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The Archaeology Channel Conference on Cultural Heritage Media, organized by Archaeological Legacy Institute, is a gathering for the discussion of audiovisual media for the study, preservation and promotion of cultural heritage. This is a collaborative effort to further the development of cultural heritage media as a strong and positive influence for people everywhere. We focus on topics of interest to cultural heritage professionals, media professionals and all those interested in applications of cultural heritage media.
We envision this as an unparalleled worldwide networking opportunity for cultural heritage filmmakers and others interested in the making and uses of cultural heritage media, including archaeologists, indigenous groups, musicians, artists, tourism operators, journalists, educators, historic preservation organizations, and others.
TAC Conference activities will include symposia,and presentations and forums. TAC Conference is held as a part of the fourteenth annual edition of The Archaeology Channel International Film Festival, a juried competition in the cultural heritage film genre. The TAC Conference venue is the Eugene Hilton and Conference Center, located in downtown Eugene, Oregon, USA. For Hotel information, click here.
Applicable topics may include the uses of audiovisual media for at least these fields and possibly more:
- Archaeology
- Art
- Education
- Film
- Historic Preservation
- Indigenous cultures
- Journalism
- Music
- Tourism
Potential stakeholders include at least these groups:
- Artists
- Cultural heritage organizations
- Cultural tourism organizations
- Educators using cultural heritage media in curricula
- Equipment and software vendors for the film industry
- Film and TV distributors
- Filmmakers
- Foundations supporting cultural heritage film production
- Government agencies using media to promote cultural heritage
- Indigenous groups
- Museums
- Musicians
- Organizations and businesses making and using cultural heritage media
- Professional archaeological organizations
- Publishers
- Students of related disciplines
Attendance at the Conference requires registration, which gives you access to all Conference presentations and the Festival Awards Reception. Conference registration involves a fee of $100 prior to April 1, 2017, and $130 beginning April 1, 2017. To register, submit the Conference Registration Form (PDF or DOCX).
Please submit Conference-related questions to
The Archaeology Channel Conference on Cultural Heritage Media, organized by Archaeological Legacy Institute, is a gathering for the discussion of audiovisual media for the study, preservation and promotion of cultural heritage. This is a collaborative effort to further the development of cultural heritage media as a strong and positive influence for people everywhere. We focus on topics of interest to cultural heritage professionals, media professionals and all those interested in applications of cultural heritage media.
We envision this as an unparalleled worldwide networking opportunity for cultural heritage filmmakers and others interested in the making and uses of cultural heritage media, including archaeologists, indigenous groups, musicians, artists, tourism operators, journalists, educators, historic preservation organizations, and others.
TAC Conference activities in 2016 include presentations and an exhibit hall. TAC Conference is held as a part of the thirteenth annual edition of The Archaeology Channel International Film and Video Festival, a juried competition in the cultural heritage film genre. The TAC Conference venue is the Eugene Hilton and Conference Center, located in downtown Eugene, Oregon, USA.
Download the Conference presentation schedule. (PDF)
Hotel Information for staying at the Eugene Hilton for the Conference can be found in our Hotel Information page.
Attendance at the Conference requires registration, which gives you access to all Conference presentations and the Festival Awards Reception. Conference registration involves a fee of $130 beginning April 1, 2016. To register, submit the Conference Registration Form (PDF or DOCX).
Tickets for single Conference presentations and full-day Conference passes are available. Single Presentation Pass ($10); Full Day Pass ($50)–grants entry to all presentations on any given day (Thursday, Friday or Saturday). Available at the Registration Table in the Hilton Conference Center.
A central activity at the Conference is the exchange of ideas through formal presentations. Another key activity at the Conference is the display of Exhibitor and Organization information at a face-to-face venue in the Exhibit Hall. We invite those interested in this form of participation to review our Exhibitor Prospectus and Exhibit Reservation Form (PDF or DOCX).
An important social event at the Conference and for the Festival as a whole is the Festival Banquet, which takes place the evening of May 11, 2016. The Banquet fee is $50. Registration for this event is accomplished through our Festival Banquet page or our Conference Registration form (PDF or DOCX).
A complete list of Festival activities is available on our Associated Activities Page. We encourage Conference participants and our general Festival audience to take part in all Festival activities, including the banquet, film screenings, Conference presentations, the Video Bar, the Exhibit Hall, public lecture by Tony Freeth, our tours, the Saturday Social, and the Awards Reception.
Please submit Conference-related questions to
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Hotel Information for
The Archaeology Channel
International Film Festival 2017
Conference on Cultural Heritage Media 2017
Location:
Hilton Eugene and Conference Center66 E. 6th AvenueEugene, OR 97401The Hilton Eugene and Conference Center is located three blocks northwest of The Shedd, is newly renovated and offers some discounted rooms for TAC Conference-goers, but only while the discounted rooms last. The Conference rate is $124.00 plus tax for king or double queen rooms, which includes:
- Complimentary hotel self parking
- Complimentary Internet in guestrooms
CHECK-IN/CHECK-OUT POLICY
Check-in time is after 4:00 pm and check-out time is before 12:00 noon. Please be assured that we will make every effort to accommodate those guests arriving prior to check-in time based upon availability. Special arrangements can be made to guarantee early check-in or late check-out prior to your arrival at a half day rate based upon availability.
RESERVATION METHOD
Reservations must be made no later than: Tuesday - April 11, 2017. Reservations made after this date are subject to space and rate availability, use group code ARCH
Individual Call In – Please contact the Hotel Direct, Toll free 1-800-937-6660 or via Fax at 541-342-6661. Once an individual reservation has been made, any changes should be made directly with our Group Reservations Department. A credit card number or 1 nights advance deposit will be required to secure a room out of this block. Cancellations must be received 7 days prior to arrival or 1 night room and tax will be assessed. Any reservation canceled within 7 days of arrival will be charged one night’s room and tax.
Online Booking - The Hilton also has an online page for guest reservations. Please click here to reserve your room.
Click on Special Rate Code and use Group code “ARCH”.
Hotel Information for
The Archaeology Channel
International Film and Video Festival 2016
Conference on Cultural Heritage Media 2016
Location:
Hilton Eugene and Conference Center66 E. 6th AvenueEugene, OR 97401The Hilton Eugene and Conference Center is located three blocks northwest of The Shedd, is newly renovated and offers some discounted rooms for TAC Conference-goers, but only while the discounted rooms last. The Conference rate is $119.00 for king or double queen rooms, which includes:
- Complimentary hotel self parking
- Complimentary Internet in guestrooms
CHECK-IN/CHECK-OUT POLICY
Check-in time is after 4:00 pm and check-out time is before 12:00 noon. Please be assured that we will make every effort to accommodate those guests arriving prior to check-in time based upon availability. Special arrangements can be made to guarantee early check-in or late check-out prior to your arrival at a half day rate based upon availability.
RESERVATION METHOD
Reservations must be made no later than: Thursday - April 28, 2016. Reservations made after this date are subject to space and rate availability, use group code ACC
Individual Call In – Please contact the Hotel Direct, Toll free 1-800-937-6660 or via Fax at 541-342-6661. Once an individual reservation has been made, any changes should be made directly with our Group Reservations Department. A credit card number or 1 nights advance deposit will be required to secure a room out of this block. Cancellations must be received 7 days prior to arrival or 1 night room and tax will be assessed. Any reservation canceled within 7 days of arrival will be charged one night’s room and tax.
Online Booking - The Hilton also has an online page for guest reservations. Please click here to reserve your room.
Click on Special Rate Code and use Group code “ACC.”
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