The Louisville Conference on Literature and Culture
The LCLC is an annual international conference welcoming critical, creative and hybrid work on 20th and 21st century literature, fostering dialogue and community in Louisville since 1973.
LCLC53 Conference Schedule
The 53rd Louisville Conference on Literature & Culture takes place February 16–21, 2026, at the University of Louisville, featuring two virtual days and three in-person days.
Conference Dates:
- Monday, February 16 – Virtual
- Tuesday, February 17 – Virtual
- Thursday, February 19 – In-Person
- Friday, February 20 – In-Person
- Saturday, February 21 – In-Person
Conference Headquarters:
Shumaker Research Building (SRB), First Floor Lobby — Registration, Vendor Tables, Information and Refreshments
Keynote Speakers:
Matthew Pettway, Yolanda Arroyo Pizarro, Rachel Kushner, Peter Gizz and Michael Hardt
Schedule
The schedule is subject to last-minute changes. Consult the live schedule on CardBox for final session locations and lineups.
Registration
Registration is now open. UofL Faculty, Staff, and Students attend free. For pricing details and to register, contact us at lclc@louisville.edu.
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