We are committed to working together to create a safe experience for visitors and our staff. To ensure the safety of our community, we have a zero-tolerance policy for verbal or physical harassment, discriminatory or threatening behavior, or any interference with the experience of others.
The World Affairs Council reserves the right to refuse or revoke the admission or membership of anyone whose conduct violates Visitor Policy.
We would prefer if members would register for events online beforehand here.
Or, we offer in-person registration at the door. For more information, click here.
Please contact the Membership and Marketing Coordinator via email or phone to update your information. Include your name and anything you’d like to update in your message.
All WAC events are open to people of all ages but some may be more relevant and the content more appropriate for ages 13+. It is important to note that most WAC events will have alcoholic beverages and children under 18 must be accompanied by an adult.
We are currently considering how we will offer these opportunities.
Street Parking is available. After 6:00 PM, all street parking is free.
Alternatively, there's a garage nearby. The best address to put into maps would be 536 W Market St, Louisville, KY 40202
Alternatively, there's an open parking lot nearby. The best address to put into maps would be 430 W Liberty St, Louisville, KY, 40202

We are currently researching how to make this possible.
The World Affairs Council of Kentucky and S. IN accepts the following payments for tickets: cash (on-site only), check, credit card, and wire transfer.
For information regarding payment via wire transfer, please check with your financial planner, and then contact the Membership office.
Yes, our members receive a ticket discount for every event.
Unfortunately, since we offer a combined ticket and membership price for each individual event, any other admission ticket cannot be posthumously applied.
We offer different options designed around the ways The WAC fits into your life. Please click here for a full list of available Memberships.
The Future Diplomat Society is a dynamic group of young patrons of the arts in their 20s and 30s who enjoy a closer connection to The WAC. For more information, click here.
General donations to the WAC support the organization's priorities and general operating expenses. Gifts to the WAC are tax-deductible and provide critical funding for everything we do at The World Affairs Council of Kentucky, allowing us to stay true to our mission. No matter the amount, each gift makes a difference. To donate online, click here.

Our member site is coming soon and will have our member only events like Member Meetups and our Great Decisions Series
Yes, there are some events ONLY open to members that are not for the public.
Each Membership level includes admission for at least one accompanied adult guest (the member). There are dual memberships available and certain levels offer guest tickets. For more information, click here.

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