Future Conferences

May 27-30, 2026

Walla Walla, Washington

Columbia Plateau

Each year in May or June, hundreds of VAF members assemble for our annual conference.  We spend at least two days touring the area to learn first-hand about its architectural and landscape heritage.  On Saturday, a juried paper session provides attendees a forum to share their scholarship and field work.  In addition, workshops, board and committee meetings, special events, and excursions create an enjoyable and memorable event. Past meetings have been held throughout North America.

For first-time paper presenters assistance may be available through Simpson Presenter's Fellowship

For student groups assistance to cover expenses of attending the conference is available through the Ambassadors Award

June 12-15, 2024
North of the Northwoods From Mines to Motels on Michigan’s Lake Superior
Houghton, Michigan Technological University, Keweenaw, Michigan Upper Peninsula