Upcoming Conferences
Join scholars from around the world for lighthearted scholarship on humor and the philosophy of humor
21st Annual Lighthearted Philosophers' Conference
The Strong National Museum of Play — One Manhattan Square, Rochester, NY 14607
The 2027 conference will be held in Rochester, New York, sponsored by the University of Rochester and hosted by the Strong Museum of Play. We hope to see you there!
Call for papers: Not yet announced. Contact us to be notified when it opens.
Accommodations: Details to come.
Conference Awards
Joseph S. Ellin Memorial Essay Prize
$100
For outstanding submitted papers
Richard C. Richards Almost Memorial Prize
$50
For exceptional hecklers
Zaldivar Award
$75
For outstanding undergraduate work
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