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An opportunity for professionals with budget challenges to attend MSA FORWARD

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Recognizing creativity and innovation in retail products showcased at MSA FORWARD

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Where to find information about MSA FORWARD Conference and Expo

market Events

MSA events at wholesale gift markets

museum store Sunday EVENT

Annual Museum Store Advocacy Day

Our 2024 Show Floor is SOLD OUT!

We are looking at options to expand. To be considered, join the waitlist!

What’s included in your MSA Registration (attendees & booth staff):

  • Access to over 20 Educational Sessions including Chapter Meetings and Buyer Roundtables
  • MSA networking events including the MSA NEXT Party*, MSA Friday Night Party, Awards luncheon, Newcomer’s Orientation, and the Expo Hall Happy Hour & Silent Auction
  • Multiple breakfast, lunches, and happy hours
  • Access to the Expo Hall with over 200 MSA Vendors with Show Specials
  • Swag Bag (while supplies last)

*A small fee is required for non NEXT members to attend the NEXT party

The MSA FORWARD 2024 Retail Conference & Expo is committed to providing a valuable in-person experience, creating as many interactions as possible between vendors and prospective buyers.

“I loved meeting other Museum Retail professionals of all levels. There were Buyers, Directors, Assistant Managers…a little bit of everyone. And they all had unique perspectives and ideas.” – Kacey Bengtson, Cheekwood Estate & Gardens

“The MSA Expo is unlike any other Trade Show you will ever attend. There is a spirit of community and partnership between vendors and buyers that stems from the knowledge that we are all on the same team working to make retail in cultural institutions the best it can possibly be.” – Katherine J. Kornblau, President, KJK Jewelry

Questions about exhibiting – email expo@museumstoreassociation.org