On 26 and 27 November we are organising the 13th Annual Ards Conference on 'Innovative Research Tools and Methodologies for the Study of Medieval and Renaissance Sculpture' in Leuven.

Conference programme
Click here to download the programme.

In collaboration with the RKD and M Leuven, we have curated an inspiring programme featuring:

> In-depth lectures;
> Time to explore The Collection of M and Scultori Fiamminghi;
> Exclusive guided tours focusing on medieval sculpture at the Museum of Art & History (paid component);
> Behind-the-scenes visits to the conservation and restoration ateliers of KIK-IRPA;
> Coffee and tea breaks throughout the event;
> Lunch on Thursday;
> Conference dinner on Thursday evening (free for chairs/speakers, paid component for other participants);
> Closing drinks on Friday.

Registration
Register here.

Call for papers
The call for papers is now closed. Click here to download the call for papers.

Organising committee
M Leuven and Ards – the platform for medieval sculpture
Marjan Debaene, Hannah De Moor, Anne Liefsoens
RKD - Netherlands Institute for Art History
Suzanne Laemers

Partners
Art & History Museum
The Royal Institute for Cultural Heritage (KIK-IRPA)

CODARTfocus in Leuven
Before the conference, CODART and ARDS will organise a CODARTfocus event in Mechelen and Leuven on 24 and 25 November. Please note that this event is not part of the ARDS Conference. Registration is also open to ARDS members.