Communicable Disease Policy
SAMA is producing the 2023 Conference in partnership with the Stained Glass Association of America. This partnership includes adoption and support of their 2023 Communicable Disease Policy.
As guidance and regulations continue to change, we will update policies closer to the conference.
In the meantime, please refer to the following resources for current guidance:
- Centers for Disease Control – Travel page for travelers to the US
- World Health Organization (WHO)
- New York State – COVID19 Information
- City of Buffalo COVID19 Information
- Regency Hotel Buffalo travel, COVID19, and cancellation policies
Questions?
Please contact SGAA at info@stainedglass.org or 800-438-9581 with any questions about this policy or other conference related issues.
Refund – Cancellation Policy
Cancellations received between May 1 – June 30, 2022: $175 Cancellation Fee.
Remaining Registration fees including Workshops, Tours, Art Salon reservations, and Guest tickets to be refunded.
Cancellations received between July 1 – July 31: $300 Cancellation Fee.
Remaining Registration fees including Workshops, Tours, Art Salon reservations, and Guest tickets to be refunded.
Cancellations received between August 1 – September 1, 2023: $300 Cancellation Fee.
50% refund on Workshops and Seminars. Remaining Tour, Art Salon reservations, and Guest Tickets to be refunded.
After September 2nd, 2023, There Will Be NO REFUNDS Of Any Conference-Related Fees.
This Policy Does Not Apply To The Vendor Marketplace Booth Fees, Sponsorship Commitments, Membership Fees Or Any Products Or Publications In The SAMA Store.
The Stained Glass Association of America and The Society of American Mosaic Artists accept NO liability for any fees, penalties, or expenses related to prevention of attending the conference due to acts of God or government, or other emergencies beyond a party’s reasonable control make it illegal or impossible for such party to attend the event. This includes any airline cancellation penalty incurred by the purchase of a non-refundable ticket.
It is strongly recommended that all participants purchase Trip Cancellation, Emergency Medical Evacuation, Baggage, Accident, and Medical insurance from a reputable insurance company.