What are your current COVID-19 health and safety plans?
By what date do I need to be vaccinated by to participate in SAH 2022?
Which vaccines will you accept to participate in the conference?
How do I verify my COVID-19 vaccination?
Will I also need to provide proof of a COVID-19 booster shot?
Will exceptions to your COVID-19 vaccine requirement be accepted?
Will I have to wear a mask during SAH 2022?
Is social distancing in place at SAH 2022?
Will there be hand sanitizing stations at SAH 2022?
Where can I get tested for COVID-19 in Pittsburgh?
What are the COVID-19 protocols in Pittsburgh/Allegheny County?
Will there be other meetings/conferences at the Westin Pittsburgh during the time of SAH 2022?
What are your current COVID-19 health and safety plans?
Society of Architectural Historians will require all attendees, exhibitors, volunteers, and staff to provide proof of vaccination to participate in the SAH 2022 Annual International Conference. This includes all events/programming that take place at the Westin Pittsburgh, all off-site venues and all tours.
By what date do I need to be vaccinated by to participate in SAH 2022?
Participants are considered fully vaccinated two weeks (14 days) after they have completed either the second dose in a two-dose series (e.g. Pfizer, Moderna, AstraZeneca) or after a single dose of a one dose vaccine (e.g. Johnson & Johnson). Mixed vaccines will also be accepted (e.g. one dose of Moderna and one dose of Pfizer). Participants should complete their final vaccine by April 13, 2022, to be considered fully vaccinated for SAH 2022. For the safety of all attendees, we encourage all who are able/eligible to get a booster vaccine.
Which vaccines will you accept to participate in the conference?
We will accept WHO-approved vaccines, plus vaccines authorized or approved by the national health authority of the country where it was administered. The full list of accepted vaccines is as follows:
- Johnson & Johnson COVID-19 vaccine
- Moderna (mRNA-1273) COVID-19 vaccine
- Novavax COVID-19 vaccine
- Oxford/AstraZeneca COVID-19 vaccine
- Pfizer-BioNTech COVID-19 vaccine
- Sinopharm COVID-19 vaccine
- Sinovac COVID-19 vaccine
- Sputnik V COVID-19 vaccine
- CanSino COVID-19 vaccine
- Covaxin COVID-19 vaccine
- CoviVac COVID-19 vaccine
- Covishield (Serum Institute of India) COVID-19 vaccine
We will also accept a mix of two of the above vaccines (e.g. one dose of Moderna and one dose of Pfizer vaccines). If the vaccine you have received is not listed above, please contact us at info@sah.org for further clarification.
How do I verify my COVID-19 vaccination?
All attendees, exhibitors and volunteers must provide proof of full vaccination to enter the SAH 2022 conference. Please visit the SAH website here. SAH will be partnering with a verification system and once details are finalized, we will provide information on how to provide proof of vaccination.
Will I also need to provide proof of a COVID-19 booster shot?
No. Fully vaccinated is defined by the CDC as two weeks after a second dose in a two-dose series, or two weeks after a single-dose vaccine. For the safety of all attendees, we encourage all who are able/eligible to get a booster vaccine.
Will exceptions to your COVID-19 vaccine requirement be accepted?
No, we are unable to make any exceptions to the requirement to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19.
Will I have to wear a mask during SAH 2022?
Masks are required for all attendees, exhibitors, volunteers and staff of the Society of Architectural Historians and the Westin Pittsburgh while indoors.
Is social distancing in place at SAH 2022?
SAH is planning the conference to provide as much space as possible for the comfort and safety of participants.
Will there be hand sanitizing stations at SAH 2022?
SAH will have hand sanitizing stations throughout the designated SAH meeting spaces.
Where can I get tested for COVID-19 in Pittsburgh?
Information on COVID-19 testing can be found on the Allegheny County Health Department website here.
What are the COVID-19 protocols in Pittsburgh/Allegheny County?
Click here for information from the Allegheny County Health Department.
Will there be other meetings/conferences at the Westin Pittsburgh during the time of SAH 2022?
SAH will be the only meeting/conference within the confines of the Westin Pittsburgh.
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Registration
Who can attend the SAH Annual International Conference?
When will early registration open?
Why should I register early?
What does the full registration fee include?
Do you offer a Day Rate registration?
What does the Day Rate include?
When can I register for tours?
Can I register more than one person at a time?
I am a member of the Pittsburgh Chapter of SAH. Can I register at the SAH Member rate?
I am not a member of SAH, but my co-worker is a member and cannot attend. Can I use their membership to register at the member rate?
Will I receive a confirmation of my registration?
How do I add events to an existing registration?
How do I view my conference registration in the portal?
What if I can’t use a tour or special event ticket?
How do I receive credit for AIA/CES Learning Units?
Who can attend the SAH Annual International Conference?
The SAH Annual International Conference is open to all who share an interest in the history of architecture, landscapes, art, urbanism, sustainability, and design. SAH membership must be current
through May 1, 2022, to participate in the conference. If you have not yet joined or need to renew your membership, you can register for the conference as a new or renewing member. If your membership expires between your conference registration and the dates of the conference, you will not be able to attend until you
renew your membership.
When will early registration open?
Early registration will open at 3 pm CST on Tuesday,
January 11, 2022. Registration rates will increase on Tuesday, March 1, 2022.
Why should I register early?
Registration fees increase on Tuesday,
March 1, 2022. Registering early will save you money and also helps SAH determine how many members will be attending the conference. This helps us plan to have enough food for the receptions, buses for the events and tours, and chairs for the sessions. Tours sell out quickly, so we recommend registering as soon as possible to secure tickets for specific tours.
What does the full conference registration fee include?
The conference registration fee includes the following:
- Printed program book
- Attendee badge
- Access to all paper sessions
- Conference attendee roster
- Opening Social Hour
- Business meeting
- Introductory Address
- Exhibit area access
- Awards Ceremony
- Eduard F. Sekler Talk
Registered attendees will have the opportunity to register for a variety of receptions and tours. Please note that reservations are required for some events, even those included in the registration fee. This allows us to estimate the number of attendees so that we can provide enough seating and food and beverages.
Please see the
Registration page for conference events that require registration or ticket purchase.
Do you offer a Day Rate registration?
Day Rate registration is available onsite only during registration hours and may be purchased for either Thursday, April 28, OR Friday, April 29. Limit one day pass per person.
Non-members are welcome and can pay the selected membership rate during registration. A single-day ticket includes a one-day conference badge and access to the paper sessions and midday programs for that day. Receptions and tours offered on the selected single day are available for additional purchase at the posted rates.
What does the Day Rate include?
Day Rates include access to all paper sessions for the Day Rate purchased (either Thursday OR Friday). Day Rate registration will be sold onsite only.
When can I register for tours?
You may purchase tour tickets beginning at 3 pm CST on
January 11, 2022. SAH members are urged to register as early as possible to reserve a spot on their preferred tour(s). Tour tickets will be sold through
Eventbrite.
Can I register more than one person at a time?
Due to the limitations of our system, you can only register one person at a time for the conference. Our system requires a separate registration for each individual. Tickets for tours and public events will be sold through Eventbrite, and you may purchase multiple tickets at a time.
I am a member of the Pittsburgh Chapter of SAH. Can I register at the SAH Member rate?
Pittsburgh Chapter members who are also current members of SAH may register at the SAH Member rate. Those who are not current SAH members may register at the Pittsburgh Chapter Member rate, which includes a 1-year electronic SAH membership at a 20% discount.
I am not a member of SAH, but my co-worker is a member and cannot attend. Can I use their membership to register at the member rate?
Individual membership in SAH is not transferable. Non-members can register for the conference by choosing the rate that includes a one-year membership. Institutional (library) subscribers may designate up to two employees of their department to register for the conference. The institution’s subscription must be current
through May 1, 2022, and the department members must be approved in advance by the main contact of that institution’s membership.
Will I receive a confirmation of my registration?
After registering online, you will receive an email confirmation at the address you registered with. If it does not appear within one hour of registration, please make sure it did not get routed to your junk mail or spam folder. You can review your registration online in the portal by following these instructions.
How do I add events to an existing registration?
Follow these steps:
- Log onto the SAH website
- Hover your curser over Membership and navigate to the “Member Portal” link
- Select “Member Portal”, then “Events”
- Select “My Events”
- Look for your “75th Annual International Conference” order. You may need to click on the down arrow to view more events if you have multiple Event Registrations. Once you find it click on the down arrow on the far-right side of that row.
- At the very bottom of that page under “Other Options:” click on “Change Sessions”.
- Proceed with adding to your order.
How do I view my conference registration in the portal?
You can view your event registrations through the portal by following these instructions.
What if I can’t use a tour or special event ticket?
You may cancel a tour or special event ticket via Eventbrite up to 7 days before the event starts and automatically a refund will be issued. If you wish to transfer a ticket to someone else please see instructions
here on how to do so.
How do I receive credit for AIA/CES Learning Units?
The Society of Architectural Historians is registered with the American Institute of Architects' Continuing Education System (AIA/CES) to provide learning units for participation in various conference events including the paper sessions, tours, and SAH Pittsburgh Seminar. To receive the correct number of learning units for your transcript, please provide your AIA member number on the conference registration form. Upon check-in you will be given a participation form to be completed and returned to the SAH Check-In/Information Desk at the conclusion of the conference.
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Cancelations & Refunds
If I have to cancel my registration, what do I need to do?
What if I can’t use a tour ticket? Can I get a refund?
Will I be refunded if I have to cancel my room reservation?
What if my travel plans are unexpectedly interrupted or canceled?
If I have to cancel my registration, what do I need to do?
All cancellations MUST be in writing. Cancellations must be submitted to the SAH office at
info@sah.org, or via mail to Society of Architectural Historians, 1365 N. Astor St., Chicago, IL 60610-2144.
Cancellations received on or before
April 15, 2022, will be refunded the basic registration fee less a $50 administrative fee. There will be no refunds after April 15, 2022. Refunds (less administrative fees) will be processed by June 1, 2022, to the credit card used during the registration process.
What if I can’t use a tour ticket? Can I get a refund?
You may cancel a tour or special event ticket via Eventbrite up to 7 days before the event starts and automatically a refund will be issued. If you wish to transfer a ticket to someone else please see instructions
here on how to do so.
Will I be refunded if I have to cancel my room reservation?
The Westin Pittsburgh has its own individual cancellation policy. Please review that policy before confirming your reservation.
What if my travel plans are unexpectedly interrupted or canceled?
SAH strongly recommends you purchase travel insurance. We suggest that you speak with your homeowner’s insurance agent or investigate one of several travel insurance companies offering coverage. SAH does not recommend or endorse these agencies, but provides examples for your convenience.
Travelex Insurance Services –
travelexinsurance.com
USI Travel Insurance Services –
travelinsure.com
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Hotel & Travel
What hotel has been reserved for the conference?
Will I be refunded if I have to cancel my room reservation?
What if my travel plans are unexpectedly interrupted or canceled?
Will transportation be provided during the conference?
Do you need a letter of invitation for your employer or to obtain a visa?
What hotel have been reserved for the conference?
The Westin Pittsburgh is the official conference hotel. SAH members receive a discounted rate of $169 per night when booking in the conference room block. Attendees are encouraged to book as soon as possible to secure accommodations at the conference rate. As soon as the reservation link is available, we will let you know.
Will I be refunded if I have to cancel my room reservation?
The Westin Pittsburgh has its own individual cancellation policy. Please review that policy before confirming your reservation.
What if my travel plans are unexpectedly interrupted or canceled?
SAH strongly recommends you purchase travel insurance. We suggest that you speak with your homeowner’s insurance agent or investigate one of several travel insurance companies offering coverage. SAH does not recommend or endorse these agencies, but provides examples for your convenience.
Travelex Insurance Services –
travelexinsurance.com
USI Travel Insurance Services –
travelinsure.com
Will transportation be provided during the conference?
Ground transportation will only be provided for tours and events as noted in the program.
Do you need a letter of invitation for your employer or to obtain a visa?
If you need a letter of invitation for your employer or a letter to obtain a visa, it is SAH policy that you first register for the conference. After you register, please submit a request for a letter to Christopher Kirbabas at
ckirbabas@sah.org. Please provide any details required for the letter.
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Conference Venue
Is Wi-Fi available at the Westin Pittsburgh?
Is Wi-Fi available at the Westin Pittsburgh?
The Westin Pittsburgh offers free wireless internet throughout the entire facility. SAH will provide attendees with instructions on connecting to Wi-Fi.
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Tours
Who can register for tours?
When can I register for tours?
Can I register more than one person at a time?
Is there a wait list for sold out tours?
What if I can’t use a tour ticket? Can I get a refund?
Where do I meet my tour group?
How is tour capacity determined?
Who can register for tours?
Tours are open to the public. You do not have to be a member to register for tours and public programs.
When can I register for tours?
You may purchase tour tickets beginning at 3 pm CST on January 11, 2022. SAH members are urged to register as early as possible to reserve a spot on their preferred tour(s). Tour tickets will be sold through Eventbrite.
Can I register more than one person at a time?
For tours and public events, which will be sold through Eventbrite, you may purchase multiple tickets.
Is there a wait list for sold out tours?
There is no wait list for tours that have sold out.
What if I can’t use a tour ticket? Can I get a refund?
You may cancel a tour or special event ticket via Eventbrite up to 7 days before the event starts and automatically a refund will be issued. If you wish to transfer a ticket to someone else please see instructions here on how to do so.
Where do I meet my tour group?
Tours will depart from the Lobby Level of the Westin Pittsburgh. Look for the “Tours Meet Here” signs. Volunteers will check you in before turning you over to the tour leader(s). Times noted for each tour indicate the time the tour will depart from and return to the hotel.
How is tour capacity determined?
Tour capacity is determined by the maximum capacity the tour sites can accommodate, not by the number of seats on the motor coach/bus. Consideration is also given to ensure that SAH members receive the highest quality tour experience.
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