The Ecsite Conference is a global meeting of 900+ science engagement professionals from over 50 countries who join together to share their expertise, learn from one another and make valuable professional connections.

Our 2024 Hosts

We are delighted the 2024 Ecsite Conference will be hosted by Kersnikova Institute at the GR - Ljubljana Exhibition and Convention Centre in Ljubljana, Slovenia, which is incredibly well-situated in the city centre.

Overview

Famous for its friendly and welcoming atmosphere, the programme consists of the following elements which are all included in the Conference registration fee:

• More than 75 sessions which explore a wide range of topics from exhibit development to the relationship between science and society 
• Two thought-provoking keynote addresses
• Diverse showcase events on AI, Travelling exhibitions, Projects and the Grand Bazaar
• 50+ vibrant companies at the Business Bistro trade show
• The Gala Dinner and Nocturne evening receptions

First-time attendees are welcomed at the Newcomers Breakfast to network and meet the programming committee 

Who attends?

The Conference attendees comprise a wide variety of professional profiles representing the full range of  science engagement disciplines.

Professionals directly involved with the public; people who shape the programming at science centres and museums; exhibitions developers, directors of education, CEOs and Managing Directors, university students, professors and researchers; managers and coordinators of ground-breaking EU and global projects; and senior-level managers of the world’s leading science engagement institutions and more are all welcome.

In 2023, 49 countries were represented at the Conference, coming from 6 continents, making the Ecsite Conference a truly global event.

Watch our 2022 Conference film to see what it's all about.