A Terra Usque ad Astra : Policy Paper on Heritage, Human Rights and Space Law

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Hanlon, Michelle L. D. and Sadowski, Mirosław M., eds. (2026) A Terra Usque ad Astra : Policy Paper on Heritage, Human Rights and Space Law. University of Strathclyde, Glasgow.

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Abstract

Humanity has always looked to the stars for answers—the heavens have guided us, inspired us, sometimes terrified us, but always called us to explore beyond the horizon. Now, Mars, the Moon, and the vast cosmos are transforming from distant wonders into a bold new frontier. Space beckons not just as a destination, but as a canvas for our legacy. With commercial trailblazers and global powers racing to claim their place among the heavens, a pressing question arises: How do we protect the cultural heritage of our species beyond Earth? This is not just a legal challenge—it is an ethical mission, one that will echo through the universe for centuries to come. The convergence of cultural heritage law and space law is an uncharted realm, teeming with possibility and poised for explosive growth. As plans accelerate to return humans to the Moon, replace the International Space Station with lunar bases, and push further into the solar system, the need to protect our extraterrestrial heritage has never been more urgent—or more thrilling. This Policy Paper brings together a number of experts who participated in the eponymous Summer School held at the School of Law, University of Strathclyde 22-28 June 2026, with additional commentary by the School's participants, together forging a new frontier of heritage protection in space.

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