JOIN US AT THE UK’S ANNUAL EVENT FOR ART HISTORY

Bringing together current research and critical debate about art, art history and visual cultures

Online Event
Wednesday 14 - Saturday 17 April 2021

The Association for Art History’s 2021 Annual Conference will take place online. It will be the largest conference to date, taking place over four days and incorporating many of the 2020 sessions that were unable to run last year. The 2021 conference takes place in partnership with the Department of Art History, Curating and Visual Studies at the University of Birmingham, and in collaboration with museums and galleries in Birmingham.

The extensive four-day programme will continue to offer a range of additional workshops, virtual tours, keynotes and networking opportunities for delegates to engage with. We will be conscious of international time differences and screen-fatigue, but aim to offer delegates the same quality of content and experience that people have come to expect, respect and enjoy at any Association for Art History Annual Conference. We look forward to seeing you in April.


What you can expect from the 2021 Annual Conference for art history
 

International collaborations and exchanges
We believe that art history inspires you to think differently, and see differently. Every year we work with different institutions around the UK to create an event that encourages a broad and inclusive art history for all. For 2021 we are delighted to be working with the Department of Art History, Curating and Visual Studies at the University of Birmingham, and museums and galleries in Birmingham.
 

Making connections
Taking place online over four days the 2021 Annual Conference will hosts speakers from around the world, and across multiple disciplines. Attending this key annual event is an opportunity to stay up to date with new research, hear inspiring keynotes, and to broaden networks and exchange ideas. The Annual Conference connects over 500 delegates with and for art history.
 

Celebrating breadth, excellence and inclusivity
Since 1974 the Association for Art History has championed a broad and inclusive art history, for which the Annual Conference is known and respected. No other annual event for art history in the UK offers the breadth and quality of research, in one place, at one time. 2021 will be our biggest Annual Conference to date, with 60 selected sessions and over 350 selected papers.


A chance to share ideas and interests, in one place
Presenting research at the Annual Conference has helped hundreds of speakers and convenors develop their research, expand their professional networks and build their personal and professional visibility. Being virtual, we anticipate that 2021 will enable an even broader global reach, and connect even more people and ideas from around the world.


Making it relevant and valuable for you  
In addition to sessions, the 2021 virtual conference programme will iclude a range of other activities. An online Bookfair with opportunities to meet with editors, authors and attend book launches, a range of professional development workshops, inspiring keynotes, a choice of different networking opportunities, as well as opportunities to engage with virtual tours of collections and galleries.
 

You choose
Pick and choose the sessions and papers that matter to you, and tailor the programme to your interests and needs. Exchange and develop your research with like-minded people, and expand your networks and contacts. You can discuss and debate ideas within a collegiate online space. Build upon your professional skills, grow your professional and personal visibility, and gain new perspectives. 


Who should attend the 2021 Annual Conference?
The Annual Conference is open to all.  If you are doing research about art, art history or visual culture this online event is a perfect opportunity to share your research ideas. Or you can come along to listen and engage with new research. The Annual Conference is popular with academics, curators, artists, phd students, early career researchers, publishers, writers and anyone engaged with art history research. The conference is open to art historians and non art historians, and to members and non members. Everyone is welcome.