the Inlet, Surf Rider, Commune, and Bay
Local Eatery. Soft-shell crab can only be
savored for about five months each year,
so be sure to enjoy this local delicacy
while you can.
VOLUNTEER
SUMMIT 2025
The Volunteer Summit will occur from
30 May–1 June in St. Louis, Missouri, and
aims to engage, recognize, and inspire
ASNT volunteers through tailored work-
shops and sessions specific to their roles.
The event will bring together volunteers
from various levels, promoting collabo-
ration and community within the organi-
zation. It will also strengthen connections
between volunteers and leadership,
enhancing engagement and fostering a
shared vision for the organization’s future.
ST. LOUIS, MISSOURI
The Summit will be hosted at the Hyatt
Regency St. Louis at the Arch, offering a
prime downtown location with stunning
views of the iconic Gateway Arch. With its
close proximity to major attractions like
the Mississippi Riverfront, Busch Stadium,
and the Old Courthouse, guests can
easily explore the best of St. Louis.
St. Louis and its entertainment districts
provide an arts-and-culture scene that’s
second to none, with live music venues,
top-notch bars, and casinos never
far away. Fans of fresh air will also be
delighted by the city’s flourishing public
parks, miles of trails and exhilarating
waterways. St. Louis is also home to
award-winning restaurants, coffee shops,
breweries, wineries, and distilleries for
when you’re ready to relax.
For conference attendees extending
their stay by a day or two, check out the
Saint Louis Zoo, home to over 12 000
animals across 500 species, or the
Missouri Botanical Garden, which offers
a peaceful environment with beautifully
landscaped grounds. Art enthusiasts will
appreciate the Saint Louis Art Museum,
which features an extensive collection
spanning 5000 years.
Exploring the city’s neighborhoods
reveals unique cultural experiences. The
Hill, known for its Italian heritage, features
authentic eateries like Guido’s Pizzeria &
Tapas, serving Italian and Spanish dishes
at reasonable prices. In the Historic
Soulard district on South 9th Street, 1860
Saloon, Game Room, and Hardshell Cafe
provide a lively bar atmosphere with live
music, a variety of games, and a varied
menu filled with Cajun and classic items.
St. Louis’s culinary scene is both
diverse and vibrant, offering a
wide range of dining options, from
family-owned establishments serving
traditional recipes to innovative restau-
rants offering contemporary dishes.
Notable spots include 1904 Steak House
at River City Casino &Hotel, known for its
prime dry-aged steaks, and 1220 Spirits,
a craft distillery offering a variety of
botanically inspired spirits.
For those interested in local flavors,
the Soulard Farmers Market provides a
historic venue to explore fresh produce
and regional specialties. The Central
West End has a vibrant mix of upscale
dining and casual eateries. Brasserie by
Niche offers French bistro fare, including
onion soup, house-made country pâté,
and cassoulet with duck confit. Drunken
Fish is renowned for its sushi, Japanese
cuisine, and an extensive drink menu
with signature martinis and exotic drinks.
El Burro Loco, a local favorite, serves
Mexican cuisine, while Mainlander
highlights Missouri-grown ingredients
with dishes like rutabaga Rangoon,
saffron-scallion pancakes, and pineapple
pork steaks.
33RD RESEARCH
SYMPOSIUM
The ASNT Research Symposium is the
premier event for the nondestructive
evaluation (NDE) community and will
be held 23–27 June. Make plans now
to attend and hear about cutting-edge
research from some of the best minds
in the field, including engaging lectures
from ASNT award winners. The event will
showcase groundbreaking research as
well as the students who will shape the
future of research in the field.
Dive into the latest and most revolu-
tionary innovations that are reshaping
the NDE landscape. Witness firsthand
how digitalization, artificial intelligence,
and automation are revolutionizing
NDE and learn how these innova-
tions are enhancing the efficiency and
accuracy of inspections. Engage in
thought-provoking discussions on
how NDE is propelling advancements
in a wide array of industries, from
aerospace to energy, manufacturing
to infrastructure. Explore the role of
NDE in promoting sustainability by
reducing waste, optimizing processes,
The iconic Gateway Arch in St. Louis, Missouri, looking across the Mississippi River toward the
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and minimizing environmental impact.
Bridge the gap between research and
real-world implementation and acquire
insights on how to apply state-of-the-art
NDE research to address industry chal-
lenges. The Research Symposium is ideal
for researchers and scientists, educators,
engineers, students, industry leaders, and
visionaries and entrepreneurs. The event
will once again feature a day of tutorials.
INDIANAPOLIS, INDIANA
The 2025 Research Symposium will be
held in downtown Indianapolis, Indiana.
Attendees can look forward to experi-
encing a perfect blend of modern ameni-
ties and Midwestern charm at the Indiana
Convention Center, located in the heart
of the city’s vibrant downtown, along the
west fork of the White River.
Indianapolis, known as the “Crossroads
of America,” has a historic reputation as
a vital transportation hub, offering easy
access to other major North American
markets.
The Indianapolis Cultural Trail,
described as “the biggest and boldest
step by any American city” by Project
for Public Spaces in New York City, is
an internationally acclaimed 10.6-mile
biking and walking trail that connects all
six of the city’s Cultural Districts. From
Mass Ave to White River State Park and
Fountain Square, the trail provides a safe,
healthy, and convenient way to explore
the city.
The trail’s first expansion better
connected the Indiana Avenue cultural
district, linking to the front door of
the Madam Walker Legacy Center,
and created a new connection to the
Fall Creek Greenway and White River
Wapahani Trail. This expansion features
170 000 decorative pavers, 23 storm-
water planters, 13 benches, nine bike
racks, cultural interpretive panels, 8950
perennials and shrubs, 78 trees, and a
new traffic signal at the intersection of
Paca Street, St. Clair Street, and Indiana
Avenue.
The South Street Cultural Trail
expansion connects the Wholesale
and Fountain Square cultural districts,
enhancing access to near-Southside
neighborhoods and the Stadium Village
community. It also creates a beautiful
connection to key downtown landmarks,
including Lucas Oil Stadium, the Indiana
Convention Center, the Slippery Noodle
Inn, and the future White River expansion
of the Cultural Trail.
Indianapolis has several visitor-friendly
neighborhoods. The Canal and White
River State Park offer relaxing riverside
strolls, leading to attractions like the
Indiana History Center and the Eiteljorg
Museum of American Indians and
Western Art. Fountain Square is known
for its ethnic eateries, antique shops,
art galleries, and duckpin bowling—a
twist on traditional bowling with smaller
balls, lighter pins, and shorter lanes. The
Wholesale District greets visitors with
bright lights and bustling sidewalks,
offering world-class shopping, live enter-
tainment, and signature dining.
ICPIIT 2025
The 2025 International Chemical and
Petroleum Industry Inspection Technology
Conference (ICPIIT) is coming to
Sugar Land, Texas, from 22–24 July and
will bring together experts, innovators,
and leaders to explore the evolving
landscape of inspection technologies
critical to the chemical and petroleum
sectors. As the industry adapts to shifting
energy demands and sustainability goals,
ICPIIT 2025 will serve as a platform to
exchange cutting-edge insights and
practical solutions. Topics will include
advancements in inspection for down-
stream refineries, midstream pipelines,
and upstream production, as well as
innovations in chemical plant operations,
construction integrity, and workforce qual-
ifications. Join us as we drive progress
in safety, reliability, and environmental
stewardship, paving the way for a resilient
future.
SUGAR LAND, TEXAS
Sugar Land Town Square is the location
of the host hotel and conference center
for ICPIIT 2025. Just 20 minutes from
downtown Houston, Sugar Land feels a
world away, offering big-city amenities
with small-town hospitality.
A high concentration of attractions
is located within a short drive or walk
from each other within the city limits,
including a world-class baseball park, the
Houston Museum of Natural Sciences
at Sugar Land, the Sugar Land Heritage
Foundation Museum, and the Smart
Financial Centre at Sugar Land, one of
the nation’s top entertainment venues
hosting A-list performers.
In nearby Richmond (an eight-mile
drive from Sugar Land), history comes
The Indianapolis Cultural Trail in Indiana is a 10.6-mile biking and walking trail connecting all
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