Schedule

See the evolving conference schedule for the many ways in which you can get connected, get informed, and get inspired in New Orleans!

May–June 2026

Pre-conference Activities

SAA will host a variety of events and governance activities virtually May- June, prior to the Annual Meeting, including the SAA Research Forum, SAA Section meetings, and appointed group (i.e., committee, board, and task force) meetings. (Free to attend. RSVP required for Zoom security).

July 29–August 1, 2026

Wednesday, July 29

User group meetings, repository tours, open houses, and other on your own explorations will be held, along with a selection of other events. Watch out for the Host Committee blog to learn all about New Orleans, where  to eat, and more! 

Thursday, July 30 – Saturday, August 1

Three days of programming—access to the main conference at the Hyatt Regency New Orleans and on the virtual platform that includes (with Registration fee):

• Two plenaries (hybrid),
• Forty sessions accepted by the Program Committee, open forums, vendor mini-theaters, “Networking Lounges,” and a variety of other networking events. 
• Exclusive access to the Exhibit Hall, a must-visit destination during the SAA Annual Meeting, offering valuable opportunities to connect, learn, and explore resources designed for archives and records professionals.
• Professional and Graduate Student posters will be displayed in the conference hotel and on on the conference platform.
• Community Archiving Workshop (Seperate registration and fee)

After August 1

Recordings: Additionally, in the days and weeks following the conference, all plenary and program session recordings will be available for on-demand viewing for all conference registrants.