Conference "Heritage Online: Digitization in an Era of Change" | Gdańsk University of Technology

On the occasion of the 15th anniversary of the Pomeranian Digital Library, we invite you to the international conference "Heritage Online: Digitization in an Era of Change", taking place on October 13–14, 2025.

The event will focus on the challenges and future directions of cultural and scientific heritage digitization. In a time of dynamic transformation, digital libraries are becoming not only guardians of the past but also active participants in shaping the future.

The conference will provide a space for reflection on the possible directions for the development of digital libraries, including the opportunities and risks associated with the use of artificial intelligence in the digitization and dissemination of collections. Additionally, we aim to explore the impact modern digital libraries can have on local communities and the role they play in promoting knowledge and culture. The conference will also serve as an opportunity to showcase best practices and innovative projects that are shaping the contemporary face of digital culture, particularly in the context of the growing importance of open access and the evolving expectations of users. In this spirit, we also wish to give a voice to the users and creators who, by engaging with our resources, help co-create digital heritage and culture.

Topics to discussion:

• The Future of Digital Libraries
• The Role of Digital Libraries in Local Communities
• Opportunities and Challenges of Artificial Intelligence
• User Experiences and the Reuse of Cultural Resources
• Digitization in the Era of Open Access
• From Digitization Practice
• Partnerships in Digitization, Access, and Use of Collections

For more details please visit the website:
15 Years of PDL