Creativation® by NAMTA

Education | May 15 -16, 2026
Trade Show | May 17 - 19, 2026
St. Louis, MO | America's Center Convention Complex

The can't-miss trade show for the creative materials industry.
Creativation® brings together fine art and craft materials suppliers, retailers, and creative professionals.

Registration for Creativation 2026 Coming Soon

 Travel Information  |  Networking Events  |  Information for Exhibitors | Creativation 2025 Schedule


 WHY ATTEND?



Education sessions

  


150+
international exhibitors

Learn hands-on techniques and business insights for creative professionals and art materials retailers of all sizes.

2026 Education Schedule Coming Soon

  

Network one-on-one on the trade show floor, plus enjoy first looks and live demos of the latest fine arts and crafts products.

2026 Exhibiting Companies

 

ENTERTAINMENT & NETWORKING 

2026 Schedule Coming Soon

 "The relationships we were able to nurture and the creativity we were able to experience allows us to gain the knowledge we need to be the best we can for our customers."

 

— Brick and mortar retailer

GETTING TO CREATIVATION®

 

Discounted Air Travel

Alaska Airlines is please to offer a 7% discount for Creativation® attendees.

Southwest Airlines discount information is forthcoming.

  

Discounted Air Travel

Delta Air Lines is pleased to offer special discounts for NAMTA. Click here to make your reservation! You may also call Conferences and Events® at 1.800.328.1111* Monday–Friday, 8:00 a.m. – 6:30 p.m. (EST) and refer to Meeting Event Code NY3EA

  

Hotel Accommodations

The headquarters hotel for Creativation® by NAMTA 2026 is Marriott St. Louis Grand located at 800 Washington Avenue, St. Louis, MO 63101. Details and Booking Coming Soon.

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Thank You to Our Creativation® by NAMTA 2025 Sponsors
 

Learn about Sponsorship Opportunities

 

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

Is Creativation® open to the public?
Creativation by NAMTA is open to the trade only. Learn more about our membership categories.

How much is registration for Creativation®?
Registration is free for current NAMTA members; if you are a member, registration opening date will be announced in the Fall. There is a fee for registration for nonmembers to attend Creativation®; contact NAMTA for more information.

Is the trade show floor open on Education Days?
Only for exhibitor setup. Education days are for members and attendees who want to attend product workshops and business seminars.

Are kids allowed on the Trade Show floor?
Children under the age of 16 are not allowed on the Trade Show floor. See all show policies

Does NAMTA offer scooter rentals during Creativation dates?
There is no scooter rental onsite at the Seattle Convention Center. Rentals will need to be made in advance with either company listed: 
Scootaround 888-441-7575 scootaround.com/en/seattle 
Wheels for Feet 425-256-2882 https://wheelsforfeet.com/

If you have any additional questions, contact us at [email protected].

 

INFORMATION FOR EXHIBITORS