Ist International Day on Iconic Retail Shops in European Cities

Barcelona City Council is organising the I International Conference on Iconic Retail Establishments in European Cities, which will take place on Tuesday, 7 March 2023, at the Llotja de Mar in Barcelona. 

The event seeks to develop shared strategies between Barcelona, Paris, Rome and Lisbon for the preservation of Europe’s historic retail establishments. Talks and round-table sessions will spark reflection and discussion to preserve and promotion of iconic shops, a valuable part of Europe's cultural, commercial and historical heritage. 

The conference, with the presence of international speakers and institutional participation of the European Parliament, will begin with a speech by the political representatives of the cities that are part of the European group: Paris, Lisbon, Rome and Barcelona. Following this, attendees will be able to visit an exhibition on iconic establishments; the European working group's report on European cities and commerce will be presented; there will then be another talk entitled “Europe and flagship retail establishments”, and a joint declaration will be made by the four cities on preserving and promoting such establishments.  Lastly, there will be a final talk on best practice in this type of business. The conference will close by acknowledging the figure of Maya Ruiz Picasso, who was closely linked with this trade. 

The event is geared towards Barcelona’s retail community, especially iconic establishments. but is also open to all city residents. You can request to attend by filling in the registration form.