2026 Known World
Newcomer Symposium
Saturday November 28, 2026
(on Zoom)
Hosted by the Kingdom of Meridies
Hosted by the Kingdom of Meridies
New to the SCA? Do you have interests in Arts and Sciences, types of combat, or want to know more about what the SCA has to offer?
The Known World Newcomer’s Symposium is an all-day, virtual event, just for you or for anyone who loves to share and learn.
Join us as newcomers and SCA veterans alike from the Known World come together for a wonderful day of classes, round table discussions, and simply enjoying each other’s company! Plus the event is entirely free!
Please keep an eye out for any announcements here, or on the Facebook Event page.
We look forward to seeing you and others from the Known World there!
Teacher and Moderator Sign-Up Link
Classes are welcome on a wide variety of topics
Introductions to any of the arts & sciences - Introduction to any of the martial topics - Heraldry - SCA Organization - SCA Officers How To - Armory - Scribal - Archery - SCA Foods & Feasts - Arts & Sciences Research - Clothing research & construction - Bardic .... and so much more
Student Registration Link
Registration is required. Emails will be sent with the Zoom Codes before the start of the event.
This should take you to a time zone chart that takes USA Daylight Savings Time into consideration for you
Don't forget to install/update zoom for the best performance - before the event
Come to the zoom early to test microphones, screen shares, cameras
Please try to come in with your SCA name and kingdom or ask someone to change it for you
Please put your name and kingdom in chats for each of your classes
Saturday November 13, 2026 - Class submissions end
Saturday November 21, 2026 - Goal for published schedule
Saturday November 28, 2026 - Classes all day on zoom
Watch here for classes and roundtables
Welcome! Start HERE for more info about the SCA.
Known World Newcomers Symposium Team
Event Steward - Ellen DeLacey, Meridies
Alessandra Sartor, Meridies
Oengus mac GillaDubain, Meridies
Gaeira Aggadóttir, East Kingdom
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