In-Person Details

On this page, you will find some important notes on what attending the 2026 Public Summit: More information to come!

Private Spaces for Those Attending In-Person:

More information to come!

To reserve a small private meeting space, please email SHActionCollab@nas.edu with your requested date and times.

Suggested Hotels in Proximity to the Event Location:

NameFull AddressPhone
Hampton Inn Lawrence
2300 W 6th St
Lawrence, KS 66049
United States
(785) 841-4994
Quality Inn & Suites Lawrence – University Area
2309 Iowa St
Lawrence, KS 66049
United States
(785) 371-2105
SpringHill Suites by Marriott Lawrence Downtown
One Riverfront Plaza
Lawrence, KS 66044
United States
(785) 841-2700
The Oread Lawrence, Tapestry Collection by Hilton
1200 Oread Ave
Lawrence, KS 66044
United States
(785) 843-1200
TownePlace Suites by Marriott Lawrence Downtown
900 New Hampshire St
Lawrence, KS 66044
United States
(785) 842-8800

Kansas Memorial Union: 1301 Jayhawk Blvd, Lawrence, KS 66045

Driving Directions

Parking

There is a parking garage connected to the Memorial Union. The garage charges $2.25 for the first hour and $2.00 for every hour after. Street parking is available and KU Parking offers daily parking passes for certain nearby lots. Please reach out to National Academies' staff to inquire about passes (SHActionCollab@nas.edu).