State Meeting Information

The word "Hooray!!" above a yellow and white pom pom and a megaphone with 2026 listed on it, then the letters KEHA at the bottom on a blue background.

Make plans to attend the 2026 State Meeting
at Hyatt Regency Lexington
401 West High Street, Lexington!
May 12-14, 2026

“Hooray!! KEHA!”

Bluegrass Area will serve as the host area.

State Newsletter

2026 State Meeting Registration Form (Fillable PDF)

Please note, the following workshops are already full:

Seminars – Session 1 – 1:45-3:00 p.m. Tuesday

Colors of the Mountains: Exploring Appalachian Dyes
Block Party: Paint Your Own Mini Barn Quilt
Homemade, Healthy & Delicious
UK Downtown Studio Walking Tour

Seminars – Session 2 – 3:30-4:45 p.m. Tuesday

Colors of the Mountains: Exploring Appalachian Dyes
From Memories to Memoirs
No Sew Upcycling T-Shirt Bag
Backyard Gardening for Butterflies, Birds, and Bees

Seminars – Session 3 – 8:15-9:30 a.m. Wednesday

The Wool Story: A Complete Journey From Shearing to Stitching and Fleece to Fashion
Eat Well, Live Well: The Mediterranean Diet
Block Party: Paint Your Own Mini Barn Quilt
UK Downtown Studio Walking Tour

Seminars – Session 4 – 1:30-2:45 p.m. Wednesday

Prepared for Whatever the Season Might Bring
Special Gifts for Special People

Hands-On Crafts Session 1 - 5:15-6:15 p.m. Tuesday

Fun Folded Birthday Cards
Denim Flower
Spice It Up!
Holiday Ornaments

Hands-On Crafts Session 2 - 3:15-4:15 p.m. Wednesday

Fun Folded Birthday Cards
Spice It Up!
Flower Pin Cushion
Basket with Beaded Rim

State Meeting Registration Refund Policy – The policy remains unchanged from last year.

Registrations are first-come, first-served once payment is received. If fee-based workshops are full, the State Treasurer will issue refunds for those workshop fees. Those who wish to attend workshops that include a fee are encouraged to submit their registrations quickly.
Those who wish to cancel their entire registration will not receive a full refund. If it is canceled before the final registration deadline, half will be refunded. After the final registration deadline, no refunds will be issued.
Registration may be transferred to another individual rather than canceling.

Deadline reminders: Postmark April 13 for early registration and postmark April 28 for final registration deadline in 2026.

Master Farm Homemaker Guild Luncheon Registration Form (PDF)

Lodging Information

The lodging room blocks are now open for reservations!

Hyatt Regency Lexington
401 West High Street, Lexington, KY 40507
Room rate $155.00 + tax (1-4 people per room)

Online Reservations: https://www.hyatt.com/en-US/group-booking/LEXRL/G-KEH1

Phone Reservations: 800-233-1234 (group code G-KEH1 for conference rate)

Make your reservations by April 13, 2026, to secure the conference rate.

Reservation cancellations must be made 48 hours prior to arrival to avoid a no-show charge.

NOTE: If attendees are planning to make a reservation for multiple people in a single room, each with different payment methods, and require separate receipts with individual information, please opt for a shared reservation. Kindly provide all names and payment details during the booking process or upon check-in. This will help to ensure a smooth and personalized experience for all attendees. Check in begins at 4 p.m. and checkout is at 11 a.m.

We hope you will join us in Lexington!

Other Forms and Information

KEHA Homemaker Showcase Forms are due March 15 to Ann Porter
Fillable Form (PDF) OR Online Form (SURVEY LINK)

Learning Session Proposal Form (PDF)

Learning Session Proposal forms are due Oct. 24 to 1st Vice-President Ann Porter and copy Kelly May. Please email the form to alport1941@gmail.com and copy k.may@uky.edu. (Note, a different email appears on the form in the manual. Please use both of these emails to send instead.)

Registration coming in 2026. Check back later!

2025 KEHA State Meeting – May 6-8, 2025