Welcome to Pittsburgh!
Where rivers meet, french fries top salads, and every trail, museum, and meal invites you to discover something unforgettable at the 2026 International ACAC Annual Conference!
We can't wait to welcome you for the 2026 International ACAC Conference in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, hosted by Carnegie Mellon University and the University of Pittsburgh! Use this site to plan your trip, explore the university campuses, and uncover the best of the ‘Burgh—home of Mr. Rogers and full of neighborly charm. We’ll keep adding updates, so bookmark this page and check back often—and don’t forget to visit the International ACAC website for the latest conference details
Special Events
Celebrate Pittsburgh — From Opening Night to Closing Festivities
The 2026 International ACAC Annual Conference opens in grand style at Carnegie Music Hall, one of Pittsburgh's most iconic cultural landmarks, and closes at the Senator John Heinz History Center — Western Pennsylvania's largest history museum and a proud Smithsonian affiliate. From the first welcome to the final farewell, Pittsburgh has a stage worthy of the occasion.
Opening Ceremony
Carnegie Music Hall | July 14
Kick off the 2026 International ACAC Annual Conference in one of Pittsburgh's most beloved landmarks. Carnegie Music Hall, nestled inside the stunning Carnegie complex in Oakland, sets the perfect stage for an evening of connection, inspiration, and a warm welcome to the Pittsburgh. We can't wait to see you there.
Closing Ceremony
Heinz History Center | July 16
Send off the conference in style at the Senator John Heinz History Center, Western Pennsylvania's largest history museum and a Smithsonian affiliate. It's a fitting farewell in a city that wears its story proudly and a memorable final night with new colleagues from around the world.
