Arts & Cultural Heritage Symposium
Conference

Arts & Cultural Heritage Symposium

A day of discussions, presentations, and networking focused on preserving and promoting cultural heritage through the arts.

Date & Time

September 5, 2025

9:00 AM – 5:00 PM

Location

Makerere University

Main Hall, Kampala, Uganda

Registration

General: 75,000 UGX

Students: 30,000 UGX (with valid ID)

Cultural Practitioners: 50,000 UGX

Contact

@

ubunturhythmfusion@gmail.com

+256 700 123 456

About the Symposium

The Arts & Cultural Heritage Symposium brings together artists, scholars, cultural practitioners, and community leaders for a day of engaging discussions, presentations, and networking focused on preserving and promoting cultural heritage through the arts.

This annual event provides a platform for sharing knowledge, best practices, and innovative approaches to cultural preservation and expression. Participants will explore the intersection of traditional practices and contemporary arts, the role of technology in cultural documentation and dissemination, and strategies for engaging younger generations in cultural heritage.

Symposium Themes

  • Preserving Traditional Knowledge in the Digital Age
  • Intergenerational Transmission of Cultural Practices
  • Cultural Heritage as a Resource for Sustainable Development
  • Innovative Approaches to Arts Education
  • Building Cultural Bridges Through Artistic Exchange

Who Should Attend

This symposium is designed for a diverse audience including:

  • Artists and performers
  • Cultural heritage professionals
  • Educators and academics
  • Community leaders and activists
  • Students in arts, humanities, and cultural studies
  • Government representatives working in arts and culture
  • Anyone passionate about cultural preservation and expression

Symposium Schedule

Time
Session
8:30 AM

Registration & Coffee

Check-in and networking

9:00 AM

Opening Ceremony

Welcome address and cultural performance

9:30 AM

Keynote Address

"Preserving Our Heritage, Inspiring Our Future" by Prof. Josephine Nakato

10:30 AM

Panel Discussion

Cultural Heritage in the Digital Age

11:45 AM

Break

Refreshments and networking

12:15 PM

Concurrent Workshops

Choose from three specialized tracks

1:30 PM

Lunch

Traditional cuisine and cultural showcase

2:30 PM

Research Presentations

Selected papers on cultural preservation

3:45 PM

Break

Refreshments and networking

4:15 PM

Roundtable Discussion

Future Directions for Cultural Heritage Preservation

5:00 PM

Closing Ceremony

Summary, acknowledgments, and cultural performance

Workshop Tracks

Track 1: Documentation & Archiving

Learn about modern approaches to documenting and archiving cultural practices, including digital tools, community-based documentation, and ethical considerations.

  • Digital archiving techniques
  • Community-based documentation
  • Ethical considerations in cultural work

Track 2: Education & Engagement

Explore strategies for engaging diverse audiences in cultural heritage, with a focus on youth engagement and educational programming.

  • Curriculum development
  • Youth mentorship programs
  • Digital engagement strategies

Track 3: Innovation & Adaptation

Discover how traditional practices can be adapted and reimagined for contemporary contexts while maintaining cultural integrity.

  • Fusion and collaboration
  • Technology in performance
  • Sustainable cultural enterprises

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