2022 ALA Annual Conference & Exhibition
Together Again! Join us for top-quality education and best practices; featured thought-leaders; and special programming for library professionals looking to further develop their libraries, communities, and careers!
Washington DC | June 23–28, 2022
Conference Speakers
With more to be announced soon.
Opening General Session
In Conversation: ALA President Patricia “Patty” Wong and FCC Chairwoman Jessica Rosenworcel
Defending the Fifth Freedom
A Reading and Panel Discussion, Moderated by ALA Executive Director Tracie D. Hall.
NEW at the Annual Conference!
The Digital Experience
A curated selection of speaker and education sessions live-streamed directly from the conference in Washington, D.C. The Digital Experience registration will also include access to the on-demand content from these sessions until August 31, 2022.
As the world's biggest library event, the onsite Annual Conference & Exhibition brings together thousands of librarians and library staff, educators, authors, publishers, friends of libraries, trustees, special guests, and exhibitors. You'll find educational programming; important announcements and updates; relevant legislation and policies; and discussions that majorly impact libraries, their roles, and their ongoing transformation.
Event Highlights
- Educational programming, created and curated by library professionals
- News You Can Use Sessions with updates that highlight new research, innovations, and advances in libraries
- Memorable and inspiring speakers
- The Library Marketplace with more than 550 participating exhibitors, nine LIVE Stages, ARCs, and more
- Presidents' and Chair Programs
- The Digital Experience with curated sessions live-streamed directly from Washington, D.C.
- Top-tier authors
- Fun and entertaining networking opportunities to share and connect with peers — and more!
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