# Event Details - **Event Name**: 56th Annual Native American Critical Issues Conference - **Event Start and End Date**: Thu, 05 Mar, 2026 at 01:00 pm – Sat, 07 Mar, 2026 at 05:00 pm - **Event Description**: Get ready for the 56th MIEC Conference - a gathering to discuss important topics impacting Native Education in Michigan and beyond.About this EventWelcome to the 56th Annual Native American Critical Issues Conference!Date: March 5-7, 2026Location: Firekeepers Casino and Hotel, Battle Creek, MICost: $150 (plus Eventbrite fees)Join us for 3 conference tracks, includingGeneral Tracks, for the general public and professionalsYouth Track, for young students who might be involved in NASOPlenary sessionsBreakout sessionsVendor BoothsPre-conference event and receptionNetworking and meals for time to connect with other attendeesJoin us as we gather in-person in Battle Creek, homelands of the Nottawaseppi Huron Band of the Potawatomi (NHBP), to send a message to future generations.Prepaid RegistrationsOrganizations may prepay for a specific number of registrations for the conference. All prepaid registrations are non-refundable and non-transferable. Prepaid registrations will receive a promo code to apply at registration and each attendee’s information must be submitted through the registration system. Contact mieconference@gmail.com to coordinate with us.Vendor RegistrationTo become an approved vendor, you must first complete this year's application and be approved. Approved vendors will be contacted, at which time the $200 vendor fee is due.SponsorshipPlease consider sponsoring our conference. Visit our donation platform, Givebutter, or submit a check by mail. Contact miecconference@gmail.com with questions and materials. https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events4/banners/e26d9920-beef-11f0-b012-77968f1f9f74-rimg-w1110-h740-dcd4c076-gmir.jpg https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events8/banners/e2e2f030-beef-11f0-bd69-2fb70445d7e4-rimg-w1110-h740-dcecf2f4-gmir.jpg https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events1/banners/e3623250-beef-11f0-88a8-8ff6fae1b638-rimg-w493-h740-dcbea17b-gmir.jpg https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events6/banners/e3bc6040-beef-11f0-b012-77968f1f9f74-rimg-w1110-h740-dcc7a65f-gmir.jpg - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/battle-creek/56th-annual-native-american-critical-issues-conference/100001853608044559 - **Event Categories**: business, conferences, music, entertainment, nonprofit - **Interested Audience**: - total_interested_count: 0 ## Ticket Details - **Ticket Price Range**: min: 161.9, max: 161.9, currency: USD ## Event venue details - **city**: Battle Creek - **state**: MI - **country**: United States - **location**: FireKeepers Casino Hotel - **lat**: 42.2968444 - **long**: -85.0754547 - **full address**: FireKeepers Casino Hotel, 11177 East Michigan Avenue, Battle Creek, United States ## Event gallery - **Alt text**: 56th Annual Native American Critical Issues Conference - **Image URL**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events7/banners/bdba05cbec98f5adb9f8247da05af777cca132db880c7f7c0307ed679aa7029b-rimg-w1200-h600-dcbec3c6-gmir.jpg?v=1762859809 ## FAQs - **Q**: When and where is 56th Annual Native American Critical Issues Conference being held? - **A:** 56th Annual Native American Critical Issues Conference takes place on Thu, 05 Mar, 2026 at 01:00 pm to Sat, 07 Mar, 2026 at 05:00 pm at FireKeepers Casino Hotel, 11177 East Michigan Avenue, Battle Creek, United States. - **Q**: How much do tickets cost for 56th Annual Native American Critical Issues Conference? - **A:** Tickets for 56th Annual Native American Critical Issues Conference are priced at USD 162 per person. Here's a full breakdown of available ticket types:Ticket TypePriceAvailabilityGeneral AdmissionUSD 162 + USD 12 feeAvailableYouth AdmissionUSD 162 + USD 12 feeAvailable - **Q**: Who is organizing 56th Annual Native American Critical Issues Conference? - **A:** 56th Annual Native American Critical Issues Conference is organized by Michigan Indian Education Council. - **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me? - **A:** 56th Annual Native American Critical Issues Conference is ideal for professionals, entrepreneurs, startup founders, and networking enthusiasts eager to grow their connections. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in Battle Creek, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. 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