Lecturer

2026 North East Regional Lecturers Association Conference

Now is the time to register! This year's conference will be held April 17-19, at the New York State Grange Headquarters, 100 Grange Place, Cortland, NY, 13045.

With our nation approaching its 250th anniversary, this year's conference theme, "America 250" will explore how Grange education, community engagement, and shared history continue to shape our local, regional, and national story. The conference will feature workshops, discussions, and fellowship designed to inspire and equip participants for the years ahead.

This event is open to everyone - not just Lecturers. Members, friends, and anyone insterested in Grange education and programming are warmly encouraged to attend. The conference begins at 7:00 pm on Friday, April 17, and concludes by 11:00 am on Sunday, April 19.

Affordable and Flexible Registration
Conference registration: $20 per attendee
Saturday lunch: Soups and sandwiches - $15
Celebration dinner: Turkey buffet - $25

Attendees may pay for individual events or save $5 by registering for all three for a total of $55.

Whether you attend for one meal, one day, or the entire weekend, the 2026 NELA Conference offers a meaningful and affordable opportunity to learn, connect, and celebrate. Our next conference won't be held until 2028, so you won't want to miss the 2026 NELA Conference.

Conference attendees will stay at the Quality Inn Cortland, conveniently next door to the NY State Grange Headquarters. To reserve your room for Friday and Saturday nights, call 607-756-5622 and mention "Grange Conference". Reservations must be made by April 1 to receive the reduced nightly rate of $110 plus tax, which includes a complimentary full breakfast both mornings.

We hope you'll join us in Concord this April as we reflect on America's past and look ahead to the next 250 years.

For more information, please contact Lecturer Matthew Clark

For 2025 Lecturer's contest winners please see the 2025 Journal of Proceedings (pages 22-25)

2025 Lecturer's Program

2026 National Grange Lecturer Programs