Can science help protect Europe’s cultural heritage?
Join us for the ChemiNova Open Event and discover how cutting-edge science, digital technologies and citizen participation are helping preserve Europe’s cultural heritage for future generations.
Taking place at the magnificent Schönbrunn Palace in Vienna, this free public event offers an afternoon of interactive experiences designed to bring heritage science closer to everyone.
Event Details
📅 Date: 22 September 2026
🕓 Time: 16:00–18:00
📍 Venue: Schönbrunn Palace, Vienna, Austria
What to Expect
Throughout the afternoon, visitors will be able to explore a series of interactive stations where they can experience first-hand how researchers and heritage professionals work to protect cultural heritage.
Activities include:
- 🎮 Interactive games and educational challenges
- 🥽 Immersive Virtual Reality experiences
- 🔬 Hands-on demonstrations of innovative technologies used to study and preserve cultural heritage
- 👩🔬 Opportunities to meet scientists, conservators and heritage specialists
- 🤝 Practical ways to learn how citizens can contribute to heritage protection
Whether you are interested in science, history, technology or simply looking for a unique family-friendly activity, there will be something for everyone aged 8 years and above.
Important Information
- ✅ Participation is free of charge
- ✅ Registration is required
- ✅ Suitable for participants aged 8+
- ✅ All activities will be conducted in English
- ✅ Participants are free to explore the different activity stations throughout the event
The event is organised by DIADRASIS NGO in collaboration with Schönbrunn Group and 4D-IT GmbH as part of the ChemiNova Project’s second pilot activity in Vienna and is funded by the European Union’s Horizon Europe Research and Innovation Programme.
We look forward to welcoming you to an afternoon of discovery, innovation and participation at one of Europe’s most iconic cultural landmarks. Together, let’s explore how science can help protect our shared cultural heritage.