The Michigan Museums Association Conference 2026

The organizer reports an average of about 20–30 attendees per concurrent session; this is a session figure, not total conference attendance.

The 2026 conference is at Auburn Hills Marriott Pontiac Conference Center in Pontiac, Michigan.

The organizer lists museum volunteers, museum professionals, students, emerging and mid-career professionals, and executive-level leaders among the intended audiences.

It is most useful for staff and volunteers at small and mid-sized Michigan museums, since sessions are one-hour panels, mini-workshops or discussions drawing about 20 to 30 people from museums of all sizes across the state. Specialists seeking national-level depth or large-institution peers will find a more regional, practice-sharing program, although funders such as the National Endowment for the Arts are listed as sponsors.

Museum professionals at state association conferences usually wear business casual, often with a bit of personality in accessories, and comfortable shoes for a full day of sessions.