SEMC 2026 Additional Ticket Purchase

Developed by the Winston-Salem Local Arrangements Committee, the 2026 theme, Forged in Culture – Focused on the Future, celebrates the deep cultural and artistic roots that have shaped Winston-Salem and the Southeast, while also looking ahead to how museums and cultural institutions can evolve with purpose, creativity, and resilience. This year’s Annual Meeting also marks SEMC’s 75th anniversary, offering an opportunity to reflect on the organization’s legacy while envisioning its future.

This theme invites us to:

• Honor the cultural legacies that define our communities;
• Strengthen connections between art, history, and innovation; and
• Envision the future of museums as inclusive, adaptive spaces that lead with intention.

As we gather in Winston-Salem—a city where art, history, and industry have long intertwined—we will explore how collaboration, creativity, and cultural identity can forge a shared future for museums across the Southeast, while celebrating 75 years of SEMC’s impact and community.

SEMC2026 Schedule at-a-Glance 

Annual Meeting Hotel Accommodations:

The official conference hotel is the Marriott Winston-Salem (425 N. Cherry Street).Staying in the official headquarters hotel makes connecting with colleagues easier and helps us keep the Annual Meeting affordable for attendees.  Please use the link below to book your stays at the Winston-Salem Marriott. Other options are to call the hotel directly @ 336.725.3500 or calling Marriott Reservations toll free @ 1(800)228.9290

The cut-off date for reservations at the Marriott is September 2, 2026. 

Visit the SEMC2026 Hotel page for booking links and updates: https://www.semcdirect.net/ConferenceHotel

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