03 Nov 2026 - 04 Nov 2026

Location: Musée éthnographique de Genève

Organizer: ARCAN Laboratory, Musée d'ethnographie de Genève, Museum Commission of the Swiss Anthropological Association, and Art-Law Centre at the University of Geneva

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International conference: “Ancestors in Collections? Intersecting Perspectives on Scientific Challenges and Contemporary Responsibilities”

ARCAN Laboratory, Musée d'ethnographie de Genève, Museum Commission of the Swiss Anthropological Association, and Art-Law Centre at the University of Geneva

This interdisciplinary conference will address the ethical, legal, scientific, cultural and political questions raised by human remains in museum, university, medical and heritage collections. The conference will bring together researchers, museum professionals, representatives of source communities, artists and policymakers to discuss provenance, terminology, care, display, restitution, alternatives when return is not possible, and institutional responsibilities.

Admission is free but registration is mandatory.


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