Schedule as of 10/30/2026

The schedule at a glance for Museums Advocacy Day 2027 is below. Note: Schedule is subject to change.

Jump to: Sunday, February 21 | Monday, February 22 | Tuesday, February 23

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Early February

February 2, 2027 at 3pm – Webinar: What to Expect at Museums Advocacy Day

This pre-event webinar helps participants learn more about the different elements of Museums Advocacy Day. Learn how to prepare, what to expect, and more. If you’re new to Museums Advocacy Day or would like a refresher on participating, start with this webinar! It also features a Q&A for attendee questions.

Registered participants for Museums Advocacy Day 2027 will be sent the link to register for the webinar.

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Sunday, February 21

All Day – On Your Own – Museum Visits

12:00 – 2:30 pm National Geographic Museum Tour (Ticketed Event) – This is a ticketed event. You must select this separately in registration. Space is limited.

2:00 – 3:30 pm Planet Word Tour (Ticketed Event)- This is a ticketed event. You must select this separately in registration. Space is limited.

The Westin City Center – 1400 M Street, NW, Washington, DC 20005

2:00 – 5:00 pm – Check In and Materials Pick-up

5:00 – 6:30 pm – Welcome & Networking Reception

Monday, February 22

The Westin City Center – 1400 M Street, NW, Washington, DC 20005

7:30 – 8:30 am – Check In and Networking Breakfast

8:30 – 9:15 am – Welcome to Museums Advocacy Day 2027!

9:15 – 10:00 am – Insight from Congressional Staffers: What to Expect in the 120th Congress

10:00 – 10:30 am – Networking Break

10:30 – 11:15 am – Advocacy & Policy Essentials: Key Issues & Asks

11:15 – 11:45 am – A Deeper Dive: Using Data and Stories

11:45 am – 1:00 pm – Networking Lunch

1:00 – 2:30 pm – Breakout Sessions

• Breakout Option 1: Session specifically for advocacy beginners, those new to Congressional meetings, or those needing a refresher course
• Breakout Option 2: Session specifically for experienced advocates

2:30 – 2:45 pm – Networking Break

2:45 – 3:15 pm – Community Town Hall

3:15 – 4:30 pm – Putting It All Together: Preparation and Practice

Tuesday, February 23

8:00 – 10:00 am – Congressional Breakfast

8:00 am – 5:30 pm – Meetings on Capitol Hill

The Alliance is arranging your Capitol Hill visits for you based on information you provided during registration. Your customized meeting schedule (emailed prior to the event) will be available—via electronic format—prior to and during Museums Advocacy Day.