Annual Convening

2026 Convening: Celebrating 5 Years of Collective Impact

Convening Start Date

November 5, 2026

Location

Atlanta, GA

Black Trustee Alliance announces our 2026 Convening: three days of candid conversation, collective strategy, and cultural immersion in one of America’s most vibrant Black cultural centers, Atlanta, Georgia.

Early bird registration opens March 31, 2026, by invitation only.

Why Atlanta

Atlanta is home to one of the nation’s richest Black cultural ecosystems. From historic collections and university galleries to a thriving community of Black-owned galleries, artist studios, and arts organizations. It is the ideal backdrop for a Convening rooted in the power of Black museum governance.

What Is the BTA Convening?

The BTA Convening is our annual invitation-only summit designed to equip Black museum trustees with the insight, relationships, and resources to drive meaningful and lasting innovation at their institutions.

In a field where Black trustees are often one of few—or the only—voices at the table, the Convening offers something rare: a room full of peers who share that experience. Over three days, members speak candidly about the challenges facing the field, exchange knowledge with leaders across the museum world, and forge relationships that strengthen collective impact year-round.

The Convening is where strategy meets solidarity.

Convening Schedule

Thursday, November 5 | Welcome

Arrive and settle into Atlanta. The evening opens with the BTA Welcome Reception at the High Museum. This intimate moment of celebration allows members to reconnect with each other and meet new colleagues before the work begins.

Friday, November 6 | Mainstage Day

A full day of fireside chats, panels, and working group sessions with art world luminaries, institutional leaders, and cultural strategists. The day closes with a seated dinner celebration honoring the community and the work ahead.

Saturday, November 7 | Art Around Atlanta

Members fan out across the city for private arts excursions — exclusive access to collections, galleries, studios, and cultural landmarks across Atlanta’s Black arts landscape.

Registration & Rates

EARLY BIRD RATES

(Until May 15, 2026)
$595: Members
$1,100: Guests

REGULAR RATES

(Beginning May 16, 2026)
$695: Members
$1,200: Guests

Early bird registration opens March 31 by invitation. Space is limited.

Full programming details will be released this spring.

Questions & Sponsorship

For questions or sponsorship opportunities, please contact:
admin@blacktrusteealliance.org