While the Stone and Tile Pavilion offered displays of new stone products and installation/maintenance materials, it also presented architects with many opportunities to earn Learning Units (LUs) on the exhibit floor. The Marble Institute of America and Italian Trade Commission as well as several suppliers of natural stone and installation products were among those offering these accredited seminars. In total, there were six Specialized Product Pavilions throughout the 145,000-square-foot exhibition hall.

The AIA National Convention and Expo is considered to be the building and design industry's staple event for education, information, inspiration and innovation. In addition to three themed sessions, the event included 148 continuing education programs, 58 tours (including some just for children) and 64 special events as well as the hundreds of exhibiting companies.