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Real Places 2026—Early-Bird Registration Now Open!

Join us April 8–10, 2026, for the 10th annual Real Places Conference, presented by the Friends of the Texas Historical Commission in partnership with Phoenix I Restoration and Construction, LLC.

🎉 A milestone year calls for celebration and special programming—don’t miss it!

🔍 What to Expect

• 100+ expert presenters from Texas and beyond
• 50+ sessions, workshops, tours, and special activities
• Keynote addresses from renowned speakers
• Premier networking with preservation and heritage tourism professionals
• Opening Reception and cocktail hour
• Academic Poster Session and Happy Hour
• THC Awards Banquet and keynote address
• Earn continuing education credits from the American Institute of Architects, American Planning Association, and Texas Education Agency

Check out the full schedule.

📍or 💻? Choose How You Attend

• In-Person at Renaissance Austin Hotel
• Virtual from anywhere—includes live streams plus 60-day replay access (in-person also includes 60-day replay access)

🔀 Registration Options

Premium Plus

• New this year!
• All sessions and events—plus one pre-conference workshop or tour of your choice
• All meals included

Premium

• All sessions and events (except pre-conference workshops)
• All meals included

Basic

• Full access to sessions and events (except pre-conference workshops)
• Meals on your own (save $100 or more)
• Walkable dining options nearby

💸 Save Big with Early-Bird Rates

• Save up to $210—offer ends December 5
• Additional discounts for students, Courthouse Stewards, and group registrations
• Single-day and a la carte pricing available
• Limited scholarships and hotel stipends for qualified applicants

🕒 Register Now, Pay Later

• Lock in the early-bird rate now
• Choose “Invoice Me” at checkout—perfect for organizations needing processing time
• *Only available for government and nonprofit employees

Thanks to our 2026 Featured Sponsors!