The Past,
the Present,
and the Future
of History

CISH Centennial Conference

When 26–30 August 2026

Where Leipzig, Germany

To mark its centenary, CISH proclaims 2026 the Year of History. Join scholars from around the world for four days of keynotes, panels, and knowledge exchange in Leipzig.

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Registration for CISH 2026 Is Now Closed

July 2, 2026

Online registration for the CISH Centennial Conference 2026 is now closed. For participants who have not yet registered, on-site registration will still be possible at the conference venue in Leipzig during the event. Further information will be available at the registration desk on location. We look forward to welcoming you to CISH 2026 in Leipzig.

Important Notice: Beware of Fraudulent Accommodation and Travel Emails

June 16, 2026

We have been made aware that fraudulent emails are currently being sent to participants of international academic conferences, including attendees of the upcoming CISH Centennial Conference 2026 in Leipzig. These emails falsely claim to represent official travel, accommodation, or event management partners and attempt to obtain personal information, booking details, or payments from conference participants. […]

Registration Now Open for the CISH Centennial Conference 2026

February 25, 2026

The Organizing Committee is pleased to announce that registration is now open for the CISH Centennial Conference, which will take place in Leipzig from 26–30 August 2026. Scholars from around the world are warmly invited to register and join us in celebrating 100 years of the Comité International des Sciences Historiques. Register here: https://cish2026.recentglobe.org/registration Registration […]

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About the Congress

The CISH centennial conference celebrates 100 years of international cooperation in the historical sciences since the foundation of the CISH in Geneva on May 14, 1926. More than 60 panels and special events explore the developments, dynamics, and diversification the historical sciences have undergone over the past decades while also fostering inspiration for future research and innovation.