The LRE Foundation is pleased to announce that registrations for the 10th edition of the LRE Forum are now officially open. We warmly invite all our members, partners, tour operators, and everyone interested in the future of remembrance and cultural heritage to join us from 9 to 12 March 2026 in Arnhem and Nijmegen, two historic cities in the province of Gelderland, a region rich in WWII heritage and cultural landmarks.
This year marks a special edition of the LRE Forum, organised in partnership with the City of Arnhem, the City of Nijmegen, and the Province of Gelderland. The programme introduces new events and refreshed formats while continuing the traditions and signature moments that have shaped the Forum’s identity over the years.
Programme Overview
The 2026 programme brings participants together across both host cities through a series of thematic events designed for learning, exchange, and collaboration.
The Forum kicks off on 9 March in Nijmegen with an Opening Event which also marks the official launch of the Art of Remembrance exhibition, an EU-funded project that reimagines WWII remembrance by blending historical narratives with contemporary art. Earlier in the afternoon, members can join the “Discover Nijmegen” City Walk, a relaxed introduction to explore the history and cultural heritage of the oldest city in the Netherlands.
On 10 March, activities move to Arnhem. The morning begins with the LRE Member Seminar, a key moment for LRE members to share updates, discuss new initiatives, and connect with colleagues from across the network.
Immediately afterwards, the LRE Conference will bring together leading experts to explore how remembrance can evolve in a world where the wartime generation is nearly gone. With fewer living witnesses and new global challenges – from misinformation and extremism to the rise of discrimination – the responsibility to engage younger generations with the lessons of WWII is more urgent than ever. In this context, our conference titled “Beyond the 80th Anniversary: The Future of WWII Remembrance” will examine how to reimagine the preservation and transmission of memory through digital innovation, renewed educational approaches, multi-perspective historical narratives, and more inclusive forms of commemoration. The full list of international speakers will be announced in the coming weeks.
The evening of 10 March will conclude with the LRE Gala, an invitation-only event for LRE members and key partners.
On 11 March, the focus shifts to professional exchange with the LREXPO in Arnhem, where destinations, museums, remembrance sites, and cultural institutions meet travel professionals to present their work and explore collaboration opportunities.
Throughout 11 and 12 March, members are invited to join site visits across Gelderland. These guided tours highlight the region’s WWII history, with particular attention to Operation Market Garden and the local wartime experience.
Finally, a new addition to the programme, the Youth Forum, will take place in Nijmegen. While the dates will be announced soon, this new event will offer young participants discussions, workshops, and visits to remembrance sites to reflect on the relevance of WWII history today.
For an overview of the complete programme, click here.
To secure your place at the Forum, register here.
Access to events varies depending on membership status.
We look forward to welcoming you in Arnhem and Nijmegen from 9 to 12 March 2026 for this new edition of the LRE Forum.
