National Convention
Engage with your vibrant professional community in person at the largest gathering of visual arts education professionals in the world! Make art and lasting connections while experiencing limitless, quality professional learning options—no matter what your professional focus may be. This is visual arts education in action. Don’t miss it!
Make plans to attend the 2026 NAEA National Convention—March 5-7 in Chicago, IL!
Convention Location:
Hyatt Regency Chicago
151 E. Wacker Dr
Chicago, IL 60601
Dates:
March 5-7, 2026
Letter of Support
Make your case to administrators and institutions.
Scholarships
Help fund your professional learning experience.

Upcoming Conventions
2026: March 5 – 7 | Chicago, IL, USA
2027: March 4 – 6 | New York, NY, USA
2028: April 6 -8 | Phoenix, AZ, USA

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2026 NAEA National Convention
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Past Conventions