What was the name of the first AAFCS conference?

The first AAFCS (American Association of Family and Consumer Sciences) conference took place in Lake Placid, New York, in 1909. This conference marked the beginning of a professional community focused on family and consumer sciences, providing a platform for educators and professionals to share ideas and advancements in the field. The choice of Lake Placid as the location contributed to a collaborative atmosphere conducive to networking and the exchange of knowledge.

While Chicago, New York, and Washington D.C. are prominent cities with rich histories in various professional fields, they were not the sites of the inaugural conference for AAFCS. This historical context is essential for understanding the development of the organization and its ongoing impact on family and consumer sciences.