AUGUST

5th - 7th, 2026

Radisson Blu, Glasgow

Professor Christina Young, 2025 Keynote

Fascinating Talks &

Amazing People

REGISTRATION OPEN

You can now register online via the link below. Familiarise yourself with the available packages and fees, as well as the updated registration Terms & Conditions, before starting. All available under the 'Registration' tab in the menu.

KEY DATES

The conference timeline is slightly more condensed than in previous years. We encourage delegates to review the key dates carefully and to submit registrations and abstracts as early as possible, and we appreciate your understanding and cooperation as we finalise arrangements.

DESTINATION & VENUE

We are delighted to confirm that ARA 2026 will be held at the Radisson Blu in Glasgow, and we very much look forward to returning to Scotland. We are excited to welcome delegates to this excellent venue and vibrant city for what promises to be a stimulating and engaging conference.

KEYNOTE TALKS

As always, the three keynote talks will be carefully curated to align with the conference theme of Authenticity. Details of our keynote speakers will be announced in due course; please visit this website regularly for the latest updates and further information.

A FEW WORDS

FROM OUR CHAIR

Welcome to ARA 2026 - 'Authenticity'

Annie Starkey, Chair or the Conference Committee

The ARA Conference 2026, returning to a fully in-person format in Glasgow, will explore the theme of authenticity - a concept that has become increasingly complex in today’s Recordkeeping landscape...

AT A GLANCE

PROGRAMME

Day 1: Wednesday 5 August

Starting from  09:30 AM 

Registration, Coffee & Connect

arrive at leisure for a 10:30am start

Starting from  10:30 AM 

Conference Intro & Keynote I: to be confirmed

Megalithic Suite, 1st Floor

Starting from  11:45 AM 

Coffee & Connect

Megalithic Foyer, 1st Floor

Starting from  12:25 PM 

Parallel Sessions 1

4 tracks, 1st Floor

Starting from  01:25 PM 

Lunch & Exhibition

Megalithic Foyer, 1st Floor

Starting from  02:25 PM 

Parallel Sessions 2

4 tracks, 1st Floor

Starting from  03:35 PM 

Afternoon Coffee & Connect

Megalithic Foyer, 1st Floor

Starting from  04:15 PM 

Parallel Sessions 3

4 tracks, 1st Floor

Starting from  06:30 PM 

Social Evening: Welcome Civic Reception

Kindly hosted by The Rt. Hon. The Lord Provost of Glasgow

at Glasgow City Chambers


Day 2: Thursday & Day 3: Friday will follow a similar format...

REGISTER

ATTENDANCE

Registration is open now!

We are offering a wide range of packages. Explore more via the link below.

all fees are in £ GBP

CODE OF

CONDUCT

We want everyone to have a good and enjoyable experience at conference and we set out a code of conduct for all those attending whether they are delegates, staff, exhibitors or technicians.


• We ask all our delegates to adhere to the code of conduct that respects everyone attending the conference and ensures their safety.

• We do not tolerate: racism, sexism, ableism, homophobia, transphobia or any other discriminatory behaviours.

• We do not tolerate: bullying, harassment or unwelcome physical contact/ interaction, unwelcome verbal, written or visual conduct or interaction

This Code of Conduct specifies principles to which all those attending the ARA Conference should adhere. It is intended to encourage trust and respect within our community. The code is not comprehensive in scope and may not cover every issue that may arise.

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SPEAKERS & HIGHLIGHTS