonian National Museum						
Nomad Exhibitions is hosting the ultimate close-out
party this year! Get ready to dance at the Estonian
National Museum’s “Who Claims the Night” exhibition!
If you partied with us in Prague, you know ICOM Exhibitions knows how to celebrate, and if you danced with
us in Medellín, you know exhibitions folks know
how to have fun! Don’t miss this epic
conference finale—it’s going to be a night
to remember!

Nomad Exhibitions specialises in the design and production of innovative andexpertly designed temporary, touring and permanent exhibitions for museums,
galleries and cultural venues worldwide. Nomad are commitment facilitatingworldwide access to outstanding collections, creative design, curatorial excell
ence, exceptional partnerships, and environmental responsibility.
www.nomadexhibitions.com
Teo is dedicated to supporting the international touring exhibitions community by
fostering new connections, dialogue, shared knowledge and best practices within the
touring world. Created for hosts, producers and suppliers of international touring exhibitions, Teo is a global living resource for sharing best practices and fostering new international collaborations in the world of travelling exhibits. https://www.teo-exhibitions.com
Expona Exhibitions specializes in developing, co-producing, and touring exhibitions formuseums and exhibition centers, handling everything from content development to project
management. We also offer personalized design services, including creative graphic design,
to enhance the impact of temporary exhibitions. https://www.expona.net

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