Okay, information pros and library legends—this one’s for you. The Medical Library Association (MLA) Annual Meeting 2025 is officially headed to Pittsburgh, and let us tell you… it’s going to be more than just stacks of journals and symposiums.
📍 When: April 30 – May 2, 2025
📍 Where: David L. Lawrence Convention Center
📚 Who: Over 1,000 medical librarians, health info professionals, and tech innovators
This is the premier gathering for health science librarians and information specialists, and it’s where innovation meets inspiration. Whether you work in academia, clinical settings, research institutions, or public health, this conference has something for everyone.
So, what’s happening?
🧠 Educational sessions with cutting-edge research
🤝 Networking with colleagues from across the globe
🛍️ Exhibits full of new tools and technologies
📣 Discussions on the future of healthcare information access
It’s where metadata gets glamorous and literature searching is a superpower. (We see you, MeSH pros!) Not to mention, you’ll walk away with fresh ideas, new collaborators, and maybe even a few librarian-themed tote bags.
🛌 Need a Place to Recharge?
Look no further than Rivers and Steel City Home—your peaceful retreat just minutes from the Convention Center. We’re all about clean design, cozy comfort, and local charm. After a full day of deep-dive sessions, return to your space, kick off your shoes, and relax like a true Pittsburgher.
Coffee shops and cool eats? Right around the corner. Walkable city views? Absolutely. Free bookmarks? Okay, maybe not, but we do have good vibes and strong Wi-Fi.
Things to Do Between Sessions
• Grab lunch from a food truck by the river
• Visit the Carnegie Library if you want bonus library vibes
• Stroll through Point State Park for a scenic brain break
• Geek out at the Heinz History Center (yes, it’s more than ketchup)
This conference is about more than data and databases—it’s about the people who power it all. So bring your passion, your curiosity, and your love for organized information. Pittsburgh is ready for you.