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The Cohorts Convening brings together museum professionals participating in the Art Bridges Cohort Program for a day of learning, dialogue, and peer connection. Designed to foster relationship-building across institutions, this event provides a space for engagement through facilitated discussions, case examples, and informal exchange. Together, participants will explore common challenges and consider approaches that strengthen practice across curatorial, learning, and operational roles.

This gathering reflects Art Bridges’ commitment to collaboration and building the strong professional networks that help expand access to American art. We look forward to welcoming you soon!

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Location

Heartland Whole Health Institute

850 Museum Way, Bentonville, AR 72712

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Dates

September 28-30, 2026

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On-Site Contact

Chelsea Malson, Convening Coordinator: **[email protected]

Kristi Dane, Director of Cohorts: [email protected]

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AGENDA

View the detailed agenda here.

DAY 1: September 28

6:00 – 8:00 pm Arrival and Dinner at 21c Museum Hotel Bentonville

DAY 2: September 29

8:45 – 11:30 am Orientation
11:45 am – 1:00 pm Lunch and Networking
1:00 – 4:45 pm Workshops
5:00 – 6:00 pm Reception

DAY 3: September 30

8:45 – 11:10 am Workshops
11:10 am – 12:00 pm Lunch and Departure from the Heartland Whole Health Institute

FEATURED SPEAKERS

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LOGISTICS

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