We are excited to announce the upcoming Art Educators of Minnesota Conference, taking place October 23-24, 2026, at the West End Conference Center, St. Louis Park, Minnesota.
We invite your participation in creating engaging and meaningful sessions that contribute to leadership and professional connections within the arts education community in Minnesota. Call for proposal closes June 30th. Notice of acceptance will be emailed to the primary presenter by July 30th.
If you are interested in presenting a 50 minute session at the conference, we welcome a diverse range of topics, including but not limited to:
- Equity, Diversity, Inclusion, Belonging, and Justice
- Innovative Uses of Technology in the Art Classroom
- Updates on the National Core Arts Standards or Minnesota Visual Art Standards
- Connections Between Common Core Standards and Visual Arts
- Collaborations with Local Artists
- Community Engagement through Art
- Hands-On Lesson Demonstrations
- Art Lessons for Diverse Learners
- Project-Based Learning
- Hosting an Art Show
- Minnesota Re-licensure
- Arts Advocacy
- Arts Integration
- Makers spaces
- STEAM Education
And much more!
Please note: Presenters are entitled to materials reimbursement up to $50 upon providing receipts at the conference.