ASSEMBLE
September 25-28, 2024
Interlochen Center for the Arts
2024
NATIONAL COUNCIL
OF ARTS ADMINISTRATORS
CONFERENCE
ASSEMBLE: EMBRACING OUR COLLECTIVE NETWORK
ASSEMBLE, the 51st Annual Conference of the
National Council of Arts Administrators brings
together past, present, and future arts leaders
to explore the transformative power of diverse
networks in shaping the future. More than just
a gathering, ASSEMBLE embodies the philosophy
of assemblage, where people, things, and stories
intertwine to spark innovation and drive change.
As arts administrators, we are vital in creating
these spaces. At this year’s conference, you will
connect with inspiring colleagues, delve into shared
solutions, forge partnerships, meet mentors, and
create friendships to amplify the impact in your
community.
The nonprofit Interlochen Center for the Arts is a recipient of the National Medal of Arts and the only organization in the world that brings together a 3,000-student summer camp program; a 550+-student fine arts boarding high school; a year-round source of expert online arts education for children, teens, and adults; opportunities for adults to engage in fulfilling artistic and creative programs; two 24-hour listener-supported public radio services (classical music and news); more than 600 arts presentations annually by students, faculty and world-renowned guest artists; a robust hospitality division that curates on-campus lodging, dining, and transportation services; and a global alumni base spanning nine decades, including leaders in the arts and all other endeavors. For information, visit Interlochen online at www.interlochen.org.
Located 15 miles north of Interlochen's campus, Traverse City and the surrounding area regularly receive accolades and recognition for its natural beauty, food and wine, and arts and culture.
TRAVEL + ACCOMMODATIONS
TRAVEL /
GETTING TO INTERLOCHEN CENTER FOR THE ARTS
note: Shuttle service to Interlochen Center for the Arts campus is available to conference participants. Please submit your flight information when you book your stay.is available to conference participants. Please submit your flight information when you book your stay.
LODGING /
https://www.interlochen.org/about/visit-campus/lodging
Group#: NCAA
Rooms will be released to the general public on August 10th, please plan accordingly.
notes:
Extended pre and post conference lodging is available at the conference rate. Meals at Stone Cafeteria will are included in your extended stay.
The Stone Cafeteria is not included in lodging fee during the conference. Meals and snacks will be provided by the conference at designated times and locations (unless noted).
Cafeteria hours are available upon check-in.
Conference participants are welcome to stay off-campus.
CONFERENCE REGISTRATION
Registration is through the National Council of Arts Adminstrators website.
On or before August 31, 2024 ($325 per member)
September 1-13, 2024 ($375 per member)
*conference participants must be members to attend
Refund Policy: Fee for the annual conference is refundable when emailed cancellation is received two weeks prior to the first day of the conference. NCAA will keep $75 of the registration fee for processing. Please email NCAA Treasurer O. Gustavo Plascencia (oplascen@mdc.edu).
APPLY TO BE AN EMERGING ADMINISTRATOR FELLOW
The Fellowship covers the cost of conference registration at Interlochen Center for the Arts September 25-28, 2025, and a one-year Council membership.
Fellows will be paired with members of NCAA, who will act as mentors for the one-year term of the fellowship.
Deadline: May 31, 2024
PRELIMINARY CONFERENCE SCHEDULE /
WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 25
8:00-10:30
NCAA BOARD MEETING / Stone Hotel, Culver Room
10:00-5:00
CONFERENCE REGISTRATION / MTCAL
12:00-1:00
LUNCH (rsvp required)
2:00- 3:30
IGNITES/ MTCAL Great Room
3:30-4:00
MEET + GREET
light snacks
4:00-- 6:00
CASE STUDIES / MTCAL Great Room
6:00-7:00
MEMBER‘S EXHIBITION RECEPTION
7:15-8:00
DINNER
8:15-9:00
SHORT FILM FESTIVAL BY INTERLOCHEN STUDENTS / Phoenix Theatre
9:15-10:00
GATHERING ON THE LAKE / Dow House
PRELIMINARY CONFERENCE SCHEDULE /
THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 26
7:00-7:45
WALK, RUN, COFFEE / Stone Hotel Lobby
8:15-9:00
BREAKFAST / MTCAL Great Room
9:00-11:00
CONFERENCE REGISTRATION CONTINUES / MTCAL
9:15-9:45
WELCOME REMARKS / MTCAL Great Room
10:00-11:30
ASSEMBLY WORKSHOPS / Various Locations
sign up at registration
11:30- 12:00
SWAG EXCHANGE / MTCAL Great Room
Bring something-take something
12:15-1:00
LUNCH / MTCAL Great Room
1:00-1:45
BOOK READING: Let’s Talk About Critique: Reimagining Art and Design Education
Elissa Armstrong & Mariah Doren
1:45-2:00
COFFEE BREAK
2:00-3:30
ASSEMBLY WORKSHOPS / Various Locations
3:30-4:15
CANDYBAR
4:30-5:30
KEYNOTE SPEAKER
6:30
BOARD BUS TO DENNOS MUSUEM
7:00-8:15
8:15-8:30
BUS TO DOWNTOWN TRAVERSE CITY
10:00-10:15
BUS RETURN TO INTERLOCHEN
PRELIMINARY CONFERENCE SCHEDULE /
FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 27
7:00-7:45
WALK, RUN, COFFEE / Stone Hotel Lobby
8:15-9:00
BREAKFAST / MTCAL Great Room
9:00-10:45
TOUR OF INTERLOCHEN CENTER FOR THE ARTS
11:00-12:30
PANEL ASSEMBLY IN ACTION / MTCAL
12:45-1:30
BUSINESS LUNCH / MTCAL
2:00-3:30
ASSEMBLY WORKSHOPS / Various Locations
3:30-4:00
COFFEE BREAK
4:00- 5:30
MEET-UPS / Various Locations
5:30-6:00
POP UP AUCTION
7:00-8:00
DINNER / MTCAL
8:00-9:00
BINGO + BREWS
9:00-10:30
GATHERING ON THE LAKE / Dow House
PRELIMINARY CONFERENCE SCHEDULE /
SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 28
7:00-9:00
CONTINENTAL BREAKFAST / Stone Hotel, Culver Room