Antarctic Heritage & Conservation summit | Australian Antarctic Festival 2026

Bringing together heritage management professionals from the Australian Antarctic Division, the Mawson's Huts Foundation, the New Zealand Antarctic Heritage Trust and the United Kingdom Antarctic Heritage Trust, the Antarctic Heritage & Conservation Summit explores the challenges and opportunities of preserving Antarctica's historic places for future generations.

Through a series of presentations and audience Q&A, representatives will examine current conservation projects, emerging research, international collaboration, and the management of some of the world's most remote and fragile heritage sites across Antarctica and the subantarctic region.

A must-attend event for anyone passionate about cultural heritage, conservation, Antarctic history and polar exploration.

Event Details

📅 Friday 21 August 2026

🕝 2:30 pm - 5:00 pm

📍 Aurora Lecture Theatre, IMAS, Hobart

💻 Online attendance available

Your Registration Includes

• Presentations from leading Antarctic heritage and conservation organisations

• Insights into current conservation projects and research

• Opportunities to ask questions and engage with speakers

• In-person or online attendance options

Free event. Registrations are essential.

Presented as part of the Australian Antarctic Festival 2026.