2016 National Conference

GEO and the conference host committee welcome to you to Minneapolis – St. Paul! To kick off the 2016 National Conference, please join us for an evening of networking, cocktails, food and entertainment.

The reception will be held at Orchestra Hall, home of the Minnesota Orchestra. One of Minnesota’s cultural and architectural touchstones, Orchestra Hall opened in 1974 and since then has drawn upwards of 10 million people to its concerts.

This backdrop provides a great opportunity to see, hear and learn more about Minneapolis – St. Paul and its vibrant arts scene, including visual art, music, theater, dance, literature and others.

During the reception, hear live performances by Buckets and Tap Shoes, a high-energy group of dance and percussion artists who have performed internationally and in more than 30 U.S. states, and immerse yourself in a “Chalk Talk” with award-winning photographer Wing Young Huie.

To get to the reception, exit the hotel, turn left and walk two blocks north on Nicollet Mall to South 11th Street. Orchestra Hall will be on your right.

Don’t forget to wear your name badge! Only conference participants and their preregistered guests will be allowed to enter.

Following the reception, you may want to stroll along Nicollet Mall, which offers a number of things to see and do including restaurants, bars, shops and local attractions.