Tuesday, October 27, 2026, Hudson River Museum, Yonkers, NY, 9:00 AM - 4:45 PM

GHHN Members: 9/1 - 10/15: $75; Late Ticket (10/15 - 10/23): $85
NonMembers: 9/1 - 10/15: $85; Late Ticket (10/15 - 10/23): $95

What We’re Afraid Of: Challenges, Changes, and the Courage to Face Them invites museum professionals to engage these realities directly — not to dwell on fear, but to name what feels uncertain and share how we are responding. This theme creates space for honest reflection, practical problem-solving, and meaningful exchange about how our institutions and roles continue to evolve. Join us the beautiful Hudson River Museum, Westchester's largest cultural institution, for a full day of learning, conversation, and connection. The Annual Conference will once again feature the extremely popular "Follow the Speaker" format, designed to foster more direct engagement with presenters. During the conference, you'll have a chance to explore inspiring galleries, showcasing American art from Hudson River School masterpieces to contemporary installations.

​From managing unexpected attention online to rethinking collections, navigating AI, taking institutional risks, and responding when funding loss looms, this year’s conference brings together colleagues who are tackling some of the biggest challenges facing museums and history organizations today. The day also includes networking, office hours with grant funders, a light breakfast, luncheon, full-day exhibit hall, Awards for Excellence ceremony, poster session, and more.

Join us at the 2026 GHHN Annual Conference and find out why attendees have said our Conference "has always been a favorite: nice crossover between different types of cultural heritage organizations, nice size, informative sessions, lots of camaraderie, and true warmth from the GHHN staff!"

We hope to see you there!