2026 NAGARA Annual Conference

Optional Add-Ons

Enhance your conference week with pre-conference workshops, post-conference tours, or a guest pass.

Below you can register for optional conference add-ons. Pre-conference workshops take place on Tuesday, July 21, 2026 (before the main program begins). Post-conference tours take place on Friday, July 24, 2026 (after the closing general session). Guest passes provide access for a +1 to NAGARA’s evening receptions. Space is limited for workshops and tours (register early to secure your spot).

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(PRE-CON WORKSHOP): The Basics of Archives: Introduction to Managing Permanent Government Records
(PRE-CON WORKSHOP): The Basics of Archives: Introduction to Managing Permanent Government Records
Gain an introduction to managing permanent government records. Learn core archival practices including appraisal, preservation, description, and providing access to historical materials.

When: July 21, 2026
(PRE-CON WORKSHOP): End‑to‑End Lifecycle Management and Long‑Term Preservation in Microsoft 365...
(PRE-CON WORKSHOP): End‑to‑End Lifecycle Management and Long‑Term Preservation in Microsoft 365...
FULL TITLE: "End‑to‑End Lifecycle Management and Long‑Term Preservation in Microsoft 365: A Cross‑Disciplinary Workshop on Governance, Transfer, and Sustainable Stewardship" | Explore how to manage records across their lifecycle in Microsoft 365 while preparing for long-term preservation. Learn practical strategies for governance, retention, and archival transfer.

When: July 21, 2026
(PRE-CON WORKSHOP): The Foundations of Records Management...
(PRE-CON WORKSHOP): The Foundations of Records Management...
FULL TITLE: "The Foundations of Records Management: Introduction to the Essential Responsibilities of Government Records Managers" | Build a strong foundation in government records management. Explore retention schedules, filing systems, electronic records, and governance strategies to support efficient, compliant programs.

When: July 21, 2026
(PRE-CON WORKSHOP): From Overwhelmed to Organized: Practical Approaches to Shared Drive Cleanup
(PRE-CON WORKSHOP): From Overwhelmed to Organized: Practical Approaches to Shared Drive Cleanup
Learn practical, real-world strategies to clean up shared drives using both manual and tool-assisted approaches. Identify ROT, apply retention rules, and build more organized, usable file structures.

When: July 21, 2026
(PRE-CON WORKSHOP): AI, But Make It Useful...
(PRE-CON WORKSHOP): AI, But Make It Useful...
FULL TITLE: "AI, But Make It Useful: Empowering Teams to Unlock Practical Use Cases" | Move from AI hype to practical application. Learn how to identify high-value use cases, assess readiness, and implement people-centered strategies that drive adoption and deliver measurable results.

When: July 21, 2026
Post-Conference Tours
Post-Conference Tours
Optional NAGARA tours: go behind the scenes in a private archival vault at the Historical Society of Pennsylvania or explore constitutional history at the National Constitution Center. Limited space—register early to secure your spot.

When: July 24, 2026

Guest Pass

Want to bring a +1 to the two evening receptions? Get a guest pass! Enter your guest's FULL NAME in the "DETAILS" field below.
125.00