

29 January 2026 | Scientific Conference, University of Antwerp – Belgium
Featuring interactive roundtables, keynote speeches, and research paper presentations exploring the five CRAFTOUR pillars, the conference offers a full day of engagement with diverse craft-related discussions:
Visitors will also have the opportunity to enjoy posters, photographs, and films dedicated to crafts throughout the event.
30 January 2026 – General Conference, European Parliament, Brussels
Time : 9.00 – 13.00 CET
Place : Altiero Spinelli building, European Parliament
Room : Spinelli 1G2, first floor
Register by January 26 – 12.00 pm
Building on the CRAFTOUR Policy Recommendations and the insights from the Policy Round Table with the European Commission, this conference brings together leading individuals, institutions and organisations from across the crafts sector.
Designed to maximise impact and visibility, it brings important and innovative voices to the stage, sharing stories, experiences, visions, and outlining strategic recommendations for the revitalisation and revival of Europe’s crafts ecosystem.
The conference will offer a discussion on the following topics:
PANEL 1
The interconnection of CRAFTS with other sectors : traditional building – historic monuments, fashion – luxury – interior design – design – musical instruments – tourism
PANEL 2
The Impact of Crafts on :
As the CRAFTOUR General Conference is hosted by the European Parliament, advance registration is required in order to attend. The information collected in the registration form is mandatory; without it, access to the event will not be possible. In person attendance is limited to 100 people.