Join the Visual Resources Association for our Annual Conference in Portland, OR from October 7–9, 2025.

This multi-day event brings together professionals from education, cultural heritage, and industry to connect, collaborate, and explore the latest trends in image and media management.

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VRA seeks partner to create design 2025 Annual Conference in Portland, OR

The Visual Resources Association (VRA) seeks a partner to create a design for the Association’s 2025 Annual Conference in Portland, OR, October 7–9, 2025. The design should communicate both the VRA’s identity and the character of the host city.

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VRA 2025: Call for Proposals opens January 27!

The Visual Resources Association invites proposals for our 2025 Annual Conference, to be held at the Porter Hotel in Portland, OR, October 7–9, 2025. The submission deadline is Friday, March 14, 2025, at 11:59 pm PDT.

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VRA 2025: Conference Format

As we look ahead to VRA 2025, we are excited to announce a carefully considered shift in the structure for our upcoming annual conference. VRA 2025 will feature two distinct components: virtual pre-conference programming held a week prior to the main event, followed by three days of on-site conference programming at the Porter Hotel in Portland, OR.

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Hotel

All conference programming will take place at The Porter Portland, a boutique hotel featuring ample outdoor space in the heart of the city.

Just a short walk from the Portland Art Museum, the Oregon Historical Society, the Pearl District, the Willamette River, and MAX Light Rail, The Porter offers easy access to Portland’s cultural and scenic attractions. After a day of conference sessions or exploring the city, guests can unwind at Xport Bar & Lounge, The Porter's rooftop bar, featuring craft cocktails, small plates, and panoramic downtown views.

Rooms are available at a special VRA Conference rate of $145 (+taxes and fees) per night. Be sure to make your reservation before Monday, September 15,  2025 to secure this rate (subject to availability).

Exterior of Porter Hotel at night

Sponsors

Join the VRA for our Annual Conference in Portland, Oregon from October 7th–9th. This three-day event provides a dynamic forum where professionals from educational, cultural heritage, and commercial environments converge to network and address contemporary trends in the field of image and media management.

Reach out to the Conference Planning Team at initiatives@vraweb.org with any questions and to make your selections.

Why sponsor the VRA Annual Conference?
As an exhibitor or program sponsor, you have an estimated audience of 100+ VRA professionals who are deeply invested in finding products and services that will make their organizations more efficient and effective. With your sponsorship, you can help create connections between projects and individuals, support the flow of ideas across communities, and encourage fresh perspectives.