National Science Teaching Association Conference 2026

Empowering Educators, Fueling Futures Science and STEM education are never still, and neither are the educators who teach them, inspire them, and reimagine their future every day. Join us in Indianapolis, a city where speed meets spirit, for NSTA’s preeminent professional learning event of the fall! Over four days of thought-provoking sessions, interactive workshops, and … Read more

Society for Advancement of Chicanos/Hispanics & Native Americans in Science Conference

The Society for Advancement of Chicanos/Hispanics & Native Americans in Science (SACNAS) Annual Conference is the leading multidisciplinary and multicultural STEM conference in the country. The SACNAS Annual Conference is a gathering which serves to equip, empower, and energize participants for their academic and professional paths in STEM. Over the course of the event, college-level … Read more

2026 Advancing Indigenous Science and Engineering Society (AISES) National Conference

The Annual AISES National Conference is a unique, three-day event focusing on educational, professional, and workforce development for Indigenous peoples of North America and the Pacific Islands in science, technology, engineering, and math (STEM) studies and careers. The conference is open to anyone who wishes to participate and learn! The National Conference works towards achieving … Read more

Association of Zoos & Aquariums 2026 Annual Conference

The Annual Conference is the largest, most comprehensive zoo and aquarium professionals’ event in the country. Attending the AZA Annual Conference provides opportunities to: Explore ideas and best practices with more than 150 education program sessions, poster presentations, and round-table topic discussions; Discover successes and lessons learned from a community of veterans and young professionals … Read more

Polar STEAM Summit

Step into a space where polar science and creativity converge. The Polar STEAM Summit brings together educators, researchers, artists, and polar enthusiasts to spark collaboration and share innovative tools and resources. Through interactive sessions, storytelling, and reflection on practice, we’ll deepen connections, expand art-science integration, and nurture curiosity. Together, we’ll strengthen our ability to creatively … Read more

2026 VSA Annual Conference

Expanding Your Visitor Studies Toolkit This year’s VSA conference will focus on applied methodologies and practical approaches to visitor studies. We’ll highlight a broad range of essential skills alongside innovative new methods to better understand and advocate for our visitors and communities. Having a toolkit of field-tested practices is vital in accurately representing the experiences … Read more

ALA 2026 Annual Conference & Exhibition

ALA Annual returns to Chicago to celebrate a milestone and shape the future of libraries. Join us for more momentum, more meaningful in-person connections, and more practical ideas you can bring back to your community. Experience the energy, insight, and collaboration libraries need now. Shape what’s next for your library at ALA Annual—the largest library … Read more

Conference for Advancing Participatory Sciences (CAPS)

This online conference brings together researchers, facilitators, and project and community leaders for four exciting days of inspiration. The event highlights leading voices within the participatory sciences and facilitates dynamic discussions. With an online format, you’ll connect with a broad range of people and perspectives that won’t be convened anywhere else. This event offers time … Read more

2026 Play Make Learn Conference

The Play Make Learn Conference is a place for collaboration and discovery in the design, research and practice of playful learning, games for learning and positive social impact, making and makerspaces, STEAM education, and arts in education. PML creates an inspirational space for preK-12 educators, designers, developers, innovators, librarians, museum professionals, makers, and researchers to … Read more

STEM Next’s Inspire Momentum

STEM Next’s Inspire Momentum is a unique new event designed to accelerate delivery of high-quality STEM learning. Because when we work together, millions of more young people can turn curiosity into power, possibility, and pathways to the future.