Visit Baltimore Meeting & Event Planning Guide 2023 Collaboration Issue | Page 74

CONVENTION RESOURCES
Chesapeake Shakespeare Company 7 S . Calvert St .; 410-244-8570 ; ChesapeakeShakespeare . com Brings audiences closer to the action to explore Shakespeare and the classics through performance , education programming and community outreach .
Drama MaMa Bookshop 1427 Light St ., Studio # 202 ; 443-873-0749 ; DramaMaMaBookshop . com We are a stationery manufacturing company offering a wide variety of unique notebooks and journals . We also offer book-binding classes called Wine & Bind .
Ethnicitees , LLC Bowie Town Center , 15525 Emerald Way , Bowie , MD ; 443-469-4128 ; EthniciteesLLC . org A Black heritage arts and educational Maryland tourism organization that designs and markets cultural apparel and other collectibles .
Good Shepherd United Methodist Church 3800 Roland Ave .; 410-243-1129 ; GoodShepherdHampden . org Free after-school program , free summer camps , vibrant worship , inter-generational . We are called to serve the needs of all of God ’ s children within and beyond our walls .
Gorgitenders Bartending Academy 912 S . Charles St .; 443-708-7885 ; GTBartendingAcademy . com Our school educates students on the art of mixology , signature cocktails and cocktail recipes , pouring techniques and customer service . We also offer assistance with job placement .
Greater Baltimore Cultural Alliance 1800 N . Charles St ., Ste . 810 ; 410-230-0200 ; BaltimoreCulture . org Nurtures and promotes a vibrant , diverse and sustainable arts and cultural community essential to the region ’ s quality of life .
Henrietta Lacks Legacy Group 2828 Bauernwood Ave .; 920-203-3967 ; HenriettaLacksLegacyGroup . org An educational organization whose mission is to extend the legacy of Henrietta Lacks and that of historic Turner Station , Maryland , where she lived at the time of her death .
Lovely Lane United Methodist Church 2200 Saint Paul St .; 410-889-1512 ; LovelyLane . net Listed on National Register of Historic Places , we are the Mother Church of American Methodism . Our unique architecture and history attracts visitors from around the world .
Lutheran Center Corporation 700 Light St .; 410-230-2735 ; LIRS . org Nonprofit conference center with event space . We also host staff and network training on immigrant , migrant and refugee-related content and support local , national and global art exhibitions .
Maryland Beverage Association , CDC , Inc . 3708 W . Mulberry St .; 410-925-4056 We are a 501 ( c )( 3 ) public charitable organization .
Maryland Humanities 108 W . Centre St .; 410-685-0095 ; MDHumanities . org Statewide nonprofit creates and supports educational experiences in the humanities that inspire lifelong learning , the open exchange of ideas and community enrichment .
Maryland Institute College of Art ( MICA ) 1300 W . Mount Royal Ave .; 410-669-9200 ; MICA . edu Founded in 1826 , MICA is the nation ’ s oldest continuously degree-granting college of art and design .
National Academy Foundation Schools 500 N . Caroline St .; 443-984-1593 ; BaltimoreAcademies . org Provides intensive college preparatory academic training and unique school-to-career experience for high school students . Operates three programs — finance , information technology , and hospitality and tourism .
Open Works 1400 Greenmount Ave .; 410-862-0424 ; OpenWorksBmore . com We house a 34,000 sq . ft . nonprofit makerspace , making tools , technology and the knowledge to use them . Access affordable space in a shared environment .
Pearlstone Center 5425 Mt . Gilead Rd ., Reisterstown , MD ; 410-500-5417 ; PearlstoneCenter . org Nonprofit conference and retreat center on 160 acres with student , adult and group accommodations . Abundance of outdoor space and indoor meeting space for up to 300 people .
Port of Baltimore MPA , World Trade Center , 401 E . Pratt St .; 410-385-4755 ; MarylandPorts . com Located along the shores and branches of the Patapsco River , one of the largest ports in the United States .
Saint John A . M . E . Church 810 N . Carrollton Ave .; 410-523-5468 ; SaintJohnAME . org We are a historical church that has been in existence for over 160 years .
Station North Arts and Entertainment District 25 E . 20th St .; 410-244-1775 ; StationNorth . org Designated as Baltimore ’ s first Arts & Entertainment District in 2002 , Station North spans the Charles North , Greenmount West and Barclay neighborhoods , encompassing a diverse collection of artist live-work spaces , galleries , rowhomes and businesses .
There Goes My Hero 30 E . Padonia Rd ., Ste . 207 , Timonium , MD ; 443-266-8881 ; ThereGoesMyHero . org We are a community-based nonprofit organization , whose mission is to save lives , provide hope and help those impacted by blood cancer .
Tourism Agencies & Organizations
Annapolis and Anne Arundel Conference and Visitors Bureau 26 West St ., Annapolis , MD ; 410-280-0445 ; VisitAnnapolis . org Come sail away to Annapolis , where history lives in a museum without walls . The vibe of the quaint seaport village is laid-back , the scenery is awe-inspiring and the local fare is seasoned with the flavors of the Chesapeake Bay .
Baltimore County Office of Tourism and Promotion 400 Washington Ave ., Towson , MD ; 410-887-2849 ; EnjoyBaltimoreCounty . com Promotes Baltimore County events , accommodations , restaurants and attractions . Publishes a visitors ’ information and conference guide .
Baltimore Tourism Association P . O . Box 2254 ; 410-625-7064 ; BaltimoreTourism . com Travel professionals dedicated to group sales and marketing for the Baltimore area . This volunteer association uses powerful partnerships , creative packaging and innovative ideas to attract groups .
Carroll County Tourism 225 N . Center St ., Rm . 107 , Westminster , MD ; 410-386-2983 ; CarrollCountyTourism . org Promotes attractions , festivals and special events , including the Maryland Wine Festival . Publishes and distributes guides to accommodations , antiques shops and annual events and provides packaged group tours .
Grow & Fortify 1783 Forest Dr ., # 343 , Annapolis , MD ; 410-252-9463 ; GrowAndFortify . com Business & Economic Development Organization : BAM ( Brewers Association of Maryland ), MDG ( Maryland Distillers Guild ), and MWA ( Maryland Wineries Association ) representing our state ’ s breweries , distilleries and wineries , respectively .
Maryland Department of Commerce 401 E . Pratt St ., 14th Fl .; 410-767-3400 ; VisitMaryland . org Maryland has so many choices for every size meeting , offering outstanding accommodations , world-class meeting facilities , restaurants , activities and entertainment . For a free meeting facilities guide , call 1-800-322-2985 .
Maryland Hotel & Lodging Association 20 Ridgely Ave ., Ste . 309 , Annapolis , MD ; 410-974-4472 ; MDLodging . org Representing Maryland ’ s lodging industry with member benefits that include regulatory and legislative lobbying , a legal guide and money-saving programs .
Maryland Motorcoach Association P . O . Box 320266 , Alexandria , VA ; 571-312-7117 ; MarylandMotorcoach . org An association of motorcoach operators , transportation providers , equipment suppliers , and tour and travel partners in and around Maryland .
Maryland Tourism Coalition 626-C Admiral Dr ., # 311 , Annapolis , MD ; 443-521-1538 ; MDTourism . org State-wide membership association that connects , educates and represents Maryland ’ s $ 18 billion dollar tourism industry at large .
Visit Baltimore Events 400 E . Pratt St ., Fl . 10 ; 410-659-7300 ; Baltimore . org This membership-based organization is the official destination development and marketing leader for Greater Baltimore , responsible for generating economic benefits to the community by attracting convention and leisure visits .
Visit Harford ! 115 N . Main St ., Ste . C , Bel Air , MD ; 410-838-7777 ; VisitHarford . com Located just 25 miles north of Baltimore with sights that include a lighthouse , covered bridge and Ripken Stadium .
Visit Howard County 8267 Main St ., Ellicott City , MD ; 410-313-1900 ; VisitHowardCounty . com Provides information about meeting facilities , events , accommodations and restaurants in Howard County , situated between Baltimore and Washington , D . C .
Waterfront Partnership of Baltimore 650 S . Exeter St ., Ste . 200 ; 443-743-3308 ; WaterfrontPartnership . org Works to ensure a cleaner , more attractive and more exciting waterfront .
Attractions
Boat Cruises & Charters
American Sailing Tours Inner Harbor Marina , 400 Key Hwy .; 844-595-8860 ; AmericanSailingTours . com Let ’ s go sailing ! Explore with 90-minute day and night tours and private charters aboard the Schooner Summer Wind .
City Cruises – Baltimore 561 Light St .; 866-312-2469 ; CityCruises . com / baltimore Experience the best of Baltimore with City Cruises ! Enjoy a variety of dining cruises or book a private event on the Patapsco River and take in picturesque views of the historic waterfront .
Cool Breeze Sailing Charters LLC 1900 Thames St .; 410-336-9912 ; CoolBreezeSailingCharters . com We offer tours and sailing charters from 90 minutes to 8-hour adventures in the Baltimore Harbor and beyond , including the Chesapeake Bay .
KOLR Baltimore Electric Boat Rental 40 International Dr .; 443-949-2855 ; BaltimoreBoatRental . com You be the captain aboard a 22-foot electric boat ! Cruise the Inner Harbor with your own food , drink and music ; 10-passenger limit .
Sail Baltimore 3720 Dillon St .; 410-522-7300 ; SailBaltimore . org Sail Baltimore produces a free annual program of visiting ships from around the world for visitors to enjoy , including international vessels , tall ships , military ships , and environmental and educational vessels .
Sea Baltimore Sailing Tours 2780 Lighthouse Pt . E .; 410-929-0039 ; SeaBaltimore . com We offer small group sailing cruises , both serene and extraordinary , that show you the magic of the Chesapeake without leaving the city of Baltimore .
Yacht Charters on the Bay by Watermark 555 Light St . ( at the Finger Piers ); 410-268-7601 ; YachtChartersOnTheBay . com Host your next event on a yacht ! Enjoy private yacht charters for elegant and fun occasions — corporate , social , weddings and more — from the Inner Harbor on climatecontrolled yachts . There ’ s nothing more memorable than a venue on the water . Plan a menu from our list of preferred caterers . Full bars on board . All charters are private ... the boat is yours ! Available 7 days a week March through December .
Sightseeing Tours
Baltimore National Heritage Area Trails & Tours 401 Light St .; 410-878-6411 ; ExploreBaltimore . org Authentic walking tours chart a course through American heritage .
Bike and Brunch Tours 822 Guilford Ave ., # 213 ; 443-380-3642 ; BikeAndBrunchTours . com Explore Baltimore by bike and with brunch . See local Black history , culture , murals and hidden gems . Ride , have fun and brunch ! Bike , helmet and accessory rentals are available .
Sagamore Spirit 301 E . Cromwell St .; 410-624-7488 ; SagamoreSpirit . com Open daily for tours and tastings . Committed to putting Maryland back on the map as the premier distiller of rye whiskey .
Catering & Event Facilities
Banquet Facilities
American Visionary Art Museum 800 Key Hwy .; 410-244-1900 ; AVAM . org This national museum for original works by intuitive , self-taught artists features versatile banquet facilities . The Sculpture Barn accommodates up to 125 for dinner or 250 for cocktails ; the Jim Rouse Visionary Center accommodates 450 .
Aramark / M & T Bank Stadium 1101 Russell St .; 410-230-8291 ; RavensStadiumCatering . com Hosts receptions , dinners and meetings for groups up to 7,000 . The Club Level offers outstanding views of downtown Baltimore .
B & O Railroad Museum 901 W . Pratt St .; 410-752-2490 ; BORail . org The historic Roundhouse , Outside Pavilion and Education Station are unique venues that can accommodate any size or budget for corporate or family events .
Baltimore Museum of Industry 1415 Key Hwy .; 410-727-4808 ; TheBMI . org A spectacular waterfront setting with indoor and outdoor meeting and event spaces for groups from 40 to 500 .
Carroll Mansion Carroll Museums , Inc ., 800 E . Lombard St .; 410-605-2964 ; CarrollMuseums . org Formerly the home of Charles Carroll , last surviving signer of the Declaration of Independence , the mansion provides a historic and enchanting environment for corporate and private events . The mansion is now available for tours and events .
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