Guest Information
Guests of attendees are a special part of the PCIC Conferences. The Local Committee takes great care to help make their time at the Conference as pleasant and entertaining as possible by offering a variety of off-site activities while attendees participate in the daily sessions.
Who is a guest? A guest is a spouse/significant other, friend, or child that is not involved in an electrical industry related occupation. Authors, co-workers, or associates that are involved in any related industries may not be registered as a guest. Guests must be registered for the Conference to attend the Monday Social and to participate in guest-designated functions, such as the Guest Hospitality Suite, tours, vendor hospitality events, etc. Guests are not allowed to attend paper presentations or special meal functions (eg Authors, YEDS, or Emeritus meals). However, tickets for attendee luncheons are available for guests to purchase if they chose to do so.
Guest Tours are offered by the Local Committee throughout the conference. The tours allow the guest to experience local areas of interest. See below for tour details and pricing. Tour tickets are non-refundable, but may be exchanged or sold between guests. Exchange information will be made available in the Guest Hospitality Suite.
Who is a guest? A guest is a spouse/significant other, friend, or child that is not involved in an electrical industry related occupation. Authors, co-workers, or associates that are involved in any related industries may not be registered as a guest. Guests must be registered for the Conference to attend the Monday Social and to participate in guest-designated functions, such as the Guest Hospitality Suite, tours, vendor hospitality events, etc. Guests are not allowed to attend paper presentations or special meal functions (eg Authors, YEDS, or Emeritus meals). However, tickets for attendee luncheons are available for guests to purchase if they chose to do so.
Guest Tours are offered by the Local Committee throughout the conference. The tours allow the guest to experience local areas of interest. See below for tour details and pricing. Tour tickets are non-refundable, but may be exchanged or sold between guests. Exchange information will be made available in the Guest Hospitality Suite.
The following Guest Tours are planned for the 2025 conference. Scroll down for more information.
Guest Tour 1: Messina Hoff Wine Tour & Tasting in North Dallas
Guest Tour 2: AT&T Stadium Tour (Dallas Cowboys Stadium)
Guest Tour 3: Dallas Highlights & John F. Kennedy Tour
Guest Tour 4: Perot Museum of Nature and Science
Guest Tour 5: Fort Worth Highlights Tour
Guest Tour 6: National Medal of Honor Museum
Guest Tour 7: Dallas Arboretum & Botanical Garden
Guest Tour 8: Southfork Ranch
Guest Tour 9: George W Bush Presidential Library and Museum Tour
Guest Tour 10: Cheesemaking Class
Guest Tour 1: Messina Hoff Wine Tour & Tasting in North Dallas
Guest Tour 2: AT&T Stadium Tour (Dallas Cowboys Stadium)
Guest Tour 3: Dallas Highlights & John F. Kennedy Tour
Guest Tour 4: Perot Museum of Nature and Science
Guest Tour 5: Fort Worth Highlights Tour
Guest Tour 6: National Medal of Honor Museum
Guest Tour 7: Dallas Arboretum & Botanical Garden
Guest Tour 8: Southfork Ranch
Guest Tour 9: George W Bush Presidential Library and Museum Tour
Guest Tour 10: Cheesemaking Class
Messina Hoff Wine Tour & Tasting in North Dallas
Saturday, September 20, 2025, 1:00PM-4:00PM
Explore one of Texas’s premier wineries, founded in 1977, where you will learn about their history and winemaking process. Then sit back and enjoy tastings of dry whites, reds, and their acclaimed Papa Paulo Port wines.
AT&T Stadium Tour (Dallas Cowboys Stadium)
Saturday, September 20, 2025, 1:00PM-4:00PM
Join us for a thrilling VIP Tour of the awe-inspiring AT&T Stadium, home to the world-famous Dallas Cowboys! Your guide takes you “behind the scenes” to visit the “off limits” areas of this mega structure. Relax in luxurious style in a "private suite" as your guide engages you with staggering facts and figures of the Stadium. Tour the Cowboys Locker Room; no expense spared here! No tour would be complete without a stop in the Cowboys Stadium Pro Shop to pick up a memento of your visit!
Dallas Highlights & John F. Kennedy Tour
Sunday, September 21, 2025, 9:00AM-12:00PM
Think BIG! Founded in 1841 on the banks of the Trinity River, Dallas is now the fourth-largest metro area in the United States. Discover world-class art, award winning architecture, explore thriving neighborhoods and see beautiful parks on this vibrant city tour! Learn about Dallas’ urban revitalization and a host of professional sports teams that call Dallas home. Step back in time with a visit to Pioneer Plaza’s bronze Longhorn Cattle Drive. Experience the JFK story firsthand with a visit to Dealey Plaza and the Kennedy Memorial.
Perot Museum of Nature and Science
Sunday, September 21, 2025, 11:00AM-2:00PM
Immersive yourself in the exploration of one of Dallas’s premier educational attractions, located in the Victory Park neighborhood. This modern museum, designed by architect Thom Mayne, spans 180,000 square feet across five floors and is renowned for its striking green architecture and hands-on approach to science and natural history.
Fort Worth Highlights Tour
Monday, September 22, 2025, 9:00AM-2:00PM
Experience Fort Worth “Where The West Begins.” Cowboys. Indians. Cattle. Oil. The History of Fort Worth reads like the history of the American West. Visit the heart of downtown, Sundance Square, and learn about Fort Worth’s colorful past! See the JFK Tribute...which honors President Kennedy’s historic stay in Fort Worth. Then off to the Stockyards National Historic District, where the Old West comes to life! Enjoy a guided walk of the Stockyards and experience the world’s only daily Cattle Drive! Soak up the wild west on this historic Fort Worth Tour!
National Medal of Honor Museum
Monday, September 22, 2025, 1:00PM-4:00PM
Recently opened, the Medal of Honor Museum is dedicated to honoring the legacies of the 3,519 Medal of Honor recipients—ordinary Americans who performed extraordinary acts of valor in military service. This 100,000-square-foot facility, designed by architect Rafael Viñoly, sits on a five-acre waterfront site at Mark Holtz Lake and is supported by five massive concrete columns, each symbolizing a branch of the U.S. Armed Forces: Army, Navy, Marine Corps, Air Force, and Coast Guard. The design, with its elevated exhibition hall, evokes the burden shouldered by these heroes while highlighting their inspirational stories.
Dallas Arboretum & Botanical Garden
Tuesday, September 23, 2025, 9:00AM-12:00PM
With over 66 acres of finely manicured grounds, the Dallas Arboretum and Botanical Gardens provides breathtaking views year-round! Enjoy a privately guided tour of the magnificent gardens; 66 acres of finely manicured grounds featuring stunning displays of seasonal color. See vistas of White Rock Lake from a peaceful bench, stroll through the colorful rose gardens, hear the sounds of the waterfalls and enjoy the local nature. Many smaller gardens, art installations and dining areas create one of Dallas’ most visited attractions.
Southfork Ranch
Tuesday, September 23, 2025, 9:00AM-12:00PM
No trip to Dallas is complete without a visit to the legendary Southfork Ranch! Join your guide for a private tour of Southfork Ranch made famous by the TV series "Dallas"! Stroll the ranch grounds, peeking in barns and visiting the livestock. Re-live moments from "Dallas" in the "Dallas Legends" Museum". See the gun that shot J.R., Lucy's wedding dress, TV clips from the series, and other memorabilia that will make you feel right at home with the most infamous Texans of them all, the Ewings!
George W Bush Presidential Library and Museum Tour
Wednesday, September 24, 2025, 9:00AM-12:00PM
Tour the George W. Bush Presidential Library and Museum located on a 24 acre site on the Southern Methodist University campus. The museum takes visitors on an exciting tour behind the scenes of the critical decisions of the Bush presidency. "With its state-of-the-art interactive exhibits, the George W. Bush Presidential Library and Museum located in Dallas, Texas gives visitors an in-depth look at 8 years of American history, the American Presidency and important issues of public policy".
Cheesemaking Class
Wednesday, September 24, 2025, 3:00PM-5:00PM
Unlike other classes that are primarily demonstration-based, this Cheesemaking Class is completely hands-on. Our students will learn techniques and skills by making Cheese in our factory just like our Cheesemakers, while having fun at the same time. Best of all you get to take home a chef's apron and all the cheese you make to enjoy again!
