On The Waterfront

19-21 November 2008, BT Convention Centre, Liverpool

On the Waterfront investigates how a port’s history shapes the future of today's 21st century waterfront. Set in Liverpool, the European Capital of Culture 2008 this major international
three-day conference brings together experts in culture, heritage and regeneration from around the world including China, France, India, Nigeria and USA.

Speakers include:

• Dr Simon Thurley, Chief Executive, English Heritage
• Franco Bianchini, Professor of Cultural Policy and Planning, Leeds University
• Dr Ray Bondin, Expert Advisor, former Assistant Secretary General to the International Council on Monuments and Sites (ICOMOS)
• Professor Eddie Friel, Professor of Hospitality Training and Research, Niagara University
• Professor Eric Van Hooydonk, Professor of Maritime Law, University of Antwerp
• Sir Bob Scott, International Director, Liverpool Culture Company
• Dr Sheryllynne Haggerty, Lecturer, School of History, University of Nottingham
• Dr Alfred Zack-Williams, Professor of Sociology, University of Central Lancashire, Preston.

Detailed speaker biographies etc. will follow shortly. Check back for updates.

Situated on the waterfront, at the cutting edge where World Heritage values meet 21st century regeneration. Themes will include innovation, placemaking, governance, conservation, cultural and economic transformation.

Speakers and workshops will offer unique insights into the issues affecting port cities, the global city on the edge…identifying and debating, discussing and celebrating their:

• distinct identity
• unique cultural importance
• need for regeneration yet desire for historical authenticity
• adaptability to change.

If you are working within a port environment; part of a regeneration project; a local authority with a port; an academic or student; a developer or a consultant working within an historic, maritime or seaside context then On the Waterfront will give you unrivalled access to internationally recognised experts and projects from across the globe.

Download the full Conference Brochure as a PDF or Word Document

Conference Booking

Full rate £250 for 2-day conference, including tours of Liverpool, conference reception at the Scandinavian Seaman’s Church and dinner at Liverpool Town Hall.

Reduced rate £125 (limited places available for full-time students and unwaged)
To book or apply for a reduced rate download the Booking Form (word doc) or (pdf)

or if you have questions or queries concerning the event
email onthewaterfront@sam-culture.com

or alternatively call Kate Orchard, Tel: 0044 (0)1273 882112.

Part-financed by Liverpool Culture Company Ltd as part of the Cities on the Edge and 2008 European Capital of Culture programmes