When and Where Is the ABS Learning Seminars Event?

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The American Bonsai Society (ABS) lists its next Learning Seminars for March 11–14, 2027, in New Orleans. The event is part of ABS's education programs, and the site provides a registration entry point and a downloadable brochure. Registration is not described as open yet; the homepage highlights a separate "REGISTRATION OPENING SEPTEMBER 12!" notice without naming the event, so treat that date as a signal to check back rather than a confirmed opening for the 2027 seminars.

Event Details at a Glance

Item Detail
Event ABS Learning Seminars 2027
Dates March 11–14, 2027
Location New Orleans
Program type ABS education program
Registration Registration link and brochure download available on the site
Brochure Downloadable from the homepage

The homepage presents the seminars with the line "Keep your calendar open for the ABS 2027 Learning Seminars, March 11-14 in New Orleans!" and a "Learn More!" link. The registration block on the same page offers "Registration" and "Download Brochure" links, presented by Underhill Bonsai.

How to Register or Get the Brochure

  1. Go to americanbonsaisociety.org.
  2. Find the registration notice near the top of the homepage ("REGISTRATION OPENING SEPTEMBER 12!").
  3. Use the Registration link to reach the sign-up entry, and Download Brochure to get the program details before committing.
  4. If registration is not yet live when you visit, return after the announced opening date or check the site's newsletter and member communications for updates.

Expected result: you either complete registration or obtain the brochure with the schedule and session information needed to plan travel to New Orleans.

Who Should Watch for the Opening Date

The seminars sit alongside other ABS education offerings such as the ABS Award of Merit, the New Talent Contest, and the John Naka award. If you are deciding whether the 2027 seminars fit your plans:

  • Plan around the dates first. March 11–14, 2027 is a fixed window; confirm your availability before registration opens so you can act quickly.
  • Use the brochure as your decision document. It is the site's own source for program content, so read it before registering rather than relying on the homepage summary.
  • Check membership value separately. ABS membership benefits listed on the site include BONSAI: The Journal of the American Bonsai Society, a monthly email newsletter, care guides and articles, education materials, learning seminars, the new talent competition, and the John Naka award. Whether members get registration priority or discounts is not stated on the page, so verify with ABS directly.

Common Snags

  • Confusing the two notices. The "REGISTRATION OPENING SEPTEMBER 12!" banner does not name the 2027 seminars. Do not assume it is the seminar registration date without confirming on the registration page.
  • Assuming the event is free or open without login. The site does not state pricing or access terms for the seminars; check the registration page and brochure for costs and requirements.
  • Missing updates. The site points to a monthly email newsletter as a member benefit; subscribing is the stated way to receive ongoing announcements.

For anyone weighing a first ABS event, the practical sequence is: note the dates, download the brochure, then register when the entry goes live.