Getting Started

GIS Day 2011 Huge Success

read more about the Oceanside eventFrom Aruba to Thailand, from Hong Kong to Pakistan, GIS Day 2011 events were held in 48 U.S. states and 67 countries around the world. Read about some of the successful events.

GIS Day Video

click to view the video This video spotlights GIS Day organizers and attendees as they tell their GIS Day stories, share benefits of hosting an event, and provide recommendations to future participants. Watch | Download.

Participant Spotlight

Record Participation

Delaware County Auditor's Office in Ohio celebrated GIS Day for the 13th year in a row. Congratulations! Read about their 2011 event.

Forsyth County, Georgia, held their 12th event. Read about their 2011 event.

Belmont County, Ohio, participated for the 11th year in a row. Read about their 2011 event.

Planning Ahead

When is GIS Day?
GIS Day 2012 will be held Weds., Nov. 14, 2012. Registration for 2012 events will begin approximately Feb. 15, 2012.

GIS Day "Takes the Cake"

Many events are topped off with a GIS Day cake, cookies, or cupcakes. See the photos.

Your Photos & Stories

Don't forget to send us your success stories, cake photos, and t-shirt photos.


Quick Links

- Register your 2011 event
- Find an event near you
- Download free materials
- Submit your 2011 success story
- Read success stories for inspiration


Free Materials Available

The new GIS Day flier is now available to help you promote your upcoming event. Find it and many other free materials to help you in planning, promoting, and hosting your event.

What is GIS?

GIS stands for geographic information systems. To find out more about GIS technology, visit www.gis.com.