COVID-19

Updated on 11 21 25

As we plan to welcome participants, faculty, and guests to the Bread Loaf campus this summer, the health and safety of our entire community is our highest priority. During summer 2025 we experienced 1 case during the June session and had zero reported cases during the August conference.

For summer 2026 we will share full details and protocols with Attendees in the time leading up to the conference. Like last summer, isolation housing will be available and participants will continue to take part in their workshop remotely via Zoom should they test positive for COVID-19 during the conference(s).

Participant Housing on Campus

Bread Loafers should be aware that housing is shared. Most rooms on the Bread Loaf campus are doubles. Bathrooms are shared by floor. Some of the shared bathrooms can be locked for individual use.

Participants who would like to be guaranteed a single may arrange to stay in off-campus housing. In this case, it’s possible to pay for tuition only; it’s also possible to pay for tuition and board for those who wish to stay off campus and have meals provided by the conference. See the conference Dates and Fees page for fee details.

Those who choose to stay off-campus make their housing arrangements and then inform Bread Loaf staff. See each conference Lodging and Logistics page for important lodging details.