OVERVIEW
Get ready for history in the making! This October, the Theodore Roosevelt Association’s 107th Annual Meeting will team up with the Theodore Roosevelt Center’s 21st Annual Symposium for an unforgettable event — the first-ever Theodore Roosevelt Convention (#TeddyCon)!
Hosted at the brand-new Theodore Roosevelt Presidential Library in Medora, North Dakota on October 9-11, 2026, #TeddyCon will capture the spirit of our theme, “Looking Back, Moving Forward.”
More than 300 attendees— historians, educators, public officials, conservationists, and enthusiasts — will come together to celebrate the past and shape the future.
Looking back, we honor his legacy. Moving forward, we carry his spirit.
REGISTRATION
Reserve your place at #TeddyCon—an unforgettable gathering of historians, scholars, and enthusiasts. Explore flexible registration options all designed to deliver exceptional value and easy access to this landmark event.
Adult Admission: $350 (Full Access to Sessions, Tours, Meals, Exhibit Hall, and Receptions)
Student/Youth Admission: $200 (same benefits, perfect for emerging TR enthusiasts)
PRELIMINARY PROGRAM (Subject to Change)
Friday, October 9, 2026
9:00am - 10:00am: Registration @ Theodore Roosevelt Presidential Library
10:00am - 10:45am: Opening Ceremony
11:00am - 12:30pm: Authors Panel (Speakers TBA)
12:30pm - 1:30pm: Lunch
1:30pm - 5:30pm: Exhibit Hall & Tours: Elkhorn Ranch, Theodore Roosevelt Presidential Library, Theodore Roosevelt National Park, Chateau, Maah Daah Hey Trail
6:00pm: Keynote Address #1 (Speaker TBA)
7:00pm - 9:30pm: Welcome Reception & Dinner
Saturday, October 10, 2026
10:00am - 10:30am: State of the Field
11:00am - 12:30pm: The Badlands: Past, Present, and Future Panel (Speakers TBA)
12:30pm - 1:30pm: Lunch
1:30pm - 5:30pm: Exhibit Hall & Tours: Elkhorn Ranch, Theodore Roosevelt Presidential Library, Theodore Roosevelt National Park, Chateau, Maah Daah Hey Trail, St. Mary’s Church (Mass at 4:00pm)
2:00pm - 3:00pm: TRA Board Meeting
7:00pm - 9:30pm: Awards Gala Reception & Keynote #2 (Speaker TBA)
Sunday, October 11, 2026
9:00am - 10:30am: Live "Talk About Teddy Podcast" Session
10:30pm - 2:00pm: Exhibit Hall
*More Information Coming Soon!
HOST HOTELS
Rough Rider Hotel (Medora, ND)
Named for the volunteer cavalry led by America’s 26th President, the Rough Riders Hotel welcomes you with a grand hearth, tin-tiled ceiling, and one of the largest private libraries of books by and about Theodore Roosevelt. Rooms are adorned with a touch of the West, the right amount of luxury, and walk-in showers marked by the brands of Roosevelt. If 1880s nostalgia is your thing, ask for one of our historic rooms where it’s rumored the President himself may have delivered a speech from the balcony!
Rates: $239 to $349 per night
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Badlands Motel (Medora, ND)
Western-themed furnishings, flat-screen TVs, and mini-fridges, the Badlands Motel has the right mix of amenities for your Medora excursion. With the outdoor pool, NEW Point to Point Park activities, children’s park, and the best Medora shops just steps from your pillow, the Badlands Motel is the perfect spot for city slicker and cowboy alike!
Rates: $189 to $289 per night
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Hotel 1883 (Opening Summer 2026 in Medora, ND)
Steps from the Theodore Roosevelt Presidential Library, Hotel 1883 places you in the heart of the North Dakota Badlands with room to slow down and settle in. Comfortable rooms feature large windows that open to sweeping views of the Badlands and the National Park.
Rates: $270 to $303 per night
*Please note that signing up for notifications does not guarantee you will receive a room. You will be notified via email when bookings become available. Bookings will be handled on a first come, first served basis.
TownePlace Suites by Marriott (Dickinson, ND)
Enjoy recreational amenities such as an indoor pool and a fitness center. Additional features include complimentary wireless internet access, a picnic area, barbeque grills, business center, newspapers in the lobby, and dry cleaning/laundry services. Free self-parking is available onsite. A complimentary continental breakfast is served on weekdays from 6:00 AM to 9:00 AM and on weekends from 7:00 AM to 9:30 AM. This hotel is 29.7 mi (47.8 km) from Theodore Roosevelt Presidential Library.
Rate: $89 per night
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SPONSORSHIPS
Don’t just attend history — be part of it. Become a sponsor and help bring #TeddyCon to life!
Presidential Sponsor: $20,000
10 Full Package Admissions
Premier logo placement on all event signage and digital materials
Prominent exhibit table in prime location
Dedicated mention and thank-you post on social media
Full-page ad in the Convention Program
Full-page ad in the TRA Journal
Verbal recognition during keynote sessions
Logo displayed on convention website homepage
Listing in both Program and TRA Journal as a Presidential Sponsor
Platinum Sponsor: $10,000
8 Full Package Admissions
Logo placement on all event signage and digital materials
Priority exhibit table placement
Mention on social media
Full-page ad in Convention Program
Half-page ad in the TRA Journal
Logo displayed on Convention website homepage
Listing in Program and TRA Journal as a Platinum Sponsor
Gold Sponsor: $7,500
5 Full Package Admissions
Logo placement on event signage
Exhibit table
Mention on social media
Half-page ad in Convention Program
Quarter-page ad in TRA Journal
Logo displayed on convention website homepage
Listing in Program and TRA Journal as a Gold Sponsor
Silver Sponsor: $5,000
3 Full Package Admissions
Company name listed on event signage
Exhibit table
Mention on social media
Quarter-page ad in Convention Program
Logo displayed on convention website homepage
Listing in both Convention Program and TRA Journal
Bronze Sponsor: $2,500
2 Full Package Admissions
Company name on event signage
Exhibit table
Mention on social media
Listing in both Convention Program and TRA Journal
Community Sponsor: $1,000
1 Full Package Admission
Company name on event signage
Mention on social media
Listing in both Convention Program and TRA Journal
Friend Sponsor: $500
Recognition on event signage
Mention on social media
Listing in both Convention Program and TRA Journal
*Registration Will Open Soon!
EXHIBITORS
Showcase your organization to a mission-driven audience, build relationships, and spark meaningful conversations.
All exhibitor packages include one full admission to #TeddyCon, exhibit space, and access to all general sessions and networking events —featuring more than 10 hours of dedicated engagement time during the three-day event.
Corporate Exhibitor Rate: $1,000
Nonprofit Exhibitor Rate: $750
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