Frequently Asked Questions
What time does the annual meeting and exhibition open?
The meeting opens with the Welcome Reception on Saturday, May 4, 2013, at 5:30 p.m.
The Hall of Exhibits is located at the John B. Hynes Veterans Memorial Convention Center, 900 Boylston Street, Boston, MA, 02115, USA; phone, 617.954.2000.
Are meals included?
Meals are included only with certain ticketed events. Please see the Preliminary Program for a listing of ticketed events.
How can I get to the venue?
What about accommodations?
Where do I collect my badge?
When you arrive, you may pick up your badge and meeting materials at the MLA Registration Desk at the convention center. Registration hours
Please report to the MLA Registration Desk if you mislay your badge.
Do I have to preselect the meeting sessions that I want to attend?
No, the registration packages allow entry to all sessions and exhibits. The exception is continuing education (CE) courses, which must be purchased separately.
When are the continuing education courses?
CE courses will be held May 3, May 4, and May 8.
How can I get an exhibits-only pass?
An exhibits-only pass allows entry only to the Hall of Exhibits from Sunday to Tuesday. It is for spouses, significant others, and persons working outside the profession. It does not provide admission to the Saturday Welcome Reception, plenary sessions, or meeting programming, or access to online meeting content. Exhibit-only passes are sold onsite at the MLA Registration Desk.
Are continuing education courses included with registration?
No, CE courses are not included. CE course fees vary. CE course listing.
What happens if I have to cancel?
Can I transfer my registration?
Yes, registration is transferable. MLA will honor written requests to transfer meeting registration or CE registration to another person.
