The Center for Research on Mediterranean Architecture is pleased to present the conference "Socialist Classicism Architecture in Albania (1945-1960)", a unique opportunity to explore and reassess the architectural heritage of a crucial historical period for the Albanian nation.
Organizers: The conference is meticulously organized by the Center for Research on Mediterranean Architecture, under the expert guidance of Alessandro Rinaldi, Kamela Guza, and Federico Marcomini.
Conference Purpose:
During the fifteen-year period from 1945 to 1960, Albania embraced the formulas of classical language in architectural production, giving rise to a period known as Socialist Classicism. However, many works created during that period, especially those in peripheral areas, risk being forgotten and lost over time. The conference aims to shed new light on this historical phase, initiating a process of knowledge recovery to preserve its documentary value and reassess its cultural legitimacy.
Conference Objectives:
- Explore architectural production in Albania between 1945 and 1960, focusing on socialist classical language.
- Identify and document forgotten works, particularly those in peripheral areas.
- Initiate a critical discussion on the cultural legitimacy of Socialist Classicism in Albania.
- Engage scholars, experts, and architecture enthusiasts to contribute to a recovery and reassessment process.
Participation:
The conference is open to scholars, researchers, architecture enthusiasts, and the interested public. Participation is free, and both in-person and online attendance options are available.
Join us to explore and preserve Albania's architectural heritage during this crucial period of its history. Knowledge of the past is essential for shaping the future, and this conference aims to shed new light on an often overlooked but fundamental chapter in Albanian architectural history.
