Acknowledging that craft practice is often placed within the context of the past, when time was taken to make an object by hand, we will build on this deep relationship between craft and Intangible Cultural Heritage. However, the intention is not to repeat what has gone before. The debate will reflect on the value of past practice through the rediscovery of its future potentials. We wish to create a climate for the resurgence and acknowledgement of the essential importance of Intangible Cultural Heritage as a valuable expression of identity and economic propositions.

The focus of the conference is on the live connectivity between Intangible Cultural Heritage and contemporary craft practice. Our speakers are drawn from an international community of contemporary makers, curators, writers, historians, academics and funders – all of whom recognize the centrality of craft in human growth and development.

An early bird discount is available on tickets if booked by 10 February.