In the Exhibit Hall

Ribbon Cutting & Exhibits Opening Reception

Immediately following the Opening General Session, the exhibit hall will be open. The ribbon cutting ceremony will feature a brief welcome from ALA and local dignitaries. The opening of the exhibits will include food, drink and entertainment through the exhibit hall. This gives exhibitors and attendees their first chance to network as the exhibits kick-off.

Exhibits

With over 800 exhibiting organizations and multiple live stages featuring the hottest authors, chefs, artists and poets, the exhibit floor is an integral part of the education that takes place at the Annual Conference. The exhibits give attendees the opportunity to explore the breadth and depth of library products, services, books and online services and the tools and technologies available in today's libraries. View the Exhibitor List.  

Exhibit Hours

Small Press/Product Area

The Small Press/Product Area in the exhibits is often where new and independent presses launch their latest titles. This area also serves as a jumping off point where new vendors introduce themselves to the library community.

Search for emerging titles, products and services in specialized pavilions

With more than 15 specialty topics, you can easily find the latest information and experts in theme pavilions on the exhibit floor. Read more...

Artist Alley

From children's books to graphic novels, Artist Alley includes the best from all genres. See original artwork by today's leading illustrators.

Zine Pavilion

Zines offer a unique way for libraries to expand their print connections and connect with their communities in a time when so much of our work is going digital. Handmade publications that can cover any subject, many zines represent perspectives rarely covered in other print media. Their celebration of print culture may seem anachronistic, but zines offer a range of programming opportunities for youth and adults alike. This pavilion in the exhibits will include Zine creators, librarians who manage zine collections and a display of topical zines which will be raffled off to a library at the close of the exhibits. A variety of other Zine programs are planned including a pre-conference and a Zine 101 session.

Live Stages with a variety of leading personalities

LIVE @ your Library Reading Stage

In the Exhibit Hall on Saturday, Sunday and Monday take a break from a day of meetings and programs and stop by the LIVE! @ your Library Reading Stage. Enjoy readings from new and favorite authors, learn how to develop author programs for your library, and find new recommendations for your patrons. The stage will run Saturday and Sunday from 11:00am - 4:00pm, and on Monday from 10:00am - 12:30pm. Click here for schedule.

What's Cooking @ ALA Cooking Demonstration Stage

The Cookbook Pavilion will be heating up the exhibit floor with fantastic displays of the latest cookbooks. Chefs will be there everyday to prepare the hottest recipes on the Demonstration  Stage and to autograph their latest books. Click here for schedule and details!

The PopTop Stage - Popular Topics, Every Day

The PopTop Stage will focus on extremely popular librarian favorites: Mystery, Zines, Romance, Technology and Travel. The PopTop Stage will feature readings, discussions, and presentations over the course of the exhibits. Click here for schedule and details!

Graphic Novel/Gaming Stage

Hear from authors, illustrators and creators of the hottest games and graphic novels. Click here for schedule.

Meet the Authors

Where else will you have the opportunity to meet over 400 authors other than the ALA exhibits? Appearing live in booths throughout the exhibits, authors will be available for an autograph, photo or a chat. Click here for the Meet the Authors schedule.

Poster Sessions

The 2012 ALA Annual Poster Sessions will be held at the ALA Annual Conference in Anaheim, CA (Saturday and Sunday of the Conference.) They are an effective forum for the exchange of information and a means to communicate ideas, research, and programs. Poster sessions may present any of the following: 

• a description of an innovative library program
• an analysis of a practical problem-solving effort
• a report of a research study

This year, the ALA poster session will occur:

• Saturday: 11:00 - 12:30, 1:00 - 2:30, and 3:00 - 4:30
• Sunday: 11:00 - 12:30, 1:00 - 2:30, and 3:00 - 4:30
• There will be no poster sessions on Monday.

Exhibitor List

Find award-winning products at the ALA Store

The ALA Store, offering all of your promotional and continuing education needs at the 2012 Annual Conference, will be located on the Exhibit Floor.

ALA Membership Pavilion

The ALA Membership Pavilion is a favorite stop in the exhibits. Learn how membership can enhance your career, connect with your colleagues from around the world, and help you improve library services to your community. For our newest members, meet colleagues from the New Members Round Table who will help you find ways to get more involved in the association, supporting your career and the rest of the provession through membership. ALA staff is ready to help answer your questions about your membership and ALA. With information and displays from every ALA division, round table and office, the ALA Membership Pavilion is your one-stop place to learn.

Internet Room

The Internet Room is located in the Exhibit Hall and is open during exhibition hours only. The room is managed by ALA's Internet Steering Committee and staffed with volunteers.

Post Office

The United States Postal Service will be on hand to take care of your shipping needs offering Priority Mail service exclusively. Check the Post Office location on-site for daily hours.

Exhibits Closing & Wrap Up/Rev Up Celebration

Join us Monday afternoon to close the exhibits and rev up for the 2013 Midwinter Meeting in Seattle. Starting in the exhibits hall there will be discount sales and exhibitors will be offering special giveaways in their booths. The Exhibits Closing will be followed by the Wrap Up/Rev Up party. Come enjoy live music on the Wrap Up/Rev Up stage. The party will feature plenty of raffle prizes and fun.