When does the conference take place?

The conference runs from 30.09.2026 to 02.10.2026 in Bielefeld.

Who is this event for?

The conference is aimed at researchers, educators, students, young scientists, and other interested individuals.

Are there any special program highlights?

Yes, sections, poster presentations, a panel discussion, an evening reception, and a conference dinner are planned.

What is the best way to get there?

The University of Bielefeld is accessible by tram and car; there are also designated parking facilities on campus.

How much does it cost to attend?

A specific ticket price could not be verified from the available sources.

Bielefeld Invites: When History Didactics Reexamines Democracy and Makes Uncertainty Visible

Name: Uncertain Times - History Didactics in Democracy
Start: 2026-09-30T12:00:00+02:00
End: 2026-10-02T14:00:00+02:00
Location: Gebäude X

Uncertain Times in Bielefeld: History Didactics Meets Democracy

The biannual conference of the Conference for History Didactics will bring researchers, educators, and interested individuals to the University of Bielefeld from September 30 to October 2, 2026. The focus is on how historical learning can provide orientation in a time of crises, polarization, and digital acceleration. The conference begins on Wednesday, 30.09.2026, at 12:00 PM with arrival and registration; the event runs until Friday with a closing session from 1:00 PM to 2:00 PM. ([uni-bielefeld.de](https://www.uni-bielefeld.de/fakultaeten/geschichtswissenschaft/abteilung/arbeitsbereiche/fachdidaktik/konferenz/programm/?utm_source=openai))

When History Meets the Present

The program addresses the points where societal debate becomes particularly palpable: in democracy education, cultural memory, historical-political education, and the role of history teaching in uncertain times. The sections address, among other things, peace education, memorial work, the platformization of memory, and historical-political education in the police. Thus, a dense subject program is created with a clear target audience for science, schools, and the public. ([uni-bielefeld.de](https://www.uni-bielefeld.de/fakultaeten/geschichtswissenschaft/abteilung/arbeitsbereiche/fachdidaktik/konferenz/programm/?utm_source=openai))

A Conference Experience with Academic Depth

The atmosphere at the University of Bielefeld promises focused discussions, new perspectives, and a lively audience atmosphere in the conference rooms of Building X. Participants can expect not only lectures and sections but also poster presentations, a general assembly, an evening reception, and a conference dinner at Bültmannshof. This makes the event a true networking meeting for the history didactics community. ([uni-bielefeld.de](https://www.uni-bielefeld.de/fakultaeten/geschichtswissenschaft/abteilung/arbeitsbereiche/fachdidaktik/konferenz/programm/?utm_source=openai))

Location with Good Connectivity and Campus Comfort

The venue is Building X of the University of Bielefeld, Universitätsstraße 24, 33615 Bielefeld. The university offers accessible parking options, including spaces in the underground garage of Building X; the campus is also well connected to public transportation. This makes the event easily accessible to a broad audience. ([uni-bielefeld.de](https://www.uni-bielefeld.de/uni/anreise-kontakt/adressen/))

Conclusion: This conference combines scientific expertise, societal relevance, and current debates on democracy and historical consciousness. Those who want to experience how history didactics reflects on the present today should mark this date. ([uni-bielefeld.de](https://www.uni-bielefeld.de/fakultaeten/geschichtswissenschaft/abteilung/arbeitsbereiche/fachdidaktik/konferenz/programm/?utm_source=openai))