QUICK LINKS
Session Proposals – Closes Tuesday, February 10
We invite proposals that reflect Indigenous priorities, lived experience, and innovative approaches across archives, libraries, museums, cultural centers, historic preservation, and the arts.
Hotel/Travel/Attractions
Priority Access Registration – Closes Friday, March 27
Priority Access Registration provides priority placement in high-demand sessions and field trips (subject to availability) and a $100 discount over Early Bird Registration. ATALM places a limit of 100 Enhanced Registrations and 200 Basic Registrations during Priority Registration.
Priority Access Rates:
- Basic Registration – $350 Members | $400 Non-Members
- Enhanced Registration – $500 Members | $550 Non-Members
ATALM2026 STRATEGY SUMMITS, Request to Participate Closes May 1
Scheduled for Monday, September 21, Strategy Summits are designed to drive national, Indigenous-led change. The Summits focus on shared problem-solving and strategy development to inform ATALM’s national initiatives.
- Artificial Intelligence, Data Sovereignty, and Indigenous Knowledge Summit
- Indigenous Knowledge Centers: A Master Plan for Tribal Libraries Summit
- Shared Stewardship, Voluntary Returns, and Reclaiming Oral Histories Summit
- Strengthening Institutional Support for Native Artists Summit
Pacific Islander Delegate Program – Closes Monday, March 2
In an effort to support those working in an Indigenous cultural setting in the Pacific Islands, IMLS has provided funding for up to 25 delegates to attend ATALM 2026.
Exhibitor/Advertiser/Sponsorship Opportunities
Native Art Market
ATALM provides subsidized artist booths as a service to both artists and conference attendees. Artists must verify tribal enrollment and comply with the Indian Arts and Crafts Act of 1990.
National Planning Council
Joining the Council is an opportunity to contribute expertise, elevate community voices, and help shape a meaningful national gathering. First meeting of the Council is scheduled for Tuesday, April 28 at the Davenport Grand Hotel in Spokane, WA.
Volunteer Opportunities
Volunteers play a vital role in ensuring the conference runs smoothly. All volunteers must be registered for the conference.
Community Impact Awards
The Community Impact Awards acknowledge and celebrate initiatives that exemplify community engagement, innovation, and overall excellence. Initiatives that are replicable in other communities receive priority consideration.
- Nominate a Project or Organization – Deadline is Monday, May 4.
Guardian Awards
Is there someone in your community that deserves to be recognized for their contribution to Native Nations?
- Submit a Nomination – Deadline is Thursday, June 11.
Scholarships
Thanks to support from the Institute of Museum and Library Services, ATALM is offering registration and lodging scholarships.
Mentorship Program
Connect with peers and gain priority access to special networking events.
Professional Development Certificate Program
At no additional charge, conference attendees may earn a Professional Development Certificate, thanks to funding provided by the Institute of Museum and Library Services.
Roommate/Rideshare
Many ATALM attendees make new friends and save money by sharing rooms and traveling together.
Disability Access Policy
Conference Code of Conduct
Thank You to the Institute of Museum and Library Services (IMLS)
The Institute of Museum and Library Services (IMLS) has made a significant three-year investment in ATALM’s national conferences. This sustained commitment recognizes ATALM conferences as essential infrastructure for Indigenous archives, libraries, museums, and cultural centers across the United States.
