FAQs

Registration

When does registration for The Power of Community Open? 

Registration is currently open. To register, please visit our registration page on Whova. You'll find all the necessary information and links to secure your spot.  

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​What is included in the registration price?

Registration includes access to the Conference for one person only. Registration can be transferred to one person within your current organization with prior permission from CPC. Attendees may register during the Conference, however to receive an official printed badge, please register no later than March 21, 2025.

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What if I need to cancel my registration?

Attendees will receive a full refund if they request cancellation of their registration no later than March 18, 2025, which is two weeks before the Conference.  Attendees who cancel less than two weeks before the event will receive a 50% refund. NO refunds will be given if canceled a week before the event, however exceptions may be made at CPC’s sole discretion.

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Presenting at the Conference

I’m interested in presenting a session, what is the proposal process?

The official Call for Sessions is now closed.

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​When will the Conference schedule be available? 

The Conference schedule is now live. Visit this page for more detailed information.

Planning Your Conference Experience

What attire is suggested?

The weather in Montgomery is mild and humid in April. Layered clothing, jackets and light coats are recommended. The Conference encourages business casual attire with your own artistic flair. 

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Where is the Conference held?

The Conference will be held at various venues in downtown Montgomery. Visit the Conference venue page for more information.

​Is there an official hotel?

The official hotel is the Doubletree by Hilton. The Doubletree is conveniently located behind the Kress on Dexter and is within walking distance of other Conference venues in downtown Montgomery. 

Limited rooms (including ADA accessible) are available at a special discount to Conference attendees. To reserve a room at the special rate, please visit our Travel page.

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​I need information about lodging, food, and transportation during the Conference. Where can I find that?

For all your travel-related queries, including details on lodging, dining options, and transportation, please visit our Travel page.

General Inquiries

Will my image be used?

Attendance at the Conference constitutes an agreement by the attendee to allow Creative Placemaking Communities and The King’s Canvas use the attendee’s image and voice in photographs, audio, video, and electronic reproductions for future promotional use.  

Can I record sessions or take photos?

The Conference will not be recorded. We encourage you to record presentations for your own use, however, any recordings cannot be resold without the express written approval from Creative Placemaking Communities.

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Please note - The Keynote speech by Bryan Stevenson MAY NOT be recorded or published. We will ask attendees to turn off recording devices such as cell phones and tablets prior to the Keynote.​

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Will you have shuttle transportation?

There may be limited shuttle transportation for those who are unable to walk between venues. Please inquire directly with the Conference organizers if you need special assistance.

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Are there scholarships available?

At this time, the Conference is not officially offering scholarships. Some State Art Councils may have professional development funds available. We will provide for more detailed information on who to contact at your local State Arts Council at a later date.

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I have a question that's not covered here. How can I get in touch with the Conference organizers?

Feel free to reach out to us via the form below. We're here to assist with any additional queries you may have.