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2025 Conference

DSA 2025 Logo with image of Kansas City, MO skyline, upper right hand theme "Empowering Our Future" theme and at bottom "18th Biennial Conference • Kansas City, MO" "Deaf Seniors of America"

The DSA Board of Directors and the Kansas City Local Committee are gearing up for the 18th Biennial DSA Conference, to be held August 1–7, 2025 (new dates) at the Marriott Downtown Hotel in Kansas City, Missouri.

 

Don't forget to take advantage of Early Bird Combo Registration savings – the new deadline is December 31, 2024!
 

Keep an eye out for vlog posts (under Latest News) and updates on this page to learn more about this exciting conference and how you can be a part of it!

Lorrie Shank, Liaison
DSA 2025 Kansas City Local Committee
dsa2025liaison@deafseniors.us

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Pre-Conference Tours

The DSA 2025 Local Committee is excited to share that will have four pre-conference tours. We are currently working on pricing and tour schedules which will be announced in few months. If you have questions about the tours below, send an email to dsa2025tours@deafseniors.us (Micki Keck).

Museum of Deaf History, Arts and Culture in Olathe, Kansas

Museum of Deaf History, Arts and Culture (www.museumofdeaf.org) — The MDHAC was founded in 1988 when a group of Kansans recognized the need to designate a public location to share resources about Deaf people and their history. The MDHAC opened in 2001 in Olathe, Kansas, across the street from the Kansas School for the Deaf as the first independently-run nonprofit museum about Deaf people that is not affiliated with any educational or government entity. MDHAC’s mission is to advance and preserve knowledge about Deaf people, their languages, cultures, and experiences in the U.S and around the world.

Harry S. Truman Presidential Library & Museum

Harry S. Truman Presidential Library & Museum (www.trumanlibrary.gov) — Established in 1957 to preserve the official papers, books, and other historical materials relating to former U.S. President Harry S. Truman and to make them available to the public in a place suitable for exhibit and research.  Consistently ranked among the top tourism destinations in the Kansas City region, no visit to America’s heartland is complete without a trip to this library and museum. 

Negro Leagues Baseball Museum

Negro Leagues Baseball Museum (www.nlbm.com) — The NLBM is dedicated to honoring the extensive legacy of African-American baseball and its influence on the social fabric of America. Founded in 1990, this nonprofit organization serves as a beacon of remembrance and celebration within the vibrant tapestry of Kansas City, Missouri’s Historic 18th & Vine Jazz District. The museum is located two blocks from the historic Paseo YMCA, where visionary Andrew ‘Rube’ Foster laid the foundation for the Negro National League in 1920.

National World War I Museum & Memorial

National WWI Museum and Memorial (www.theworldwar.org) — This museum has its roots in the Liberty Memorial Association formed right after World War I. Recognizing its significance, the U.S. Congress designated it as the National WWI Museum and Memorial in 2004. This led to the construction of a large museum and research center, which opened to the public in 2006. Since then, it has welcomed over two million visitors. In 2008, Frank Buckles, the last surviving WWI veteran, visited the museum. The U.S. Congress reaffirmed the museum’s status in 2014, further solidifying its significance as a national institution.

Combo Registration

Combo Registration

The DSA 2025 Conference is an event that you won't want to miss! Our conference is designed to provide a platform for Deaf seniors to come together, learn important information, and form meaningful connections with others. Register now to take advantage of our early bird combo rate and save on your registration – the deadline is December 31, 2024, so don't delay!

Schedule

We’ve put together a tentative schedule that highlights key DSA 2025 Conference events and activities. Click the link below to preview what to expect, and check back periodically for updates.

Call for Workshop Proposals

Are you eager to share your knowledge and experience? We invite you to submit a proposal for our upcoming DSA 2025 Conference workshops! This is your opportunity to lead meaningful sessions, spark insightful discussions, and enrich the lives of our attendees. Discover more about how to submit your workshop proposal by following the link below.

Sponsorship, Advertising & Exhibit Opportunities

Interested in showcasing your products and services at the DSA 2025 Conference? We offer various opportunities to become a key sponsor, place an advertisement, or set up an exhibit to fit your goals. Discover more about how you can get involved and maximize your impact by following the link below.

Lodging

For details on booking guest room reservations at the Kansas City Marriott Downtown Hotel from August 2-7, 2025 (check out on the morning of the 8th) please click the button below. Hotel accommodations on August 1-2, 2025 for those joining pre-conference tours will be made available soon.

Who's Attending

Curious about who you'll be connecting with at the DSA 2025 Conference? Check out this growing list of attendees, exhibitors, workshop leaders, and sponsors. Use it to plan your time, reconnect with friends, or expand your network. Please note: We only include people who have given us permission.

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