19th Triennial Symposium 2024
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Open in new tab The ACASA board is pleased to announce that our 19th Triennial Symposium on African Art will take place in Chicago, Illinois, USA from August 7 through 11, 2024.
ACASA’s 19th Triennial Symposium will be held at:
DePaul University Loop Campus Conference Center: 1 East Jackson Boulevard, 8th Floor, Chicago, IL 60604
Art Institute of Chicago: 111 South Michigan Avenue, Chicago, IL 60603
2024 Symposium Dates and Events:
Tuesday, August 6: Registration at DePaul University’s Loop Campus Conference Center
Wednesday, August 7 – Saturday, August 10: Panels held at DePaul University’s Loop Campus Conference Center
Wednesday, August 7: Welcome Reception at Mariane Ibrahim Gallery
Thursday, August 8: Keynote Address by Adenike Cosgrove at the Art Institute of Chicago
Friday, August 9: Dinner & Awards Ceremony followed by the famous ACASA Dance Party held at DePaul University’s Lincoln Park Campus Student Center
Sunday, August 11: Museum Day at the Art Institute of Chicago
Triennial Registration Rates and Information
ACASA Triennial Symposium Registration is outlined below. Please note that each Triennial event requires separate registration (unless purchasing the bundle package). These rates are for all Triennial attendees, both in-person and virtual.
Please Note: Membership is not required for attendee registration, however the cost of membership + registration is lower than the cost of non-member registration to all Triennial events. All presenters must be ACASA members. We encourage everyone to become an ACASA member through https://www.acasaonline.org/member/signup
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Regular Registration: (May 11 – August 5, 2024)
Member:
Conference: $225
Awards Ceremony & Dinner: $60
Museum Day: $40
Non-Member:
Conference: $275
Awards Ceremony & Dinner: $80
Museum Day: $60
On-site Registration: (August 6 – August 11, 2024)
Member:
Conference: $250
Museum Day: $40
Non-Member:
Conference: $300
Museum Day: $60
ACASA’s 19th Triennial Program will be shared via a new conference app launching later this year via ACASA’s partnership with Sched. This app will include the Triennial program and schedule, hybrid streaming links, and additional conference information.
To Register:
- Visit: https://acasatriennial2024.sched.com
- Create a Sched account by email, Google, or Facebook.
- Select the events you would like to attend.
- Purchase through the secure link and receive email confirmation via Sched.
- Follow the steps listed in the confirmation email to create a Sched profile.
Onsite Registration
Onsite registration will be available Tuesday-Saturday during conference hours at DePaul University’s Loop Campus Conference Center (8th Floor).
Onsite Registration: (August 6-10, 2024)
Member Conference: $250
Non-Member Conference: $300
Visa Information
Request a Letter of Invitation Here
Please note that while ACASA can provide supporting documents and letters to support participation in the Triennial, we cannot guarantee that you will be issued a US visa. US Consulates will also not allow for direct communication from ACASA regarding visa status.
Instructions for Applying for a B1/B2 Visa
- Visit the United States Visa Information website (http://www.ustraveldocs.com/) to familiarize yourself with the specific processes for your home country. You will need to apply for a B1/B2 visa.
- In order to secure a visa interview with the local US consulate, you will need to complete an online DS-160 form and follow the specific instructions on the local consulate’s site for processing payment of visa fees ($185) and scheduling an appointment. US Consulates experience long wait-times for visa appointments, especially during the summer months. It is essential to start this process as soon as possible. A list of wait-times for visa appointments at US consulates worldwide is available here.
- If you are presenting on a panel/roundtable, please use your acceptance letter in your application for a visa. This letter confirms your participation in the Triennial Symposium. You can also request a letter of invitation from ACASA here. It is helpful to bring a letter of invitation with you to your appointment. It is also helpful, but not required, to present a copy of a flight itinerary at a visa interview. Some travel companies will give you a sample itinerary prior to booking that you can use.
- Please be prepared to provide documents during your visa interview that clearly document your intention to return to your home country after the Triennial and your financial capacity to support any expenses that you may incur during travel. While ACASA can provide supporting documents and letters to support participation in the conference, we cannot guarantee that you will be issued a US visa. US Consulates will also not allow for direct communication from the ASA regarding visa status.
If you have any questions, please contact Caroline Bastian Retcher at bastian@acasaonline.org
2024 Hotel Information
*Please note that discounted rates for both hotels may no longer be honored as booking deadlines have passed.*
Discounted Hotel Rates have been Negotiated for ACASA 2024 Attendees at both Hotel Options
Participants in ACASA’s Triennial are encouraged to stay at the recommended hotels listed below to have the greatest flexibility and engagement with other attendees, but attendees are welcome to stay in whatever accommodations suit them best.
Please note that two major events are happening in Chicago in the days following the Triennial: The Air and Water Show and the Democratic National Convention. Because of this, our hotel rates are only valid through Saturday, August 10. Rooms are still available, but at the regular rate. We apologize for this inconvenience, but we hope you can understand!
W Chicago – City Center (8 minute walk to DePaul Conference Center; 11 minute walk to Art Institute)
172 West Adams Street, Chicago, IL 60603; +1 (312) 332-1200
Single/Double: $249 (regularly $375+)
Club Quarters Hotel Chicago, Central Loop (7 minute walk to DePaul Conference Center; 10 minute walk to Art Institute)
111 West Adams Street, Chicago, IL 60603; +1 (312) 214-6400
Single Queen Bed: $195 (regularly $250+)
Standard 2 Bed: $205 (regularly $250+)
Club Quarters Central Loop Reservation Link
To receive the early-bird conference rate, you must book your room through the secure hotel link listed above. The early-bird rate ends July 7, 2024. Hotel reservations are taken on a first-come, first-served / space-available basis.
Cancellation Policy
Cancellation deadline is 72 hours prior to arrival/no show. One night’s room/tax will be charged within the 72 hour window.
Parking
Off-Site Parking is available for both hotels. We strongly suggest using Spot Hero to reserve parking for discounted rates.
Travel, Health, & Safety
Meeting attendees should review government travel guidance to confirm eligibility and requirements for travel. The health and safety of our attendees are our top priority.
Travel Support Grant
If you are looking for financial support to attend ACASA’s Triennial Symposium, you may be eligible to apply for our Travel Grant. The Travel Grant submission window is now closed.
Visas
ACASA is happy to provide documents and letters to support participation in the Triennial, however we cannot guarantee that any individual will be issued a US visa. US Consulates will also not allow for direct communication from ACASA regarding visa status. Please see the above section titled “Visa Information” for more information. Request of letter of invitation here.
Transportation
Chicago has two major airports: O’Hare International Airport and Midway International Airport. Both airports are connected to Downtown Chicago via public transportation and ride share apps. ACASA encourages attendees to utilize Chicago’s “L,” Divvy Bikes, and other public transportation when traveling around the city.
Questions?
Please contact Caroline Retcher, ACASA Admin, at bastian@acasaonline.org
Past dates and deadlines:
- December 8, 2023: Submissions for panel and roundtable proposals due: Call for Panel and Roundtable Proposals
- March 1, 2024: Submissions for individual paper proposals to open panels/round tables due: Visit this page for more information
- March 22, 2024: Submissions to be considered for Travel Grants due
- Hotel Discounted Rates are no longer available (all bookings needed to be made prior to July 7, 2024)