Historic London Town and Gardens is a colonial seaside estate that’s been wel- coming guests since 1683. Its banquet area’s three glass-sided space overlooks gardens and holds 250 guests. Also on property,
the William Brown House, a
National Historic Landmark built in 1760 on the banks of the South River, is fur- nished as a colonial tavern and resi- dence.
Navy-Marine Corps Memorial Stadium in Annapolis is a state-of-the-art, multiuse meeting and event facility. Five drop- down screens with five LCD projectors and two video-boards provide the latest technology on site.
Hampton Inn and Suites Annapolis recently introduced its newly renovated “Perfect Mix Lobby.” This specially designed, contemporary space features a 55” flat-screen TV and a lobby designed for comfort. A complimentary breakfast buffet is offered to early risers in the hotel’s newly designed breakfast area, and a new fitness center is available, too.
“Groups interested in colonial and mar- itime history are attracted to Annapolis and the Chesapeake Bay area,” said McNees. “It’s thrilling to experience the places where George Washington and Thomas Jefferson spoke, dined and rest- ed. We often say to our planners, ‘our forefathers met here. We think you’ll like it, too.’”
The Nittany Lion Inn in State College, Pennsylvania - centrally located between Pittsburgh and Philadelphia - is owned and operated by Penn State University.
Built in 1931, the inn features 223 guest rooms, two 18-hole golf courses, a swim- ming pool and tennis courts, plus muse- ums and theatres. This historic hotel is situated in the middle of campus. Nittany Lion Inn is a AAA Four Diamond property, one of only 14 in the state. It is home to 20,000-square feet of function space in 12 function rooms, including a 6,100-square foot ballroom that provides plenty of space for meetings and events.
With bell service, room service, free park- ing and airport and local shuttle service, the Nittany Lion Inn makes business con-
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venient. Before or after meetings and in between, attendees can keep up with exercise and feel invigorated at the on site fitness room and Jacuzzi.
The National Constitution Center is on Independence Mall, just steps away from the Liberty Bell and Independence Hall in Philadelphia. Events for 30 to 3,000 guests, including daytime meetings of up to 200, are easily accommodated here.
“Our two most popular event spaces boast spectacular views of the Historic District,” said Kellie Brielmaier,
director
of facility rentals and special events for the National Constitution Center.
Brielmaier said this facility offers an unparalleled setting for groups that want to give their guests a true Philadelphia experience. “Guests can enjoy upscale versions of Philly favorites prepared by Brûlée Catering, while enjoying the view overlooking the Independence Mall,” she said. “We consistently receive positive feedback on the aesthetics of our space, the level of service we provide and the friendliness of our staff -- and our loca- tion is second to none.”
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Attendees will look forward to meeting at historic venues, including some where the nation’s leaders and renowned scholars once convened.
While groups marvel at the architectural design of these venues and an ambience that can’t be duplicated in modern meet- ing space, these historic properties pro- vide an abundance of amenities and technology that today’s business demands.
At the southern tip of the Garden State, attendees will find streets decorated with Victorian homes and inns, wraparound porches with inviting rocking chairs, and perfectly manicured lawns. Attendees will look forward to meeting at the Grand Hotel in Cape May, where visitors
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