The inaugural Northeast Hardscape Expo (www.nehexpo.com) will debut at the Rhode Island Convention Center, April 6-7, 2017. The NEHExpo is billed as the "Northeast's only trade show and educational forum designed specifically for hardscape professionals."

Professional Development Courses CEU's Approved by ICPI and NCMA will be offered for all levels and professional development.

The event includes a Northeast Installer Competition that will take place on the show floor. The competition winner will represent the region in the 2017 Hardscape North America National Championship.

There will also be an evening "Hardscape Project Awards of Excellence" to recognize for outstanding hardscape projects in residential and commercial applications.