FAQ about the Conference:

What are the registration deadlines?
Early Bird Registration – October 15, 2009
Pre-registration Deadline – October 30, 2009

What is the latest date that I can register for the conference?
For the pre-registration rate, registration forms must be postmarked by October 26, 2009. On-Site registration is accepted but not recommended. For a full list of conference rates and dates, please see the registration form.

I am an Institutional Member, can I send more than 1 staff member at the member rate?
YES. Institutional Members may send more than one representative at the member price; however, registrations may not be shared. Each participant must fill out a registration form.

What does the registration fee include?
The registration includes all general sessions, concurrent sessions, opening reception, and all meals. Additional fees occur for events such as tours and workshops are noted on the event side of the registration form.

Is there a FEE for the Pre-Conference Workshops?
YES. The Pre-Conference Workshops are an additional fee; please see the event form side of the registration form for pricing. Please note that workshops are non-refundable but may be transferred to another person. The workshop may be refundable in the event the workshop is cancelled due to low attendance numbers. Advance registration is required to secure a spot in the workshop.

May I bring a guest for the meals without registering my guest for the whole conference?
YES. You may bring additional guest(s) to conference meals. The meals are at an additional fee. Pre-registration is required. The fee is listed on the event side of the registration form.

If I cannot attend the conference, is my registration fee refundable?
All cancellation requests must be mailed in writing. Cancellation requests must be postmarked before October 15, 2009 to be issued a full refund. Cancellations received between October 15 – October 30, 2009 will be subject to a $25 processing fee and 50% refund. Refunds will be issued after the conference. No refunds will be granted after October 30, 2009. KMA is not responsible for cancellations that were mailed but never received. Registrations may be transferred but not shared.

Does the registration fee cover my lodging?
NO. KMA does not handle hotel reservations; reserve or pay for your room directly with the hotel. Lodging is not included in as part of the registration. Reservations for lodging must be made separately. The Grand Prairie Convention Center and Hotel is the conference hotel. A block of rooms has been reserved for the Kansas Museums Association at the rate of $82 through October 21st. The hotel phone: (620) 669-9311.

For more information on other accommodations, please contact the Hutchinson CVB by visiting their website www.visithutch.org or call (620) 662-3391.

Scholarships:
Individual members of KMA may apply for the Professional Development Scholarship to defray or pay for the cost of the conference registration and lodging.

Can I pay with a credit card?
NO. Registration fees must be paid by check or money order, payable to the Kansas Museums Association. Credit cards are not accepted at this time. We apologize for any inconvenience this may cause.

This is my first year to attend a KMA conference - What should I wear?
Dress for the conference is business casual. The key is to wear comfortable clothes. 

If you have a question not answered above, please email info@ksmuseums.org.