MAEA still does not have a conference chair for our typical annual conference in the fall of 2025. With that in consideration, the MAEA Board has partnered with Connecticut Art Education Association (CAEA) to provide a conference opportunity this fall for our membership.
Please see the details below for information about participating in the 2025 CAEA conference as a Massachusetts educator.
Connecticut Art Education Association (CAEA) is holding their conference, a one-day conference, on Saturday, October 25, 2025 at Central Connecticut State University, 1615 Stanley St, New Britain, CT 06050. Presenting at and attending the conference is open to Massachusetts educators!
CAEA 2025 Fall Conference
MATTER & MIND
Sculpture and Virtual Spaces
Experience the dynamic intersection of art and learning, where premium professional development opportunities and lasting connections converge. -Don’t miss out! CLICK HERE TO REGISTER!
The merging of matter and mind ignites a profound transformation within us, illuminating our capacity for evolution and growth. This perspective implies a deep, reciprocal relationship between the inner world of consciousness and the outer world of physical reality, fostering an essential interplay that sparks creativity. As art educators, we empower our students by nurturing their creative potential, providing guidance, and cultivating a positive learning environment that inspires innovation. We recognize, as the philosopher Plutarch stated, “the mind is not a vessel to be filled, but a fire to be kindled”, and we strive to light this fire within ourselves and our young artists.
The CAEA 2025 Fall conference promises to be an enriching experience, filled with opportunities for art educators to find inspiration, refine their skills, collaborate with peers, learn from seasoned professionals, and stay updated on the latest trends in art education. When you register you will receive access to over 30 interactive presentations and hands-on workshops, a keynote address by sculptor Craig Frederick, entry into the vendor exhibition hall, and networking spaces all within comfortable facilities. A continental breakfast, and boxed lunch are included as part of the conference registration package. Additionally, attendees will have the opportunity to win various door prizes!
You are artists as well as educators so consider exhibiting your artwork in CCSU’s Chen Art Gallery. Click here for more information.
The 2025 Connecticut Art Education Association Fall Conference will take place at Central Connecticut State University in New Britain, CT on October 25th. Workshops tend to fill up quickly so be sure to add them on to your registration now!
CAEA Conference Accommodations
There is a room block for Friday, October 24 at the Courtyard Hartford Farmington, 1583 Southeast Road, Farmington, Connecticut, 06032 with a discounted rate of $279 (normally $329) Please use this link to lock in your discounted rate.
Have ideas for the 2026 Conference or beyond?
If you would like to help plan the 2026 MAEA conference please reach out to the MAEA Board of Directors at info@massarted.com. You can also visit our website to learn more about the term of this role and what chairing the conference entails.