Immersive Heritage

LIP3D

Supported by LIP3D

Co-funded by the European Union

Immersive Heritage 2026

18–20 March 2026 – Politehnica University of Timișoara

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About the Conference

Join leading experts, researchers, creatives and institutions in exploring the future of digital cultural heritage through immersive technologies – XR, AR, VR and gamification. Discover how innovation bridges the physical and digital past.

Timișoara is defined by the exceptional density and diversity of its built heritage, holding the largest ensemble of buildings classified as historical monuments in Romania. Within this historically rich environment, Politehnica University Timisoara (UPT), one of the Romanian schools with tradition, is a university of advanced research and education that has gained its national and international recognition through the ongoing activity of generations of teachers and the exceptional activity of prestigious academics.

Join experts and researcher at Timișoara, the European Capital of Culture recognized for having the largest ensemble of historical monument buildings in Romania, for a pioneering event in the field of heritage preservation and valorization. The *"Immersive Heritage" Conference* is the platform where 3D innovation, Virtual Reality (VR), and Augmented Reality (AR) meet history, offering revolutionary solutions for interacting with the past. We explore how immersive technologies can transform historical sites into educational and cutting-edge research environments, contributing directly to the academic prestige and international recognition of local institutions, such as Politehnica University Timișoara. Do not miss the opportunity to be part of redefining how cultural heritage is understood, protected, and transmitted to future generations.

Programme Highlights

Day 1 – Immersive Tech

Keynote, XR Workshops, Exhibition Launch, Panel on Digital Heritage

Day 2 – Metaverse

Keynote, Demos, Interactive Sessions, Museums of the Future

Day 3 – Research & Policy

Paper Sessions, Roundtables, Awards & Closing Ceremony

Programme

Day 1 – Wednesday, 18 March 2026

  • 09:00 - 09:30 – Opening Ceremony & Welcome Remarks
  • 09:30 - 10:00 – Keynote Session: "Wearing History: Rethinking Fashion Museums in 3D"
  • 10:00 - 10:30 – Coffee Break
  • 10:30 - 12:00 – Workshop: Projects for Heritage Reconstruction and Conservation
  • 12:00 - 12:30 – Keynote Session: "Contribute of AI in the 3D reconstruction of archaeological site"
  • 12:30 - 13:30 – Guided Tour of XR Heritage Experience Zone
  • 13:30 - 14:30 – Lunch Time and Networking
  • 14:30 - 15:00 – EUreka3D Data Hub demo on-line
  • 15:00 - 15:45 – Panel Discussion: Digital Museums: Bridging Physical and Digital Heritage
  • 15:45 - 17:00 – Lip3D meeting - reserved
  • 19:00 - 21:00 – Social Dinner (optional)

Day 2 – Thursday, 19 March 2026

  • 09:00 - 09:30 – Keynote Session: "Serious Game for Cultural Memory: Engaging New Audiences through Play"
  • 09:30 - 10:30 – Panel Discussion: Designing Interactive Heritage Experiences
  • 10:30 - 11:00 – Coffee Break
  • 11:00 - 11:30 – Keynote Session: "From Archival Documentation to Multimedia Presentation"
  • 11:30 - 12:30 – From Excavation to Digitization
  • 12:30 - 13:00 – Showcase: The Metaverse of Iuvanum: pilot case study in Lip3D project
  • 13:30 - 14:30 – Lunch Time and Networking
  • 15:00 - 17:30 – Timisoara Guided Cultural Heritage Tour

Day 3 – Friday, 20 March 2026

  • 09:00 - 09:30 – Welcome & Introduction to the Scientific Track
  • 09:30 - 11:00 – Paper Session 1: XR Technologies for Heritage Preservation
  • 11:00 - 11:15 – Coffee Break
  • 11:15 - 12:45 – Paper Session 2: Integration of digital twins and metadata in heritage documentation
  • 12:45 - 14:00 – Lunch Break
  • 14:00 - 15:00 – Paper Session 3: Digital Transformation and Cultural Data
  • 15:00 - 16:00 – Best Paper Ceremony, Closing Remarks & Future Outlook
LIP3D Project

LIP3D Project

Immersive Heritage 2026 is supported by the LIP3D initiative, advancing 3D digitization and immersive experiences for cultural heritage. Learn more about the project and its activities.

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Secure your place at Immersive Heritage 2026 and connect with innovators in digital culture. The Papers from the conference can also be indexed in IEEE special session "Enhancing Cultural Narrative and Accessibility through VR/AR".
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