21/08/2024 | Press release | Distributed by Public on 21/08/2024 17:55
Join City of Raleigh IT for an exciting and interactive GIS Day at Raleigh Union Station on November 21, from 8:30 a.m.-Noon featuring engaging demos and hands-on learning opportunities. Discover how state and local governments use Geographic Information Systems (GIS) to tackle everyday challenges and explore cutting-edge GIS technologies.
This event is FREE, open to the public and perfect for anyone curious about the powerful impact of GIS on our community.
The City of Raleigh's Information Technology Department will host GIS Day activities at the Raleigh Union Stationon November 21 from 8:30 AM-Noon where you are invited to see demos of how GIS is used by our state and local governments and experience hands-on learning with GIS technologies.
Learn how GIS is used to solve problems in our everyday lives and how other advanced technologies aid in the evolution of GIS.
Are you interested in presenting or hosting a table at the November 21 event? Let us know at [email protected].
GIS Day 2024 Map Contest
This year's GIS Day celebration at the City of Raleigh will include an original map competition. Students are encouraged to make submissions!
To be eligible, your map submission must be:
Complete this submission formto be entered into the Map Contest. Deadline to submit your content is Wednesday, November 14. Please bring printed maps to Raleigh Union Station on the day of the event. If you need printing assistance, email [email protected].
All eligible maps will be displayed at Raleigh Union Station during the celebration on Thursday, November 21. The winner will be the map that receives the highest number of votes from GIS Day attendees who will judge the quality, content and creativity of the map.
Click hereto learn more about the GIS Day celebration.
Visit Raleigh Union Stationfor parking and location information.
Questions? Please reach out at [email protected].