Navigating Justice in Cultural Heritage: Intersections of Ethics, Law, and Museum Practice is a two-day seminar looking at the intersection of justice, cultural heritage, law, museum practice, and policy presents a complex landscape shaped by historical legacies, contemporary challenges, and evolving global norms. This conference explores the relationships and current challenges within these fields, addressing key themes such as cultural heritage preservation, legal and non-legal frameworks governing artifact acquisition and repatriation, museum ethics, and the protection of culture heritage during times of conflict and climate crises.

Day 1 will take place on Thursday, March 13 from 4-5:30 in Lewis 805. Day 2 will take place on Friday, March 14 from 9 - 3:00 in DePaul Center 8005.

People can attend both in person and online. RSVP to bdavinge@depaul.edu with how you plan to attend.

Full updated itinerary available HERE (rev. 02/28/2025).

This event is co-sponsored by the DePaul Law Center for Art, Museum & Cultural Heritage Law (CAMCHL), DePaul Museum Studies Minor and Department of Anthropology, and U.S. Committee of the Blue Shield.