ArcheoFOSS 2026 is the upcoming edition of the longstanding international conference dedicated to free, libre and open source software, hardware, processes, data and formats in archaeological research and cultural heritage science.
Traditionally held each year, ArcheoFOSS brings together scholars, researchers, technologists and practitioners from around the world to share advances, case studies and methodological innovations rooted in Open Science and open‑source approaches for archaeology and heritage research.
ArcheoFOSS has become a cornerstone meeting in the archaeology and digital heritage calendar, focusing on open‑source tools and open methodologies that enable transparent, reproducible and collaborative research. The conference emphasises the use and development of open software and hardware, open data formats and open workflows to support archaeological documentation, analysis, interpretation and dissemination.
The programme typically includes panel sessions, discussions, demonstrations and hands‑on workshops centered on cutting‑edge topics such as digital recording and 3D modelling, open data management, open‑source analytical tools, ethical and sustainable computing, and community‑driven digital research practices. Attendees have the opportunity to engage with peers, exchange experiences and explore how open‑source technologies are shaping new frontiers in archaeological science and cultural heritage documentation.
Recent editions of ArcheoFOSS have been hosted by leading academic institutions and have drawn a diverse international audience. For example, the 2025 edition took place in late November at the University of Insubria in Italy, highlighting sustainability and open‑source practices in archaeological research.
As an open, community‑driven initiative, ArcheoFOSS continues to promote interdisciplinarity, innovation and accessibility in scholarship — offering researchers, technologists, students and heritage professionals a platform to advance open methodologies and contribute to the broader dialogue on open science and archaeological research.
For the latest announcements, conference programme and participation guidelines, please visit www.archeofoss.org
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