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Philadelphia . Come for the Convention . Stay for the Unconventional .
Y ou may know Philadelphia for the Liberty Bell and cheesesteaks , but the city has so much more to offer . Visitors come for the familiar , but they stay for the fascinating , the unexpected , and the surprising experiences they will remember for years to come .
And the Pennsylvania Convention
Center , the East Coast ’ s premier venue , is in the heart of it all , providing attendees with easy access to Philadelphia ’ s attractions , hotels and restaurants . In fact , The Wall Street Journal recently ranked the Center # 1 in the United States for walkability .
Always innovating , the Pennsylvania Convention Center has made $ 78.8m in capital investments in the facility over the last few years . A longstanding proponent of environmental conservation and a reliable support to its customers , the Center ’ s Green Team offers a wealth of expertise in successfully hosting green events and helping customers achieve their own sustainability goals . With over 679,000 square feet of exhibit hall space and one of the largest ballrooms in the Northeast , the one million-square-foot Pennsylvania Convention Center is steps from Philly ’ s cultural fusion of history , art , and entertainment . Here , flexibility and innovation rule and creating event appeal is effortless both inside and outside the exhibit halls .
Making connections From experts on mental health to successful entrepreneurs changing the business landscape today , the Philadelphia Convention and Visitors Bureau team can connect you with thought leaders that will elevate your convention experience . Our team helps event specialists tap into Philadelphia ’ s extensive medical , life sciences and nursing communities through PHL Life Sciences , the first and only division of its kind in the country . Named as one of Brookings Institution top ‘ Knowledge Capitals ’ in the US and Europe , Philadelphia has a wealth of industry leaders and experts , including scholars , researchers , professionals and entrepreneurs , to enlist as speakers or panelists .
Left : City Hall , a sight to see in this walkable city
Between the meetings We know that what happens between meetings is important when selecting a destination . Philadelphia is home to must-see museums and a vibrant dining scene . From the historic Reading Terminal Market , named one of the best public markets in the United States , to premier attractions like The Franklin Institute celebrating its 200th anniversary this year , your attendees will leave Philadelphia inspired and
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