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The American Indian Tourism Conference, scheduled for September 16-19, 2019 at the Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Tulsa, is organized by AIANTA and hosted by Cherokee Nation.

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Artisans to Display Their Works During AITC

Artisans at the AITC Native Art Show include award-winning craftspeople, many of which are featured in the nation’s top galleries and museums.

Why Attend AITC Tulsa

The annual American Indian Tourism Conference, the only national conference dedicated to travel and tourism in Indian Country, connects tribal leaders and tourism enterprises with tourism and hospitality professionals to help grow tourism in tribal communities throughout the United States.

AIANTA Welcomes New Leadership

Sherry L. Rupert, formerly AIANTA’s Board President, will assume the role of AIANTA Executive Director and Board Member Emerson Vallo has been elected Board President.

Keeping Our Traditions Strong for a Brighter Future

Native American communities are working hard to ensure the next generation holds their culture in their hearts and in their hands. Tribal Elders are teaching the next generation the ways of their ancestors.

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Members of the AIANTA staff and Board of Directors are excited to speak at your industry event.

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From the AIANTA Blog

Best Tribal Destinations Recognized at AITC

Best Tribal Destinations Recognized at AITC

Coeur d’Alene Casino Resort, Alaska Native Heritage Center and Isleta Resort and Casino recognized as the best in Indian Country tourism

AIANTA to Host First Tribal Tourism Information Gathering Session

AIANTA to Host First Tribal Tourism Information Gathering Session

AIANTA's first-ever Tribal Tourism Information Gathering Session seeks public input from tribes and the tribal tourism industry about successful cultural heritage programs and the barriers to fully implementing those initiatives.

AITC 2019 Speakers

AITC 2019 Speakers

AITC brings together dozens of nationally and internationally recognized expert speakers, who provide insights from the tourism industry and Indian Country.

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Education & Training

Technical assistance and training is the heartbeat of our work at AIANTA. We provide general and tailored technical assistance, training and education in a variety of ways.

International Outreach

AIANTA plays a critical role in supporting the National Travel and Tourism Strategy to bring more visitors to the United States, especially in our participation at trade shows internationally and domestically, to promote tourism in Indian Country.

Membership

Through AIANTA membership, tribes, the tourism industry and other partners form a dynamic network of shared experiences, resources and support.