27th ICOM General Conference 2025
11 November – 17 November UTC+4
Every three years, ICOM hosts its General Conference, a flagship event that brings together museum professionals from around the world to engage in dialogue on the most pressing issues facing the museum sector.
ICOM Dubai 2025 conference will be hybrid, enabling global participation.
Visionary speakers, including renowned museum professionals and cultural thought leaders, will share insights on the future of museums. Attendees will engage in expert-led masterclasses and networking opportunities, providing a dynamic platform for collaboration and idea exchange.
The main theme chosen for the General Conference, ‘The Future of Museums in Rapidly Changing Communities,’ encapsulates the dynamic ever-changing landscape that communities and museums worldwide navigate through today, with three interconnected sub-themes that will invite in-depth discussions into the safeguarding of intangible heritage, youth power, and the rise of new technologies.
Embracing the rich cultural scene in Dubai and the UAE, the conference will also offer an array of social and cultural events for an enhanced experience for all attendees.