American Ceramic Circle Symposium

The American Ceramic Circle Symposium is set to take place at The Art Institute of Chicago. This exciting event will feature a comprehensive program including panels, lectures, and spotlight talks focusing on the latest discoveries, research, and resources related to global ceramics. Attendees will have the opportunity to engage with Art Institute curators and conservators, who will share insights into new displays and cutting-edge research through a series of talks and tours.In addition to the main symposium activities, there will be optional pre-symposium and post-symposium trips in the region for those looking to further explore. The event is co-hosted by the Art Institute’s departments of Academic Engagement and Research, Applied Arts of Europe, and Arts of the Americas, reflecting a collaborative effort to promote scholarship and research in the history, use, and preservation of ceramics from diverse eras and origins. A hotel room block and a banquet dinner are arranged at the Palmer House, a Hilton Hotel, ensuring a comfortable stay for participants. Registration for the conference will open this summer, inviting scholars, researchers, and enthusiasts to join in this enriching experience.