The 8th International Conference on Public History
Lisbon, Portugal | September 7-11, 2026

The Public History of Difficult Pasts
Public History has long addressed global historical processes such as colonialism, the transatlantic slave trade, and the genocide of Indigenous peoples, as well as phenomena that emerge in multiple contexts, including armed conflicts and dictatorships. It embodies both a political and ethical commitment to examining how difficult pasts have been lived and remembered by different communities and individuals, ensuring that their perspectives are acknowledged and respected. At the same time, engaging with these histories through Public History raises significant challenges. Sharing authority with specific communities and amplifying marginalized narratives may unintentionally silence other voices, while also presenting complex ethical dilemmas. Furthermore, Public History operates within the public sphere, engaging diverse audiences and navigating competing representations of the past in an era increasingly marked by the political instrumentalization of history and the spread of revisionist and denialist discourses.
Update
- Accepted papers have been contacted
- Presenters need to confirm their participation by paying their registration fee (€60) by the end of April.
- If you have any questions, please contact conference team at ifph2026lisbon@in2past.org
Conference Website
For more information about the conference, and to access the Call For Papers, please see the Conference Website.
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