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American Anthropological Association 2026 Annual Meeting
November 18–22, 2026
America’s Center Convention Complex | St. Louis, Missouri
Thousands of anthropologists from around the world will gather in St. Louis for the American Anthropological Association’s 2026 Annual Meeting, centered on the theme “On the Verge.”
Over five days, researchers, educators, students, museum professionals, policymakers and practitioners will explore what it means to live through a period of profound transition and how anthropology can help us understand the choices individuals, communities and institutions face amid rapid cultural and technological change.
The meeting will feature groundbreaking research, emerging ideas and conversations spanning topics including migration, Indigenous sovereignty, environmental resilience, technological innovation and the future of human society. Attendees will also have opportunities to build interdisciplinary partnerships, connect with mentors and colleagues, and explore the ways anthropology informs public health, artificial intelligence, cultural heritage, education, business strategy and public policy.
Featured speakers include **Agustín Fuentes, Princeton University anthropologist, bestselling author and renowned scholar whose work bridges anthropology, biology and psychology.
Join the American Anthropological Association in St. Louis for five days of research, collaboration and conversations focused on better understanding people and shaping what comes next.
Learn more:Click for Details
November 18–22, 2026
America’s Center Convention Complex | St. Louis, Missouri
Thousands of anthropologists from around the world will gather in St. Louis for the American Anthropological Association’s 2026 Annual Meeting, centered on the theme “On the Verge.”
Over five days, researchers, educators, students, museum professionals, policymakers and practitioners will explore what it means to live through a period of profound transition and how anthropology can help us understand the choices individuals, communities and institutions face amid rapid cultural and technological change.
The meeting will feature groundbreaking research, emerging ideas and conversations spanning topics including migration, Indigenous sovereignty, environmental resilience, technological innovation and the future of human society. Attendees will also have opportunities to build interdisciplinary partnerships, connect with mentors and colleagues, and explore the ways anthropology informs public health, artificial intelligence, cultural heritage, education, business strategy and public policy.
Featured speakers include **Agustín Fuentes, Princeton University anthropologist, bestselling author and renowned scholar whose work bridges anthropology, biology and psychology.
Join the American Anthropological Association in St. Louis for five days of research, collaboration and conversations focused on better understanding people and shaping what comes next.
Learn more:Click for Details
Date & Time
November 17, 2026
8:00am - 3:00pm
Additional Dates
This event also occurs on:
11/18/2026, 11/19/2026, 11/20/2026, 11/21/2026 and 1 other dates
Location
America’s Center Convention Complex
701 Convention Plaza
St. Louis, MO 63101
Contact Info
American Anthropological Association
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