2025 NAEA National Convention: Full Schedule

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7:00am EDT

Delegates Assembly

Wednesday March 19, 2025 7:00am - 5:00pm EDT

Kentucky International Convention Center, Conference Theatre (M112)

NAEA is a "for members, by members" association. At Delegates Assembly, representatives from state and provincial associations and Interest Groups weigh in on and provide recommendations to the NAEA Board on policy matters, legislative actions, and other important issues that impact NAEA members. Reports are given by committees and the NAEA Executive Director. The work is directed by the four Regional VPs. This is an open assembly; nonvoting attendees are welcome to observe the full day of proceedings.

Presenters

Kristi Oliver

Professional Development Manager, Davis Publications

Kristi Oliver is currently the Professional Development Manager for Davis Publications, a company committed to helping art educators since 1901. She earned a PhD in Educational Studies from Lesley University where her research explored the perspectives of high school photography teachers... Read More →

Abi Paytoe Gbayee

University of Northern Colorado Assistant Professor, NAEA Pacific Region VP

Carrie Barnett

WR Vice President

Josh Drews!

NAEA Southeastern Vice-President, Spring Valley High School

Wednesday March 19, 2025 7:00am - 5:00pm EDT
Kentucky International Convention Center, Conference Theatre (M112)

Pacific Region, Business Meeting/Awards Ceremony | Eastern Region, Business Meeting/Awards Ceremony | Southeastern Region, Business Meeting/Awards Ceremony | Western Region, Business Meeting/Awards Ceremony

8:00am EDT

NAEF Board of Trustees Annual Meeting and Committee Meetings

Wednesday March 19, 2025 8:00am - 4:00pm EDT

Kentucky International Convention Center, Boardroom A

Annual meeting of the National Art Education Foundation Board of Trustees. This is an all-day session on Wednesday, March 19, from 10:00 am to 3:50 pm. Committee meetings will take place in the morning from 8:00 to10:00 am, prior to the full Board meeting. This is a closed session.

Presenters

Cris Guenter

Chair, National Art Education Foundation

Professor Emerita, California State University, Chico; Retired Ask me about the National Art Education Foundation grant opportunities for NAEA members!

Wednesday March 19, 2025 8:00am - 4:00pm EDT
Kentucky International Convention Center, Boardroom A

NAEF, Business Meeting/Awards Ceremony

8:45am EDT

NAEA25 Museum Preconvention | Integrating Universal Design Principles Into Museum Programs: Enhancing Accessibility for All Audiences [TICKET REQUIRED]

Wednesday March 19, 2025 8:45am - 5:00pm EDT

Speed Art Museum

TICKET REQUIRED
Join the Museum Education Division of the National Art Education Association (NAEA) for our NAEA25 Preconvention offering hands-on, in-depth exploration of integrating Universal Design principles into museum programming and ensuring accessibility for diverse audiences. Discover design strategies for practical, inclusive experiences that meet the needs of visitors of all abilities. Exchange ideas on how to apply these principles into program development, gallery teaching, and community engagement, from the core to the periphery. Through case studies, collaborative exercises, and discussions, we will identify ways to make museum programs and experiences welcoming and inclusive for all.

Walk away with actionable tools to incorporate accessibility into your own practice, fostering a more inclusive environment in museums. This Preconvention will empower you to reimagine how you deliver content and connect with your audience through a focused lens on accessibility.

Wednesday March 19, 2025 8:45am - 5:00pm EDT
Speed Art Museum 2035 S 3rd Street, Louisville, KY

Preconvention Workshop

Keywords Ticket Required

2:00pm EDT

NAEA25 Registration & Bookstore Open

Wednesday March 19, 2025 2:00pm - 6:00pm EDT

Kentucky International Convention Center, South Pre-Function (Upper Concourse)

Wednesday March 19, 2025 2:00pm - 6:00pm EDT
Kentucky International Convention Center, South Pre-Function (Upper Concourse)

2:00pm EDT

NAEA25 Satellite Registration

Wednesday March 19, 2025 2:00pm - 6:00pm EDT

Louisville Marriott Downtown Hotel, Salon Foyer (Lobby Level)

Wednesday March 19, 2025 2:00pm - 6:00pm EDT
Louisville Marriott Downtown Hotel, Salon Foyer (Lobby Level)

5:30pm EDT

Kentucky Derby Hat Design With Jenny Pfanenstiel [TICKET REQUIRED]

Wednesday March 19, 2025 5:30pm - 7:30pm EDT

Louisville Marriott Downtown Hotel, Salon EFG

Ticket Required

Immerse yourself in Louisville culture at this special Preconvention workshop and walk away in style! Join Jenny Pfanenstiel, seven-time OFFICIAL MILLINER OF THE KENTUCKY DERBY MUSEUM to create your own Kentucky Derby–style fascinator.

Learn hands-on from Jenny and her team as they share how to manipulate different embellishing materials, including feathers, flowers, ribbons, and other trims to design your own fascinator. Each attendee will be provided with a fascinator base that is ready for your creation.

Design your hat on Wednesday and wear it to Thursday’s pARTy! This workshop includes a ticket ($20 value) to the NAEA25 Opening Night pARTy, where the theme will be “Disco Derby.”

Presenters

Jenny Pfanenstiel

Jenny Pfanenstiel is a world-renowned milliner awarded for her skill of creating and sculpting hats by hand using rare, high-quality materials from across the globe. Taking from traditional millinery techniques, Pfanenstiel is known for her unique process of sculpting hats on a braid machine from... Read More →

Wednesday March 19, 2025 5:30pm - 7:30pm EDT
Louisville Marriott Downtown Hotel, Salon EFG

Preconvention Workshop, Ticketed Studio Workshop

Keywords Ticket Required