Organizing Institutions

Conference Partners

This conference is jointly organized by five leading institutions in paleoanthropology, archaeology, and evolutionary science.

Georgian National Museum

Stone Age Institute

Earth Sciences Department, University of Florence

Academia Europaea Tbilisi

ROCEEH Research Centre, Heidelberg Academy of Sciences

Scientific Committee

Conference Organizers

David Lordkipanidze

Georgian National Museum

Nicholas Toth

Stone Age Institute

Kathy Schick

Stone Age Institute

Lorenzo Rook

University of Florence

Angela A. Bruch

ROCEEH, Heidelberg Academy

Ann Margvelashvili

Georgian National Museum

Venue

Georgian National Museum, Tbilisi

Scientific sessions will take place in the lecture hall of the Georgian National Museum in Tbilisi, Georgia. The museum houses one of the world's most significant collections of early human fossils, including the remarkable Dmanisi specimens that have revolutionized our understanding of early Homo dispersal.

The Dmanisi site, located about 85 km southwest of Tbilisi, has yielded the oldest hominin remains outside Africa, dating to approximately 1.8 million years ago. The five skulls discovered there represent an extraordinary window into early human evolution and migration.

Accommodation

A list of recommended hotels will be provided on this website shortly.

Conference Excursion

Included in the registration fee, the conference excursion offers a unique opportunity to visit:

  • Dmanisi — The archaeological site where the oldest hominin fossils outside Africa were discovered
  • Orozmani — Prehistoric site with significant archaeological findings
  • Bolnisi Museum — Regional museum showcasing local history and archaeology
Conference Dinner Saturday, 12 September 2026

70 USD (optional, not included in registration fee)

Important Dates

Mark Your Calendar

Registration Deadline June 15, 2026
Arrival & Registration Wednesday, September 9, 2026
Scientific Sessions Thursday–Saturday, September 10–12, 2026
Closing & Excursion Sunday, September 13, 2026
Departure Monday, September 14, 2026

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For any questions about the conference, registration, presentations, or accommodation:

Please check this website regularly for updates on the program and accommodation options.