Capturing the social and economic value of cultural heritage: Perspectives and projects from across Europe,
14 – 16 November 2012
Norwich, United Kingdom

Can cultural heritage improve cities and regions? Can it boost the educational and life prospects of citizens? Does it have a role to play in urban regeneration? The answer to all these questions is a resounding yes. And at a time of economic austerity and funding constraints, creative cities and cultural leaders are finding new ways to work together, to explore opportunities and to turn ideas into reality.

Call for Papers

The conference will provide a platform for practitioners and academics from across Europe to share knowledge, challenges and ideas. Practitioners and academics are invited to submit abstracts that explore the following themes for presentation at the conference:

• Social value
• Economic value
• Technological developments
• Marketing
• Cultural heritage as a regeneration driver
• New audience development
• Income generation

Full details of these themes can be found at the conference website.

The deadline for submission of a 300 word abstract is 20 April 2012. Decisions will be made by 4 May 2012.