September 18-20, 2026
Holiday Inn and Convention Center
110 2nd Ave, Kearney
Join us for our 5th annual Nebraska Women Veterans Symposium as we bring together Nebraska's women veterans, experts from state and federal VA agencies, veteran service organizations, veteran advocates, and more for a weekend of networking, education, and fun. Active duty, Reserves & National Guard are welcome!
Agenda
Lunch provided Saturday. VFW Post 759 hosting dinner Saturday 6-8pm.
Friday, Sept 18
- 4:00-6:00 pm - Early Check-in/Social Hour
Saturday, Sept 19
- 7:30-8:30 am - Check-in
- 8:30 am-5:30 pm - Symposium Day 1
- 6:00-8:00 pm - Dinner at Kearney VFW 759
- 7:00-9:00 pm - Movie/Game Night
Sunday, Sept 20
- 8:30 am-1:00 pm - Symposium Day 2
Presenters and Topics
- Keynote Speaker: TBD
- Nebraska Department of Veterans' Affairs - benefits and services
- Veterans Health Administration - healthcare and eligibility
- VA Women Veterans Program
- Veteran Readiness and Employment
- VA Whole Health
- Alcohol and Substance Abuse Prevention
- New Century Art Guild
- PTSD/Trauma
- Suicide Prevention
- MOVE Program
- Hanes Mobile Military Museum
- plus activities and more
Landscapes of Service
2026 Nebraska Women Veterans Symposium Art Display
The 2026 Nebraska Women Veterans Symposium will feature an art display with art created by symposium attendees. The main goal for this exhibit is to connect with other artists within our community while also sharing our stories and ideas.
The theme, Landscapes of Service, can be interpreted as: exploring the personal or abstract connection to the concept of service between ourselves, others, and country.
Submission Rules and Guidelines
- One submission is allowed per person.
- Anyone submitting artwork must be registered and able to attend the 2026 symposium to participate.
- Submission deadline is September 1st, 2026.
- Submissions for the following mediums are accepted: painting, drawing, 2D mixed media, textile/fiber arts.
- Due to safety and space constraints, sculpture and pottery will not be accepted for display.
- Maximum dimensions for artwork are 16 in x 20 in. Exceptions will be considered for textile and fiber arts.
- There will be a total of 20 artist spots available. All experience and skill levels are welcome to apply.
- All submissions must include one photo and the dimensions of your piece.
- Artists must be able to transport, set up, and remove their own displays.
- Artists must be able to provide their own easels. Special accommodations will be considered if needed. If necessary, you will need to submit a request with your submission.
If you have any questions, please contact Karen Silverstrand.
Thank You to Our Event Supporters
If you are interested in supporting the 2026 Nebraska Women Veterans' Symposium, please use our donation page.
- Overhouse
- Right at Home
- VFW Foundation
- Wounded Warriors Family Support