On October 8, 2026, an international scientific and practical conference entitled «Museology in the 21st Century: Research, Traditions and Innovations» was held in Tashkent to mark the 150th anniversary of the State Museum of History of Uzbekistan.

The conference brought together museum professionals and members of the academic community from Kazakhstan, Uzbekistan, Iran, Tajikistan, Kyrgyzstan, Azerbaijan, the United States, Japan, and other countries. Kazakhstan was represented at the international forum by Berik Abdygaliuly, Director of the National Museum of the Republic of Kazakhstan.

Founded in 1876, the State Museum of History of Uzbekistan is one of the oldest museum institutions in Central Asia. For a century and a half, the museum has been dedicated to collecting, preserving, and studying historical and cultural heritage. Its collections include archaeological finds, ancient coins, weapons, traditional handicrafts, and manuscripts.

During the conference, participants discussed contemporary trends in museum development, the preservation and study of historical and cultural heritage, the conservation and restoration of museum collections, the musealization of archaeological sites, and the integration of digital technologies and innovative approaches into museum practice.

The conference provided a valuable platform for exchanging professional expertise, expanding academic networks, and strengthening international cooperation in the preservation and promotion of historical and cultural heritage.