played host to many world leaders and major world events. From 1983 and the G7 (now G8) Economic Summit of the globe’s largest industrialized nations to 2007’s World Forum on the Future of Democracy, heads of state, diplomats and business leaders have met here for con- ferences and meetings of every size.
The Democratic Caucus, the annual retreat for House Democrats, met in 2009 and was visited by President Obama on his first trip from the nation’s Capital since being inaugurated. The Southern Governors Conference met in Greater Williamsburg in 2009.
Not many destinations can claim some of the meetings Princeton takes pride in having hosted, such as when the United States Congress convened with Princeton as the nation’s Capital in 1783. More recent events include the National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA) Basketball First and Second Round (2006); NCAA Women’s Basketball Regional Finals (2008); NCAA Men’s Water Polo Championship (2009); NCAA Women’s Lacrosse Championship (2004); NCAA Rowing championships (2012);
Tri-State National Lacrosse
Tournament (annual); and the NJ State Triathlon (annual).
Considering the number of outstanding venue choices available for meetings and
events at destinations where momentous occasions took place in years past, it is no
wonder that so many plan- ners are choosing historic locations today.
Choose a spirited debate between Patrick Henry and Thomas Jefferson portrayed by interpreters; an escort from the celebrat- ed Colonial Williamsburg Fifes and Drums;
Williamsburg Historic Area, which is the largest living history museum; The Spa of Colonial Williamsburg; the Golden Horseshoe Golf Club; shopping in more than 40 boutiques; and dining to fit almost every taste.
Jamestown Settlement traces its beginnings through the indoor gallery exhibits and outdoor re-creations of a Powhatan Indian village, James Fort and the ships that brought America’s first per- manent English settlers here.
Sail aboard Yorktown’s 105-foot Tall Ship, the Schooner Alliance. The ship cruises down the York River past the Yorktown battle- field and the Victory Monument. Tour the Williamsburg Winery’s 50 acres of vineyards that act as a scenic backdrop.
The Princeton Region is filled with things to do for every interest. Bainbridge House - Historical Society of Princeton is the head- quarters of the society and offers a museum and changing exhibits.
It
was the birthplace of Commodore William Bainbridge, U.S.N., who was
commander of the frigate “Constitution” (Old Ironsides) during the War of 1812. Morven Museum and Garden was part of a 5,000-acre tract purchased by Richard Stockton.
The Old Barracks Museum contains a collection of firearms from the Battles of Trenton and Princeton, as well as collections of Colonial and Federal furniture, silver and china. The building dates from 1758-59, and attendees can take guided tours focus- ing on civilian and military life during the Revolutionary War and a changing exhibit gallery.
Princeton University was chartered in 1746 and is the fourth old- est college in the U.S. The renowned Ivy-League University, which includes Nobel Prize-winning faculty, boasts a campus filled with history. On its grounds stands University Chapel with its colle-
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giate Gothic architecture. Built between 1925 and 1928, is seats nearly 2,000 people, making it the third largest university chapel in the world.
The FitzRandolph Gateway, which is located in front of Nassau Hall, consists of wrought iron main gates erected in 1905. When it was completed, Nassau Hall became the largest stone building in America and was named in memory of King William III of England, House of Nassau and Prince of Orange.
The Princeton University Art Museum was erected in 1889 and was established later as a teaching museum to complement the department’s curriculum. Its collection ranges from ancient to contemporary and includes pre-Columbian artifacts, Italian 17th-century paintings and drawings, a window from Chartres Cathedral, sculptures from the Sung Dynasty and 20th-century paintings and photographs.
For those planning an outdoor excursion for their group, Princeton Battlefield State Park covers 85 acres and is the site of Washington’s victory over British forces in 1777. Washington Crossing State Park’s 2,000 acres include 15 miles of trails, camp- ing, picnicking, an outdoor nature interpretive center and his- toric buildings.
Whether planners are in search of a location that brings history to life for their attendees, or just a stately and sophisticated backdrop for their next event, the mid-Atlantic region has much to offer.
By choosing a meeting site with ties to great moments and eras from times gone by, planners provide their groups with the opportunity to make a little history of their own.
Lenora Kruk-Mullanaphy has extensive public relations experience in the hospital- ity industry, having worked for the Atlantic City Convention and Visitors Authority and with Morton's The Steakhouse, TREVI Italian Restaurant, and Bertonelli's Authentic Trattoria in Las Vegas.
lmullanaphy@gmail.com
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