Host a Future Gathering

Each year, NNABA's Annual Gathering is hosted by a different tribe or organization across Washington, Oregon, and Idaho. Rotating the Gathering location is one of our core values — it allows weavers from all communities to participate without incurring prohibitive travel expenses, and it gives each host tribe the opportunity to welcome hundreds of basket weavers to their homelands.

We are now accepting proposals to host the 2027 Annual Gathering of Basketweavers.

Proposals to Host the 2027 Gathering

Deadline: December 31, 2026

To submit a proposal, please email your responses to info.nnaba@yahoo.com by December 31, 2026. Any format is accepted as long as your proposal is signed and fully addresses each item below in the order listed.

Proposal Requirements

Please respond to each of the following items in order:

1.  Name & Location

Name of Tribe or Organization, and the address/location for the proposed basket weaving gathering.

2.  Formal Tribal / Organizational Support

A formal agreement from your Tribe or Organization stating council's awareness and support of the gathering, including any sponsorship of activities or waiver of fees associated with the Gathering.

3.  Facilities (at no cost to NNABA)

NNABA is a nonprofit organization. Please confirm that facilities offered for our use as weaving rooms for members and the Youth Track will be provided at zero cost to NNABA. Our gatherings require a large room set up with tables and chairs at a minimum.

4.  Lodging

The Host Tribe/Org. will work to secure enough reserved hotel rooms at their own facilities and/or from adjacent hotels at special or reduced rates. NNABA will cover some lodging costs; members will pay for their own. We request assistance with rates and locating nearby overflow lodging as needed.

5.  Planning Committee

Provide the name(s) of a Committee and Chairperson who will coordinate and run the Annual Gathering in conjunction with NNABA's planning committee.

6.  Additional Support & Amenities

Provide any additional information about support your Tribe or Organization may offer — including special activities, co-sponsorship opportunities with other tribes/organizations, or other amenities. Note: providing a banquet or meals is not required, though it has been offered in the past and is always appreciated.

Submit Your Proposal

Email your completed proposal to: info.nnaba@yahoo.com

Deadline: December 31, 2026