Natural Stone Institute Expands Online Education Opportunities Through Year-End Webinar Series
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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Oberlin, OH, June 19, 2026 —The Natural Stone Institute (NSI) has announced the remaining 2026 webinar schedule, providing architects, designers, contractors, fabricators, and stone professionals with access to expert-led education covering sustainability, material selection, restoration, quality assurance, and industry-best practices.
The webinar series reflects the NSI’s ongoing commitment to advancing professional education and supporting the successful use of natural stone across the built environment. Through a combination of technical instruction, project case studies, sustainability discussions, and virtual quarry experiences, participants gain practical knowledge that can be applied to projects of all sizes and types.
Many of NSI's educational programs are approved for continuing education credit through leading industry organizations, including the American Institute of Architects (AIA), International Design Continuing Education Council (IDCEC), Landscape Architecture Continuing Education System (LA CES/LACES), National Kitchen & Bath Association (NKBA), and Green Business Certification Inc. (GBCI). Participants should refer to individual course listings for specific credit opportunities.
All webinars are offered live online from 11:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. ET.
Upcoming 2026 Webinar Schedule
July 23, 2026
Circularity and Natural Stone
Natural stone's durability and longevity make it one of the original circular building materials. Participants will explore how stone supports circular design principles through reuse, renovation, responsible material management, and long-life cycle performance while examining its role within modern sustainability frameworks.
August 13, 2026
Virtual Quarry Tour: Las Vegas Rock
This live virtual experience takes participants inside an active quarry to explore the history, geology, extraction process, technical performance characteristics, and design applications of natural stone sourced from Las Vegas Rock.
September 10, 2026
Basics of Slate Selection, Fabrication, Installation, & Maintenance
Designed for design professionals, this course provides a comprehensive overview of slate as a building material, including material selection, fabrication methods, installation considerations, performance expectations, and long-term maintenance practices.
October 15, 2026
Case Studies: Restoration and Renovation of Natural Stone
Industry and design professionals will share real-world examples of successful restoration and renovation projects, highlighting natural stone's unique ability to be restored while exploring current trends and opportunities within adaptive reuse and preservation projects.
November 19, 2026
Virtual Quarry Tour
Participants will gain a behind-the-scenes look at an active quarry while learning about geological characteristics, testing and performance considerations, installation recommendations, and creative project applications for natural stone.
December 10, 2026
Quality Assurance for Natural Stone Projects
This session will focus on the importance of quality assurance throughout the project lifecycle, including specifications, project coordination, material verification, and practices that help ensure successful project outcomes and long-term stone performance.
For registration information and a complete calendar of upcoming educational programs, visit the Natural Stone Institute website. https://www.naturalstoneinstitute.org/events/calendar-listing/
On Demand Education Available
In addition to live webinars, the Natural Stone Institute offers an extensive library of on-demand education, technical resources, and continuing education opportunities through the NSI Learning Hub. These resources help industry professionals stay informed on best practices, technical standards, sustainability initiatives, and natural stone applications while earning continuing education credits.
NSI is also preparing to launch an enhanced learning platform later this year that will make course access, registration, and transcript tracking even easier for participants.
To explore available courses and educational resources, visit the NSI Learning Hub at naturalstoneinstitute.org/education.
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About the Natural Stone Institute
The Natural Stone Institute (NSI) is a trade association representing more than 2,100 members in over 50 nations in virtually every aspect of the global natural stone industry. NSI is dedicated to increasing awareness of natural stone as one of nature’s most enduring, inspiring, and sustainable building materials.
We offer opportunities for professionals of all fields, backgrounds, and career levels to connect on natural stone industry challenges, meet potential business partners, and grow their expertise and influence.
