The NAEA National Convention is an annual conference providing substantive professional development services that include the advancement of knowledge in all sessions, events, and activities for the purpose of improving visual arts instruction in American schools. As such, it is the world's largest art education convention.

Downloads

2009 Exhibitor Prospectus [PDF, 1.3 Mb]

Exhibitor Floor Plan and List [PDF] Updated 10/6

Sponsorship Application [PDF]

Interactive Demo Application [PDF]

Services

Discounted Hotel Reservations (Available through March 20, 2009)


NEW THIS YEAR!

Sponsorship Opportunities
Set yourself apart by becoming a sponsor! A sponsorship is a great way to show your support for NAEA and have your message reach attendees beyond the Exhibit Hall. Sponsorship Application [PDF]

Island Booths
Island booths offer more product display area, more demonstration area, and more space for visitors to meet with your sales team. Island booths are a minimum of 20ft x 20ft, with aisles on all four sides.

Interactive Demonstrations
Take a hands-on approach! Present a 30-minute, hands-on demonstration of your products in the Exhibit Hall for up to 50 Convention attendees. Grab this great opportunity for interaction that participants won’t soon forget! There is a limit of 12 Interactive Demonstrations. Interactive Demo Application [PDF]

Silent Auction
The SHIP, an organization of industry vendors, will host a Silent Auction to
raise funds for professional development opportunities for NAEA members. The
Silent Auction will take place in the Exhibit Hall 6–8 pm Sunday, April 19.

Art Materials Giveaway
Also hosted by The SHIP, is the Art Materials Giveaway. All exhibitors are
eligible to be part of the giveaway drawing on the final day of exhibits. Since
attendees must be present to win, this encourages them to stay until the end!

Exhibit Hall Dates and Times

Exhibit Event
Day
Date
Time
Exhibits Set Up Friday April 17 8 am–5 pm
Exhibit Hall Hours Saturday April 18
10 am–3 pm
Exhibit Hall Hours Sunday April 19
10 am–3 pm,
6–8 pm
Exhibit Hall Hours Monday April 20
10 am–3 pm
Exhibits Tear Down Monday April 20
3–10 pm

 

Key Contacts

Barbara Fett
Exhibits Manager
2009 NAEA National Convention
Exhibits@arteducators.org
972-751-9622

Kathy Duse
Executive Assistant and
Convention/Programs Coordinator
KDuse@arteducators.org
703-860-8000, ext. 213

 

Fact Sheet

2009 NAEA National Convention

Theme
Visual Arts Education: A Landscape for 21st Century Learning

Dates

April 17-21
Minneapolis, Minnesota

Location
Minneapolis Convention Center
and Hilton Minneapolis Hotel Daytime meetings and exhibits are held at the Convention Center, evening meetings and sessions are held at the Hilton.

Earlybird Registration Fees
$130, active member
$85, spouse/guest
$70, student member
$85, retired member
$175, non-member

Regular Registration Fees
$160, active member
$115, spouse/guest
$90, student member
$115, retired member
$205, non-member


Hotel Reservations

Housing Site


Future Convention Sites

2010
March 25-29
Washington, DC


Downloadable Encouragement Letter
Encouragement Letter