Preconference gatherings are scheduled for the following groups. Check back in coming weeks for more information.
| Wednesday, October 7 | |
| Evening | Opening Reception Check back in coming weeks for details. |
| Thursday, October 8 | |
| 9:30 – 11:00 a.m. | Opening Plenary The opening ceremonies begin with a rousing Roll Call of the States & Jurisdictions, followed by a special plenary featuring Mary Anne Carter, chairman of the National Endowment for the Arts (NEA). Chairman Carter joins the Assembly to share the latest developments in the NEA’s work to unlock new opportunities for American communities to thrive through the arts. |
| 11:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. | Brunch |
| 1:00 – 4:30 p.m. | Peer Groups State arts agency council/board members and staff gather in job-alike groups to discuss current issues and challenges. Most sessions take place off-site in community based arts settings, reinforcing the connection between policy and practice. |
| Friday, October 9 | |
| 9:30 – 11:00 a.m. | Morning Plenary & Business Meeting Check back in coming weeks for details. |
| 11:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. | Brunch |
| 1:00 – 4:30 p.m. | Topical Sessions Friday afternoon’s topical sessions offer focused, practical learning across key areas including creative aging, arts and health, advocacy, policy innovation and member-driven topics. Designed for immediate relevance, these sessions provide actionable strategies and peer insights that attendees can apply directly to strengthen their agency’s work. Check back in coming weeks for session details. |
| 5:00 – 6:30 p.m. | Closing Session Check back in coming weeks for details. |
