Annual Conference
Submit a Session Proposal
The Call for Proposals is open until June 2.
The Call for Proposals is intended to provide comprehensive information for submitting a session proposal to the MAAM Annual Conference. Proposals are due June 2, 2025 and will be reviewed by the Program Committee. The Committee consists of representatives from the MAAM board of directors, emerging museum professionals, MAAM members, and volunteers on the Planning Committee. The Program Committee will review session submissions in June 2025. After reviewing and developing the schedule for the conference, we will notify designated contacts for selected sessions by July 14, 2025. The Program Committee reserves the right to request modifications to the submitted programs.
Let’s Talk Proposals Zoom Planning Session:
April 29 at 1 pm, EDT
Are you interested in presenting at the 2025 MAAM Annual Conference but want to learn more about the process? Brainstorm possible session ideas? This year, MAAM is hosting “Let’s Talk Proposals: Building Strong Sessions for MAAM” on Tuesday, April 29 at 1:00 pm, EDT. Join us for a live session to talk through your ideas with Annual Conference Program Committee and MAAM Board members. Zoom Registration required.
Make an Award Nomination
The Call for Award Nominations is open until July 11.
The Mid-Atlantic Association of Museums (MAAM) encourages members from the field to submit nominations for the following categories of awards to recognize organizations and individuals throughout the Mid-Atlantic region for their leadership, career achievements, creativity, and best practices. The MAAM Awards Committee will review all nominations following the close of the Call for Award Nominations. Nominating parties will be notified of the committee’s decision by the end of August. Recipients will be announced publicly in September and recognized during the 2025 Annual Conference in Pittsburgh, PA, October 28-30, 2025.
Conference Hotel
Wyndham Grand Pittsburgh Downtown
Book Through Dates: October 27-October 31, 2025
We are now accepting hotel reservations for our upcoming conference. Through this website you can book, modify or cancel your hotel reservations, and receive updated information about the event. We look forward to seeing you!
Room Types
- Single: $239/night (Rate guaranteed until Monday, October 6, 2025)
- Double Beds: $239/night (Rate guaranteed until Monday, October 6, 2025
You will be required to submit a credit card to guarantee your reservation.
Learn more by clicking here.
Apply for a Fellowship
Fellowship applications are open until September 22, 2025.
Each year at the Annual Conference, the Mid-Atlantic Association of Museums (MAAM) awards between six to ten fellowships for individuals to attend the conference. Our goal is to limit financial barriers to fellowship applicants so they can focus on professional development and networking. To qualify, applicants must be a museum professional, current graduate student, or new to the museum industry. Applicants must be either residing in a state within the MAAM region, attending school in the MAAM region, or currently working within the MAAM region. MAAM’s jurisdiction includes: New York, New Jersey, Pennsylvania, Maryland, Delaware, and Washington D.C.
Applicants will be evaluated and selected by the Mid-Atlantic Association of Museums Awards Committee. Applicants will be notified via email if they have received a fellowship by end of September.
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COVID-19 Guidelines
MAAM understands the importance of safety and comfort in attending live networking events, and we want to be transparent in our commitment to providing a safe experience for all attendees. We are following current City of Pittsburgh and CDC COVID-19 protocols.
Out of respect and kindness towards your fellow attendees, and with the new boosters being a much closer match to currently circulating variants than prior vaccines, MAAM strongly recommends that attendees be vaccinated and boosted before attending the Annual Conference.
If you are not feeling well and have any symptoms of COVID-19 please stay home or in your hotel room. Do not attend the Annual Conference until you have tested negative for COVID-19. Masking during the conference is a matter of personal preference.
For more information on public safety, please visit the Allegheny County Health Department. Should state or local guidance change, we will notify attendees ASAP. If you have any questions, please contact MAAM at info@midatlanticmuseums.org.
Code of Conduct
The Mid-Atlantic Association of Museums (MAAM) is committed to providing a safe, inclusive, and welcoming environment free of bias and intimidation at all of our in-person and virtual events. In accordance with federal and state laws and with non-profit best practices, MAAM expressly prohibits any form of discrimination or harassment based on race, ethnicity, religion, sex, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, physicality, marital status, pregnancy, parenthood, status as a Vietnam-era or disabled veteran, or any other protected classification.
Discriminatory or harassing behavior by or towards any staff, volunteer, contractor, member, fellow, presenter, participant, vendor, or other person participating in MAAM programs or activities will not be tolerated.
Reporting
Anyone who experiences or witnesses any violation of MAAM’s Code of Conduct should report the incident to MAAM’s Executive Director or a member of the Board of Directors as soon as possible.
If you witness sexual harassment or assault, respond first to the affected person’s needs and safety. Support that person if they choose to report the incident but respect their decision to report or not report.
MAAM is not an adjudicating body. However, MAAM will receive complaints to support addressing grievances associated with MAAM programs and activities.
Consequences
MAAM is committed to enforcing this code of conduct at all levels of its organization. Unacceptable behavior will result in immediate removal from MAAM message boards, chats, Facebook groups, Discord channels, and the MAAM Virtual Conference and MAAM Membership without refund.
MAAM reserves the right to prohibit participation in future programs and activities as well as the right to rescind association awards, fellowships, and/or and revoking or prohibiting membership.
Registration Cancellation Policy and Refunds
If you need to cancel your registration for the Annual Conference, we will provide a refund of the ticket price, less a $20 processing fee, up to 7 days prior to the start of the Annual Conference start date. We must receive your refund request in writing, by email, or in a written statement through WildApricot no later than 7 days prior to the start of the Annual Conference explaining the need for a refund. Those who choose to purchase a MAAM membership to attend the Annual Conference will not receive a refund for failure to attend the conference.
Photography Policy
By registering for and attending this event, you grant the Mid-Atlantic Association of Museums (MAAM) and its authorized representative permission to film, photograph, or otherwise record your participation in the event. You further agree that such images, photographs, and recordings may be used by MAAM without your prior approval in any form and for any lawful purpose including, without limitation, promoting MAAM. Such use will not entitle you to any credit or compensation. You release MAAM, its officers, and employees from any liability connected with the use of any image, photograph, or recording taken during the Annual Conference.