Host a future STP&A!
STP&A is an interdisciplinary gathering of researchers, policy-makers, practitioners and students that explores key trends, practices and policy issues affecting the arts around the world. STP&A is the oldest and one of the most influential academic gatherings of researchers and practitioners in the field of arts management and cultural policy. STP&A participants are drawn from a broad range of disciplines including, but not limited to: political science, sociology, economics, law, arts management, arts education, art history, museum studies, cultural studies, education, and policy studies as well as arts managers and artists. The conference is affiliated with the Journal of Arts Management, Law, and Society (JAMLS), which has been an authoritative peer-reviewed journal in arts management and cultural policy for more than 40 years.
Conference Overview
The conference is typically a mix of paper presentations, panels, keynote speakers, and social events. Additionally, some conference hosts also chose to include cultural tours and special events as part of the conference schedule.
Conference Management
Overall responsibility for the functioning of STP&A conference is vested in both the STPA Board of Directors and the conference host.
Local Host Committee: The host institution will appoint a local host committee to handle local activities and logistical support. This may include a welcome reception, hospitality events, student volunteers, and connections to local speakers and/or dignitaries. This committee will work closely with the STPA Board of Directors and Conference Committee. The local host committee has the opportunity to shape the conference agenda.
Conference Committee: The STPA Conference Planning Committee is comprised of representatives from the membership. The planning committee is responsible for a number of activities, conversations, and functions in advance of and during the conference – all with the primary goal of creating a conference event that is beneficial for association members.
Instructions for future host applications.
Conference Host Application
If you are interested in hosting a future STP&A, please make a copy of the application and prepare your responses to the questions.
Host applications must be submitted no later than May 1 for consideration for the following year.
Completed applications can be submitted to info@stpaconference.org along with any supporting documentation.
Keep in mind that conference locations may be determined up to three years in advance.