Keeping History Above Water: Looking Back, Moving Forward
Keeping History Above Water: Looking Back, Moving Forward
Returning to Newport on October 21-23, 2026, this symposium leverages a decade of heritage resilience advocacy and action from 11 successful national and international KHAW events and collaborations with host communities.
Session proposals are now open
Proposals are welcome related to the theme “Looking Back, Moving Forward.” Speakers are encouraged to bridge planning efforts with creative, action-oriented projects focused on historic resources impacted by sea level rise, recurrent flooding, and climate change. Sessions should consider current barriers and opportunities, messaging and community involvement, and project impact results. The deadline to submit is 5pm on Friday, February 27, 2026.
Submission details & requirements
Please reach out to Symposium Planner Patricia Pettit with questions and for more information.
Partner with us
Sponsorship opportunities are now available for Keeping History Above Water: Looking Back, Moving Forward.
Please contact Sue Battle, Development & Donor Relations Manager, for more information.
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Thank you to our sponsors
Resiliency Partner
Climate Supporter
Impact Donor
Horsley Witten Group, Inc.
