meeting planner guide

Meeting Planner Guide

W e l c o m eHUNtsville/madison countyconvention & visitors bureau

500 Church Street, Suite One • Huntsville, Alabama 35801 • 800.843.0468 • 256.551.2230 • Fax 256.551.2324 • www.huntsville.org 04.10

Meeting planners who have experienced the extraordinary cooperation and support while conduct-ing an event here agree that Huntsville Makes It Happen. Whether your event involves 50 people or 10,000, the Convention & Visitors Bureau, participating hotels and attractions work diligently to make your event a success.

In the nearly 200 years since pioneers carved the first English-speaking town from the Alabama Territory, Huntsville has provided exemplary regional and national leadership beyond what would be expected from a city of 180,000.

It began when settler John Hunt built his cabin at a spring in 1805 and the town which grew up around it took his name after briefly being called Twickenham. Huntsville served as the Constitutional Capital of Alabama and hosted the convention in 1819 that led to statehood. During the Civil War, Union soldiers occupied the town, sparing the houses and businesses from destruction.

Huntsville was primarily a center for trade and textile mills from the 1830s until 1950 when a team of rocket scientists led by Wernher von Braun began America’s space program. Rockets developed here successfully launched America’s first satellite, put the first American in space and launched Apollo astronauts to the Moon. Today, Huntsville technology launches the Space Shuttle and fabricates the International Space Station.

Backed by corporate contractors, the NASA-Marshall Space Flight Center and the U.S. Army’s Redstone Arsenal continue the world’s leadership in both civilian and military propulsion. Nearly fifty of the Fortune 500 companies are located here. Several listed by Forbes are headquartered in Huntsville.

The city that invented “high tech” devotes the same attention to detail for your meetings and conventions. Huntsville Makes It Happen isn’t a slogan. It’s our way of doing business.

Judy Ryals, President, CEO Yvonne Boyington, Vice President of Conventions

Huntsville/Madison County Meeting Planners Guide©2010 Huntsville/Madison County Convention & Visitors Bureau500 church Street, Suite oneHuntsville, Alabama 35801256-551-2230Fax 256-551-2324

The Convention & Visitors Bureau is the official city/county agency funded by lodgings and

liquor taxes which promotes the area as a meeting site and tourist destination.

The Huntsville/Madison County Convention & Visitors Bureau has made every effort to maintain the accuracy of information presented in this guide, but assumes no responsibility for errors, changes or omissions.



ONE CALL DOES IT ALL!With all the careful planning it takes to organize meetings, it’s comforting to know the Huntsville/Madison County Conven-tion & Visitors Bureau is experienced and successful at helping meeting planners achieve their goals. Whether it’s a meeting for a small group or a convention for 10,000, you need resources and expert professionals on your side. We have a sales team dedicated to help you with all your meeting needs. Our sales team will give you an unbiased look at the city and help you select the perfect venue for your meeting. The Convention Sales Team welcomes the opportunity to assist you with all aspects of planning a meeting in the Huntsville Area.

· Personalized site inspections of properties and facilities in which you express an interest

· Customize a bid presentation or proposal

· Provide attendance building items

· Pre-promotes for major conventions

· Virtual Postcards – E-mail a vibrant virtual postcards from our website

· Online meeting planners toolkit

CONVENTION DEPARTMENT

YVONNE BOYINGTON Vice President of Conventions Phone: (256) 551-2223 [email protected] Markets: International, National

SHARON SNELL Senior Convention Sales/Technology Network Manager Phone: (256) 551-2233 [email protected] Markets: Religious, Multicultural, Corporate, Military Reunions, Website Content

JO SEAY Convention Sales Manager Phone: (256) 551-2334 [email protected] Markets: State & Regional Associations, Family & Class Reunions, Government

DON DUKEMINEER Convention Sales Manager Phone: (256) 551-2270 [email protected] Markets: Sports & Educational

RYAN GREGORY Convention Sales Manager Phone: (256) 551-2380 [email protected] Markets: Fraternal & Multi-cultural

VAN BROWN Convention Services Manager Phone: (256) 551-2226 [email protected] Welcome Packets: Brochures, Maps, Registration Assistance, etc.



CONVENTION SERVICESThe assurance that “Huntsville Makes It Happen” begins during your planning process and carries through to the post evaluation process. In between are numerous complimentary services, including a housing bureau, registration assistance, welcome letters and media coverage assistance.

COMPLIMENTARy SERVICES:

Tour/EvEnT Planning Huntsville offers a wealth of on-and off-site venues to suit every occasion. Your delegates may want to go shopping, enjoy an evening at the theater or tour the Historic Districts. The Convention Sales Manager assigned to your event and the Convention Services Manager will work the details after you make the decisions.

rEgisTraTion assisTancE Our friendly and experienced registration assistants make your attendees feel welcome. The service is based on the number of overnight guest-room accommodations used by your group.

namE BadgEs The Convention Bureau provides laser-printed name badges complimentary when 300 or more guest rooms are used by convention delegates. A typed or computer-generated list of names is due two weeks prior to the move-in date. These services are provided otherwise for a nominal fee.

WElcomE lETTErs Upon request, the Bureau will provide “Welcome Delegate” letters from the Mayor, Chair-man of the County Commission and the Bureau’s President/CEO. Print them in your program so attendees will realize the meeting planner’s “clout.”

sPEakErs and EnTErTainmEnT We will be happy to provide a list of speakers available in the area, as well as other entertainment venues and charter motorcoach services.

“WElcomE” PackET for attendees includes the Official Visitor Guide, U.S. Space & Rocket Center brochure, Dining Guide, maps and much more!

WElcomE Bag or envelope provided for informational brochures.

“WElcomE To HunTsvillE” BannEr is ideal for registration area. The message is clear that Huntsville’s hospitality industry is happy your delegates are here.

mEdia assisTancE You simply provide the Convention Bureau with a synopsis of your meeting details and we’ll distribute it to the local media. Your release should include the organization’s name, meeting name, location, dates, speakers’ names and any other pertinent information that describes your event.

Visit us on the webPlanning your meeting in Huntsville gets easier

all the time. Visit our homepage and see what

Huntsville can do for you.

www.huntsville.org



Huntsville, centrally located in the Mid-South, is easy to reach by motorcoach, car or air. It is less than a day’s drive for a quarter

of the nation’s population.

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PoPulation Huntsville Population: 180,105City of Madison Population: 42.938 Madison County Population: 334,811Huntsville Metro Population: 417,593 (includes Madison and Limestone Counties)

Huntsville Area: 174 square miles Madison County Area: 805 square miles

SizeHuntsville is 148 square miles. Madison County is 805 square miles.

elevationDowntown is 600 feet above sea level, with some areas within the city limits up to 1,800 feet above sea level.

loCationDowntown Huntsville is 10 miles north of the Tennessee River, 300 miles north of the Gulf of Mexico. The city is surrounded on three sides by the foothills of the Appalachian Mountains.

teMPeratureAverage annual temperature: 60.5Average annual days over 90: 38Average annual days below 32: 65Average annual precipitation: 56.4 inches Average annual snowfall: 4 inches

highwaySHuntsville is served by several U.S. Highways, including 72, 231, 431 and an Interstate highway spur with I-565, Alabama Highway 53 also connects the city with I-65 in Ardmore, Tennessee.

HUNTSVILLE FACTSHuntsville, centrally located in the MidSouth, is easy to reach by car or air.

It is less than a day’s drive for a quarter of the nation’s population.

Number of Hotel Rooms in Region ..........................................................6,000

Exhibit/Meeting Space at Von Braun Convention Center ..............170,000 sq ft

Miles from Airport to Downtown ..................................................................12

Minutes from Airport to Downtown ..............................................................20

tiMe zone Huntsville is in the Central Time Zone and uses Daylight Savings Time.

taXeS Sales tax on goods, and services is 8%, hotel/motel room tax is 12% plus a $1 city surcharge.



Flying to Huntsville is easy. Huntsville International Airport is served by 70 jet flights daily operated by Delta Air Lines, American Airlines, Northwest, US Airways, Continental and United.

• The airport has direct jet service from hubs in Chicago, Dallas, Washington, Atlanta, Charlotte, Houston and Memphis. Annual passenger boardings are in excess of 1,000,000. For current flight schedule, check the website at www.hsvairport.org.

• The Business Center and Lounge on the third floor of the terminal offers data ports, fax and conference room facilities. The Four Points Hotel by Sheraton is located in the terminal building.

• The airport is 12 miles from downtown Huntsville via I-565.

• Most Huntsville area hotels offer complimentary shuttle van service to and from the airport.

• Convention delegates who rent cars don’t have to worry about getting wet while picking up their vehicles, thanks to a new parking deck. The deck provides covered parking, covered access to rental cars and direct entry to the terminal.

• Rental car agencies are located adjacent to baggage claim and at nearby off-site locations.

• Taxi service to and from the airport is available throughout the daily schedule of arrivals and departures. The average fare to hotels is under $20.

• Limo service can be easily arranged through local firms.

• www.hsvairport.org

MADISON COUNTy ExECUTIVE AIRPORT• The Madison County Executive Airport features a 5,008’ x 100’ runway with extended taxiway,

which allows corporate jets access to the airport.

• The 5,600 square foot Smith Haywood Terminal Building offers many conveniences for pilots and passengers including:

– A transient pilot’s lounge, featuring shower facilities, kitchenette, washer & dryer, and comfortable furnishings for resting and lounging.

– Large and small conference rooms that allow large and small corporations to fly in and use for meetings.

– Pilot weather briefing room.

• The airport is 11 miles from downtown Huntsville via Hwy. 231/431.

• www.mceaa.org

HUNTSVILLE INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT



A N N U A L E V E N T S

Month of April Spring FeStival oF FlowerS

Huntsville Botanical Garden

Month of April Spring Farm DayS

Burritt on the Mountain

Last Weekend of Aprilpanoply® artS FeStival

Big Spring International Park

Huntsville offers dozens of exciting special events year round, including Spring Festival of Flowers, Whistlestop BBQ Festival, Indian Heritage Festival and Galaxy of Lights. Touring companies light up the Broadway Theater League and Merrimack Hall stages and

local casts perform at Renaissance Theater while the Huntsville Symphony performs at the Von Braun Center. Call 800-772-2348 or consult Huntsville’s Calendar of Events at www.huntsville.org

HOLIDAY HAPPENINGSThanksgiving Day through New Year’s Eve

galaxy oF lightS


Month of DecemberSanta’S village

Alabama Constitution Village

First Thursday, Friay & Saturday of DecemberKriS Kringle’S CanDlelight ChriStmaS


Second Saturday of DecemberSpirit oF ChriStmaS paSt home tour

Huntsville’s Twickenham District

September and OctoberSCareCrow trail anD enChanteD ForeSt


First Saturday in OctobermaDiSon Street FeStival

Downtown Madison

October hiStoriC Cemetery Stroll

Maple Hill Cemetery

OUTDOOR CONCERTSSelect Friday Evenings May through AugustCity lightS & StarS


Monday Evenings June through Labor DayConCertS in the parK

Big Spring International Park

Thursday Evenings June through AugustmaDiSon gazebo ConCertS

Downtown Madison

SPRING & SUMMER CELEBRATIONS

First Weekend of May huntSville pilgrimage

Huntsville Historic Districts

First Weekend of May whiStle Stop FeStival &

roCKet City bbQ CooK-oFF

Historic Huntsville Depot

May through September butterFly houSe


FALL FESTIVALSThird Saturday of October

inDian heritage harveSt FeStival


October 30-31SpooKtaCular SCienCe Sci-Quest Hands-on

Science center


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TOTAL SQ. FT. LARGEST SQ. FT. PHONE OF mEETiNG OF mEETiNG LARGEST FAciLiTy NUmBER SPAcE SPAcE mEETiNG SPAcE

Von Braun Center 256.533.1953 170,000 100,800 210’ x 480’ Agribition Center 256.859.5896 99,000 51,282 198’ x 259’ Benton Wilcoxon Ice Complex 256.883.3774 2,500 740 37’ x 20’ Burritt on the Mountain 256.536.2882 2,593 1,363 47’ x 29’ Ditto Landing Marina & Port Authority 256.882.1057 4,200 EarlyWorks Museum 256.564.8100 3,500 3,450 75’ x 46’ Historic Huntsville Depot 7,500 90’ x 115’ x 60’ Alabama Constitution Village 1,320 1,320 60’ x 22’ Huntsville Botanical Garden 256.430.3572 7,700 60’ x 25’ x 50’ Huntsville Museum of Art 256.535.4350 6,439 2,784 48’ x 58’ The Historic Lowry House 256.489.9200 Jackson Conference Center 256.327.7320 13,000 7,584 79’ x 96’ Merrimack Hall Performing Art Center 256.534.6455 3,000 31’ x 77’ Monte Sano State Park & Lodge 256.539.7174 2,328 1,800 30’ x 60’ North ALabama Railroad Museum 256.851.6276 1,786 850 85’ x 10’ Sci-Quest 256.837.0606 25,000 2,013 61’ x 33’ The Summit at Big Spring 256.319.7909 3,000 U.S. Space & Rocket Center 256.721.7183 70,000 42,000 Davidson Center for Space Exploration 68,200 68,200 Veterans Memorial Museum 256.883.3737 12,000 12,000 100’ x 120’ Weeden House Museum 256.536.7718

information provided by individual attractions. Contact each venue for rates and date availability.



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TheaTerAppropriate for large sessions and short lectures that do not require extensive note-taking. this is a convenient setup to use before breaking into discussion or role-playing groups because chairs can be moved.

BanqueTgenerally used for meals and sessions involving small group discussions. A five foot round table seats eight people comfortably. A six foot round table seats ten people comfortably.

Classroomthe most desirable setup for medium to large-size lectures. Requires a relatively large room. tables provide attendees with space for spreading out materials and taking notes.

reCepTionStand-up social function where beverages and light foods are served. Foods may be presented on small buffet tables or passed by servers. May precede a meal function.

ConferenCe and hollow squareAppropriate for interactive discussions and note-taking sessions for fewer than 25 people. Many hotels have elegant “boardrooms” for 10 to 20 people, equipped with full audiovi-sual capabilities, a writing board and a flip chart.

e-shape, u-shape and T-shapeAppropriate for groups of fewer than 40 people. these are best for interaction with a leader seated at the head of the setup. Audiovisual is usually best set up at the open end of the seating.

ovals and roundsgenerally used for meals and sessions involving small group discussions. A five foot round table seats eight people comfortably. A six foot table seats ten people comfortably.

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the Von Braun Center has more than 170,000 square feet of flexible meeting and exhibit space to accommodate your convention and meeting requirements.

the South Hall provides more than 100,000 square feet of contiguous space with 35-foot ceilings and 82,000 square feet of column free exhibit space. the hall has meeting rooms and a 20,000-square-foot pre-function lobby over a 500-space covered parking garage.

the North Hall is an attractive 23,000-square-foot banquet hall that accommodates up to 1,800 for a seated meal function. On-premises catering makes it easy, too.

Additional meeting rooms and a smaller exhibit hall provide numerous options for break-outs and exhibits.

the convention center is conveniently located just off interstate 565 and is a 15-minute drive from the Huntsville international Airport. the convention center overlooks beautiful Big Spring park and a ring of mountains that flank Downtown Huntsville.

the multi-purpose facility is equipped to accommodate major concerts, touring Broadway shows, ballets, concerts and performances of the Huntsville Symphony Orchestra. the 8,000-seat Arena, a 1,950-seat Concert Hall and a 500-seat playhouse theater are available for conferences and seminars.

the turn-key facility is managed by a team of experienced professionals who guarantees success. For additional information, contact the Marketing Department at 256.533.1953.

Von Braun Center700 Monroe Street, Huntsville, Al 35801256.533.1953 / Fax 256.551.2203www.vonbrauncenter.com email: [email protected]



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south hall Room Dimensions sq Ft Booths theateR Banquet ClassRoom

Total South Exhibit Hall 210 x 480 100,800 600 10,080 6,700 5,040 South Hall 1 210 x 240 50,400 304 5,000 3,360 2,520 South Hall 2 210 x 150 31,500 200 3,150 2,100 1,575 South Ballroom 220’ x 74’ 16,280 75 1,500 1,000 750 Lobby/Prefunction 20,000

east hall Room Dimensions sq Ft Booths theateR Banquet ClassRoom

Total Exhibit Hall 24,880 160 East Hall 1 79 x 116 9,164 60 1,200 600 550 East Hall 2 79 x 116 9,164 60 1,200 600 550 East Hall 3 63 x 106 6,552 40 650 420 330

North hall Room Dimensions sq Ft Booths theateR Banquet ClassRoom

Total North Banquet 112 x 207 23,184 133 2,300 1,800 1,500 North Hall 1 112 x 66 7,392 36 725 480 460 North Hall 2 112 x 66 7,392 36 725 480 460 North Hall 3 112 x 75 8,400 45 725 480 460




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MeetiNg rooMs Room Dimensions sq. Ft. theateR Banquet ClassRoom

South Hall Ballroom 1 45’ x 74’ 3,330 315 205 150 Ballroom 2 45’ x 74’ 3,330 315 205 150 Ballroom 3 45’ x 74’ 3,330 315 205 150 Ballroom 4 45’ x 74’ 3,330 315 205 150 Ballroom 5 45’ x 74’ 3,330 280 185 140 Meeting Room 1 30’ x 40’ 1,200 120 80 60 Meeting Room 2 34’ x 40’ 1,360 135 90 65 Meeting Room 3 20’ x 18’ 360 30 --- --- Lobby 4,200 Ballroom Pre-function 6,432 Exhibit Pre-function 10,400

North Hall Salon 1 38 x 75 2850 285 190 140 Salon 1A 38 x 36 1368 135 90 65 Salon 1B 38 x 39 1482 145 95 705 Salon 2 38 x 30 1140 110 75 55 Salon 3 38 x 72 2736 270 180 135 Salon 4 30 x 35 1050 85 55 40 Salon 5 30 x 33 990 95 65 50 Salon 6 19 x 56 1064 105 70 50 Salon 6A 19 x 28 532 50 35 25 Salon 6B 19 x 28 532 50 35 25 Salon 7 20 x 15 300 ––– 8 ––– Salon 8 19 x 38 722 45 24 30 Salon 10 20 x 56 1120 105 70 50




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Agribition Center4925 Moores Mill Road, Huntsville, Al 35811256.859.5896 / Fax 256.859.7813saes.aamu.edu/Research/AgribitionCenter.htm

Room lxW sq.Ft. Banquet ReCeption ClassRoom theatRe

Pavilion 250’ x 150’ 38,000 Arena 198’ x 259’ 51,200 500 500 1500 Mezzanine 2 rooms 9,000 75 150 Conference 40’ x 20’ 800 65 100 60 40

the arena has a dirt floor (used for livestock shows for horses, cattle, rodeos, meetings, and receptions).

Benton Wilcoxon Ice Complex3185 leeman Ferry Road, Huntsville, Al 35801256.883.3774 / Fax 256.883.3685www.iceskate.org


Party Room #1 37’ x 20’ 740 70 45 60 Party Room #2 18’ x 20’ 360 50 25 35 Board Room 39’ x 18’ 700 30 65 35 50 Ballet Room 700 30 65 35 50



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Burritt on the Mountain3101 Burritt Drive, Huntsville, Al 35801256.532.1784 / Fax 256.532.1784www.burrittmuseum.com


Trillium 47’ x 29’ 1,363 96 150 45 150 Church 30’ x 41’ 1,230 100 36 100 Gazebo & Patio 36’ diameter

Ditto Landing Marina and Port AuthorityHobbs island Roadp.O. Box 14250, Huntsville, Al 35815256.882.1057 / Fax: 256.880.7620www.dittolanding.com

Kingston Pavilion (picnic) 350 2,800 sq. ft. Campers Pavilion (picnic) 120 1,400 sq. ft.



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EarlyWorks Museum Complex404 Madison Street, Huntsville, Al 35801256.564.8100 / Fax 256.564.8151www.earlyworks.com


Grand Hall 74’ x 46’ 3,400 200 500 200 250

Historic Huntsville Depot – Round House 90’ x 115’ x 60’ 7,000 350 600 300 500 Aunt Eunice’s Country Kitchen Museum 35 50

Alabama Constitution Village – Constitution Hall 60’ x 22’ 1,320 50 125 50 120

Huntsville Botanical Garden 4747 Bob Wallace Avenue, Huntsville, Al 35805256.430.3572 ext 243, 237 / Fax 256.830.5314www.hsvbg.org


The Arbor 60’ x 25’ x 50’ 3,600 160 299 200 Arbor Courtyard used in conjunction with the Arbor Paved: 50’x70’ and Grass: 50’ x 40’ Murray Hall 65’ x 39’ x 25’ 2,700 80 150 100 The following areas of wide open spaces and landscaped gardens can be used in conjunction with Murray Hall: Teledyne Terrace and Encore Garden Boeing Education 40’ x 31’ 1,400 100 60 80 The following areas can be used in conjunction with Boeing Education Room: Grisham Pavilion 200 Summer House and Aquatic Garden



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Huntsville Museum of Art300 South Church Street, Huntsville, Al 35801256.535.4350 / Fax 256.533.6748www.hsvmuseum.org


Great Hall 48’ x 58’ 2,784 160 244 80 200 Beck 38’ x 34’ 1,292 64 110 30 100 Orientation Room 33’ x 36’ 1,188 48 100 25 75 Parlor 25’ x 24’ 600 24 54 12 40 Board Room 25’ x 23’ 575 24 52 12 40 North Patio 200 350 150

The Historic Lowry House1205 Kildare Street northwest, Huntsville, Al 35801256.489.9200 www.thelowryhouse.com Room lxW sq.Ft. ReCeption

The Historic Lowry House 2,965 sq. ft. John Lowry Room (Parlor) 18’4” X 18’2” Elizabeth Lowry Room (Dining Room) 17’ X 16’ carriage Room (Sunroom) 13’9” X 13’2” meridian Room 15’2” X 12’ Governors Room 15’11” X 16’ Tent Outside 20’ X 30’ 90 people



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Monte Sano State Park and LodgeMonte Sano State park5105 nolen Avenue, Huntsville, Al 35801256.539.7174 / Fax 256.539.7174www.alapark.com


Oak Banquet Hall 30’ x 60’ 1,800 110 175 90 175 Dogwood Room 22’ x 24’ 528 64 90 42 90 Entire Lodge 8,000 270 300 130 265 Large Pavilion Small Pavilion YACC Pavilion

North Alabama Railroad Museump.O. Box 4163 (609 Chase Road)Huntsville, Al 35815256.851.6276www.suncompsvc.com/narm


Dining Car 85’ x 10’ 40 Pavilion 26’ x 36’ 2 picnic tables



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Sci-Quest102-D Wynn Drive, Huntsville, Al 35805256.837.0606 / Fax 256.837.4536www.sci-quest.org


Lowe Hall 61’ x 33’ 2,013 80 200 72 165 Lowe Hall (1 room) 30’ x 33’ 990 40 100 36 75 Full Facility 25,000 500 800 Immersive Theater 56

Veterans Memorial Museum2060A Airport Road, Huntsville, Al 35801256.883.3737 / Fax 256. 883.3912www.memorialmuseum.org


Museum 100’ x 120’ 12,000 50 150 30 60

Weeden House Museum300 gates Avenue, Huntsville, Al 35801256.536.7718


First Floor 30 50 Inside, porch and tent outside 110



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U.S. Space & Rocket CenterOne tranquility Base, Huntsville, Al 35805256.837.3400www.spacecamp.com/museum


Main Exhibit Area 250 Galaxy Dining Room 10,000 275 300 Shuttle Park 1,000 4,000 Spacedome Imax Theater 288 Spacedome Lobby 2,585 150 Spacedome Classroom 1,276 74 Davidson Center for Space Exploration 68,200 1,000 1,500 364 Astrotek Building 5,730 150 200 Corporate Classrooms I, II, III 50 70 25-50 Education Training Facility (ETF) 1,724 75 150 120 125 ETF Science Room 1,240 34 Discovery Theater 2,376 170 Challenger Auditorium 3,850 400



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DAViSOn CenteR FOR SpACe eXplORAtiOnat the U.S. SpACe & ROCKet CenteROne Tranquility Base, Huntsville256-837-3400 or 800-63-SPACEwww.spacecamp.com/museum

the U.S. Space & Rocket Center (USSRC) of Huntsville, Alabama, is a Smithsonian institute Affiliate Museum and an Official Visitor informa-tion Center for nASA’s Marshall Space Flight Center. the USSRC operates a museum which displays over 600 space artifacts in over 60,000 square feet of exhibit space. the most recent addition to the USSRC is the Davidson Saturn V Center, the 68,200-square-foot building that houses the Saturn V rocket. the Davidson Saturn V Center is the new front door for the USSRC museum complex. this new building creates a total of more than 100,000 square feet of exhibit space with the USSRC complex, making it the largest museum in the world devoted exclusively to space and space artifacts. in addition to housing the Saturn V, a national Historic landmark, the Davidson Saturn V Center includes such Apollo artifacts as the Apollo 16 capsule with parachutes;

capsule and lunar rover trainers; space suits; moon rock obtained during the Apollo 12 mission; a lunar tool set; lunar rover; and lunar lander. the facility also has a 350-seat auditorium, a full service kitchen, and comfortably seats 1,000 people. Because the Saturn V is displayed at least 10 feet above floor level, the area under the rocket is available for special events. located directly adjacent to the new building, the entry courtyard for the Davidson Saturn V Center is a permanent, outdoor museum exhibit called the Apollo Courtyard, where the nine Saturn V lunar missions is commemorated. the courtyard is centered around the standing replica of the Saturn V and bordered with walls featuring names of those who donated to the Saturn V Restoration project.

Saturn V named ingood Morning America’s

8 WOnDeRSOF AMeRiCA

Saturn V: The Moon RocketNASA’s Saturn V rocket is the embodiment

of America’s spirit of ingenuity.



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HiSTOriC MErriMACk HAll is nestled in what was once the Merrimack Mill textile village. the original structure was built in 1890, to be incorporated into a larger facility named “Merrimack Hall” in 1920, serving as a central hub for mill village community events and meetings. the building underwent major renovations in 2006/2007, becoming a state-of-the-art center that honors the history and charm of the original building. Merrimack Hall provides new opportunities for off-site meetings and event needs to area businesses and organizations, as well as special group discount structures for some of our performances. ease of parking, streamlined communication with staff, flexibility of set-up, and state-of-the-art facilities make Merrimack Hall an excellent choice for corporate conferences, meetings, luncheons–and especially for entertainment!

venue/specs info:

lOBBy: Merrimack Hall’s spacious foyer lobby can accommodate registration space and display space. Stairs and elevator allow easy access to upstairs areas. Merrimack Hall’s lobby is equipped with handicap accessible restrooms.

PErfOrMAnCE HAll: Our performance Hall has been outfitted with state-of-the-art technical amenities and has been designed to accommodate a wide variety of uses. Our performance Hall will provide an ideal venue for meetings, conferences, lectures and seminars. Seating capacity in the performance Hall is 302 people. We have 258 fixed theatre seats with an additional 44 individual, movable floor seats.

Merrimack Hall has the capability to have open seating or reserved seating through our online ticketing system. equipped with a state-of-the-art projection system, the theatre is an ideal place for meetings, lectures, or shows.

performance hall specs: Seats 302 in theatre seats Stage measures 58 feet wide x 28 feet deep

DAnCE STuDiO: this room is ideal for corporate entertainment! Measuring approximately 31 by 77 feet, our Dance Studio has approximately 3,000 square feet of space, a beautiful 100 year-old sprung-wood floor, a state-of-the-art sound system, and 80 feet of mirrors. this space can be designed and dressed to accommodate cocktail receptions, seated dinner parties, and meetings that require space for displays or small trade shows. the capacity of the room depends upon the set-up required for each event.

dance studio specs: l X W: 31 x 77 feet 3,000 square feet Banquet: 144 Reception: 250 Classroom: 144

PrivATE GrEEn rOOM: Our green Room is a private space with Wi-Fi, closed-circuit television, telephone and clear-com use. this space is also equipped with the use of a kitchenette, dining area and two private restrooms and showers.

Merrimack Hall Performing Arts Center 3320 triana Boulevard Huntsville, Al 35805 256 534-6455 (534-Mill) www.merrimackhall.com



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The Summit at Big Spring 100 Church Street Suite 100 Huntsville, Al 35801 256.319.7909 256.319.7919 fax www.thesummitatbigspring.com

Conveniently located in the heart of downtown, The Summit at Big Spring sits high above the Huntsville Museum of Art and Big Spring park, providing unparalleled views of the city from every quarter of the magnificent open space. the Summit at Big Spring redefines elegance with over 3,000 square feet of an open “loft style” venue defining the space as a blank canvas for you to create the event of your dreams. Committed to exceed your highest expectations, we offer you the complete freedom to select your style. your discretion determines the décor and type of event, and you choose the catering option of your choice, without the typical venue-imposed limitations. After all, this is your special day. Features include: two outside terraces boasting views of the city with bistro style seating, an open setting that serves as your blank canvas for one truly memorable event, an unmatched catering kitchen designed for efficiency, and a grand room for up to 275 of your guests. By combining contemporary form and the amenities to serve in one unforgettable setting, we are sure you will find the Summit at Big Spring functionally and aesthetically unmatched in comparison. that makes us the ideal venue for weddings, formal engagements, intimate dinner parties and business entertaining. As well as lofty expectations. amenities include: Walk out balconies with high top tables Scenic views from every direction A full catering kitchen Access to covered parking

location: 8th Floor RBC Building Classroom: 50 Banquet: 175 Reception: 275



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Jackson Conference Center in Cummings Research park600 genome WayHuntsville, Al 35806 256.327.7320 / Fax: [email protected]

The Jackson Conference Center supports the development, coordination and implementation of professional, educational and research oriented conferences, seminars and meetings while encouraging participation interaction and stimulating innovative thinking.

the Jackson Center is everything you want in a Conference Center. Over 13,000 square feet of versatile meeting space, high definition video conferencing, wireless touch panel audio visual system, complimentary wireless internet, hands on staff, inclusive package prices and multi day conference packages with hotel accommodations.



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A&M University Prince Preyer Multi-Purpose CenterCollege plaza Shopping Center 1 large room4701 Meridian Street, Suite i Sit-down 200Huntsville, Al 35811 Outside catering allowed256.852.7228 no alcohol

Blue Springs Recreational Facility 4600 Blue Springs Road Stand-up 200-250 / Sit-down 150-200Huntsville, Al Kitchen256.851.4001 Outside catering allowed / no alcohol

Brahan Spring Park Recreation Center Meeting Room3770 ivy Avenue 1 room – 40-50Huntsville, Al Kitchen256.883.3710 Outside catering allowed no alcohol Cahaba Shrine Temple 6001 pulaski pike Stand-up 800 / Sit-down 500-600p.O. Drawer 3388 KitchenHuntsville, Al 35810 Outside catering allowed256.859.4470 / 256.859.4471 Alcohol (complying to in-house laws)

Calvary Hill Neighborhood Center 2900 Fairbanks nW Sit-down 150Huntsville, Al 35816 Kitchen256.427.5800 Outside catering allowed / no alcohol

Crestwood Women’s Center Crestwood Medical Center Campus 1 room – 0-50 185 Chateau Drive Outside cateringHuntsville, Al 35801 no kitchen available256.880.4735 Available to women’s organizations

Hampton Cove Golf Course 450 Old Highway 431 South 1 Room – 50-150Owens Cross Roads, Al 35763 Catering-in-house256.551.1818

Huntsville Madison County Public Library915 Monroe Street non-profit or civic organizationsHuntsville, Al 35801 Stand-up 200 / Sit-down 100256.532.5940 / www.hpl.lib.al.us Kitchenette Outside catering allowed / no alcohol

Huntsville-Madison County Senior Center2200 Drake Avenue Stand-up 400 / Sit-down 350Huntsville, Al 35805 Catering by Kurt (only)256.880.7080 ext 239

Imhotep Art Gallery 1 room1107 Jordan lane Catering by narvellHuntsville, Al no alcohol256.895.0440 (This is the correct number, it is a Dr. Office)

Interior Market Place 5732 Highway 431 S 4 interconnected roomsBrownsboro, Al 35741 1 room – 6-14256.533.4442 Additional seating outsideFax 256.539.9113 Catering-in-housewww.cynsheas.com Beer and wine

Jaycee Building 2180 Airport Road 1 roomHuntsville, Al 35802 Stand-up 550-600 / Sit-down 400256.883.3728 Caterer’s Kitchen Outside catering allowed

Joe W. Davis Stadium3125 leeman Ferry RoadHuntsville, Al 35801256.882.2562Fax 256.880.0801www.huntsvillestars.com

Knights of Columbus 3053 leeman Ferry Road, SW Stand-up 400 / Sit-down 250Huntsville, Al 35805 Kitchen256.881.4070 Outside catering allowed

The Madison County Executive Airport Authority358 Bolling Road 75-100Meridianville, Al 35759 Outside catering256.828.3883 Kitchenette

Madison County Nature Trail on Green Mountain5000 nature trail Road pavilion 50Huntsville, Al 35803 Chapel 20256.883.9501www.co.madison.al.us

Madison County LakeCounty lake Roadgurley, Al 35748256.776.4905www.co.madison.al.us

Monaco Pictures 370 the Bridge Street 14 screensHuntsville, Al 35806 theatre style only / 2,736 seats256.327.8340 privé - must be 21 or older

National Guard Armory Building5141 triana Blvd. SW size not verifiedHuntsville, Al 35805Available upon approval of Commander256-650-2780

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oak Place east Huntsville Baptist Church Several rooms available – 50-80808 Maysville Road KitchenHuntsville, Al Outside catering256.539.0309 no alcohol256.536.9911This is an antebellum historic home built in 1840.

optimist Park 310 Dallas Street 1 Room – 40-80Huntsville, Al 35801 Kitchen256.427.5775 Outside catering / no alcohol

Rave Movie Pictures 1485 Four Mile post Road 18 screensHuntsville, Al 35802 theatre style only256.882.1202 Beverages and snacks / no alcohol

Regal Cinemas 3312 South Memorial parkway 12 screensHuntsville, Al 35801 theatre style only256.883.1101 Beverages and snacks allowedFax 256.883.1885 Kitchen Outside catering allowed / no alcohol

Regions Bank 201 Williams 1 room – 0-50Huntsville, Al 35801 not set up for sit-down256.535.0100 non-profit groups only Outside catering allowed

Scruggs Community Center 600 Davis Circle gym – 100-125Huntsville, Al 35801 1 room – 0-40256.427.5770 Kitchen Outside catering / no alcohol

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Sharon Johnston Park 783 Coleman Road pavilions 200new Market, Al 358761256.379.2868Fax 256.379-2151www.co.madison.al.us

Southern Adventures Family Fun Center & Waterpark2150 leeman Ferry CircleHuntsville, Al 35801256.880.6599Fax 256.382.2069www.southernadventures.net

Trinity Methodist Church 607 Airport Road SW Hi-tech audio visual auditoriumHuntsville, Al 35802 theater/Auditorium, Seats 1300256.883.3200 ext. 201 Dining Hall serving meals, Sit-down 250

Unitarian Universalist Church on the Mountain2222 governors Drive Se Stand-up 200 / Sit-down 150Huntsville, Al 35801 Deck256.534.0508 Kitchen256.539.4389Fax 256.539.0037



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801 Franklin private dining/meeting rooms801 Franklin Street Se 1 room – 0-20Huntsville, Al 35801 1 room – 0-20256.519.8019 • Fax 256.519.6801Upscale casual dressy

Barnhill’s Buffet Semi-private dining/meeting room3801 University Drive 1 room – 0-80Huntsville, Al 35816256.535.4423 • Fax 256.534.8128

Bonefish Grill4800 Whitesburg Dr. SouthHuntsville, Al 35802256.883.0643Upscale casual dressy

Cantino Laredothe Bridge StreetHuntsville, Al 35806256.327.8580

Choices private dining/meeting rooms2136 Highway 72 east 1 room – 0-22Huntsville, Al 35811 1 room – 0-85256.859.9700 • Fax 256.859.9706Casual atmosphere

The Chophouse private dining/meeting roomsWashington Square 0-100109 Washington StreetHuntsville, Al 35801256.704.5555 • Fax 256.704.5562 • [email protected] atmosphere

Clementine’s Facility can be rented for private600 O’Shaughnessy meeting evenings onlyHuntsville, Al 35801 0-70256.512.0697 • Fax 256.512.0699Casual atmosphere

Connors Steak House & Seafoodthe Bridge StreetHuntsville, Al 35806256.327.8425

Dolcethe Bridge StreetHuntsville, Al 35806256.327.8385Upscale casual dressy

Gibson’s Barbeque private dining/meeting room3319 Memorial parkway South 1 room – 0-50Huntsville, Al 35801256-881-4851 • Fax 256-881-9553Casual atmosphere

Greenbrier Bar-B-Que private dining/meeting room15050 Highway 20 1 room – 0-100Madison, Al 35758256.353.9769 • Fax 256.355.4298Casual atmosphere

Greenbrier Restaurant (Original) private dining/meeting rooms27028 Old Highway 20 1 room – 0-110Madison, Al 35756 1 room – 0-48256.351.1800 • Fax 256.351.7033Casual atmosphere

Interior MarketPlace the Board Room by Cyn Shea 5732 Highway 431 S 1 room – 0-75Brownsboro, Al 35741 Additional seating can be arranged 256.533.4442 • Fax 256.539.9113 outside on front porch & courtyardwww.cynsheas.com Catering-in-house, beer and wine only

Landry’s Seafood House 1 room – 0-355101 governors House DriveHuntsville, Al 35805256.864.0000 • Fax 256.864.0001Casual atmosphere

Lone Star Steakhouse private dining/meeting room5901 University Drive 1 room – 0-40Huntsville, Al 35806256.837.0010 • Fax 256.837.0176Very casual atmosphere

Luciano’s private dining/meeting room964 Airport Road 1 room – 0-50Huntsville, Al 358002256.885.0505Casual atmosphere

Main Street Café private dining/meeting room101 Main Street 2 rooms – 0-8Madison, Al 35758256.461.8096 • Fax 256.461.1746Casual atmosphere

Mullins Drive In-Family Restaurant private dining/meeting room6507 Andrew Jackson Way ne 1 room – 0-50Huntsville, Al 35801 Also does catering256.539.2826 • Fax 256.534.1547Casual atmosphere



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PF Chang’sthe Bridge StreetHuntsville, Al 35806256.327.8320

Pauli’s Bar & Grill private dining/meeting roomsWashington Square 0-100109 Washington StreetHuntsville, Al 35801256.704.5555 • Fax 256.704.5562 • [email protected] atmosphere

Romano’s Macaroni Grille private dining/meeting room5901-g University 1 room – 0-30Huntsville, Al 35806 256.722.4770 • Fax 256.722.9102Upscale northern italian

Rosie’s Mexican Cantina private dining/meeting room7540 Memorial parkway 1 room – 0-40Huntsville, Al 35802256.382.3232 • 256.382.3234Casual atmosphere

Surin private dining/meeting room7840 Highway 72 West 1 room – 0-55Madison, Al 35758256.895.3343 • Fax 256.895.3346 Upscale atmosphere

Southern Adventures Amazon Café Dining/meeting room2150 leeman Ferry Circle 1 room – 0-200Huntsville, Al 35801256.880.6599 • Fax 256.382.2069Casual atmosphere

Tim’s Cajun Kitchen private dining/meeting room114 Jordan lane 1 room – 0-70Huntsville, Al 35816 Available evenings Mon.-thurs.256.533.7589 • 256.533.7560 Beer and wine onlyCasual Atmosphere

Trinity Methodist Church private dining/meeting room607 Airport Road SW 1 room – 0-250Huntsville, Al 35802256.883.3200 ext. 201 • Fax 256.883.3234

Victoria’s Café private dining/meeting rooms7540 Memorial parkway SW 1 room – 0-25Huntsville, Al 35802 1 room – 0-40256.881.0403 1 room – 0-70Casual atmosphere



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CONVENTION HOTELS Embassy Suites 256.539.7373 800.EMBASSY 295 suites 12 mi. Adjacent 10 21,064 4,784 325 225 250 Marriott Huntsville 256.830.2222 800.228.9290 290 rooms 10 mi. 4 mi. 12 12,506 6,000 825 400 500 Holiday Inn Huntsville Downtown 256.533.1400 800.465.4329 270 rooms 12 mi. Adjacent 13 14,000 4,250 600 275 400 Westin Huntsville 256.428.2000 210 rooms 10 mi. 9 mi. 8 10,000 7,972 1,000 378 600 Holiday Inn - Research Park 256.830.0600 800.845.7275 200 rooms 14 mi. 5 mi. 6 9,242 3,920 600 200 500 Radisson Suite Hotel 256.882.9400 800.333.3333 151 suites 16 mi. 6 mi. 7 4,119 1,300 150 100 130 Four Points Sheraton - Airport 256.772.9661 800.241.7873 146 rooms located At 12 mi. 9 4,499 2,582 275 125 200 Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites 256.721.1000 800.345.7720 146 rooms 12 mi. 2 mi. 3 3,200 1,500 125 75 80 Tom Bevill Conference Center & Hotel 256.721.9428 888.721.9428 100 rooms 10 mi. 4 mi. 14 20,119 2,592 150 100 100

MADISON HOTELS Holiday Inn West I-565 256.772.7170 800.826.9563 168 rooms 1 mi. 11 mi. 7 3,612 1,386 125 70 100 Country Hearth Inn & Suites 256.772.0701 800.272.6232 145 rooms 3 mi. 12 mi. 5 4,400 2,400 200 96 Days Inn Huntsville Airport 256.772.9550 800.329.7466 143 rooms 3 mi. 12 mi. 1 35 Radisson Inn Huntsville Airport 256.772.8855 800.333.3333 136 rooms 2 mi. 12 mi. 4 2,687 1,200 120 75 100 Baymont Inn 256.258.0800 55 rooms 1.5 mi. 10 mi Federal Square Motel & Suites 256.772.8470 800.458.1639 126 rooms 1.5 mi. 10 mi. Value Place Extended Stay Hotel 256.325.6300 121 rooms 2 mi. 8 mi. Hampton Inn Madison 256.464.8999 800.426.7866 153 rooms 2 mi. 10 mi. Motel 6 256.772.7479 800.466.8356 90 rooms 8 mi. 3 mi. LaQuinta Inn & Suites Madison 256.258.2777 800.331.5900 76 rooms 3 mi. 12 mi. 1 625

SMALLER HOTELS Best Western – Rocket City Inn & Suites 256.837.7412 800.937.8376 63 rooms 10 mi. 10 mi. Country Inn & Suites By Carlson 256.837.4070 800.456.4000 170 rooms 20 mi. 5 mi. 3 1,679 975 90 40 80 Courtyard By Marriott 256.837.1400 800.321.2211 149 rooms 13 mi. 6 mi. 2 1,224 624 40 30 25 GuestHouse Suites Plus 256.837.8907 800.21.GUEST 112 rooms 14 mi. 6 mi. 1 320 320 40 25 25 Hampton Inn - Arsenal South Parkway 256.882.2228 800.426.7866 90 rooms 15 mi. 5 mi. 1 288 288 15 Hamton Inn - Hampton Cove 256.532.2110 95 rooms Hampton Inn - University 256.830.9400 800.426.7866 167 rooms 8 mi. 3 mi. Hilton Garden Inn 256.430.1778 877.782.9444 101 rooms 11 mi 5 mi. 4 1,438 1,150 100 66 75 Homewood Suites - Village of Providence 256.895.9511 800.225.5466 107 rooms 12 mi. 8 mi. La Quinta Inn East - Space Center 256.533.0756 800.531.5900 130 rooms 10 mi. 3 mi. 2 880 440 30 24 24 La Quinta Inn West - Research Park 256.830.2070 800.531.5900 130 rooms 10 mi. 5 mi. Spring Hill Suites - Opening Winter 2011 153 rooms

ACCOMMODATIONS America’s Best Inn 256.539.9671 800.237.8466 60 rooms 9 mi. 2 mi. Best Value Inn 256.536.7441 82 rooms 9 mi. 2 mi. Budget Inn 256.890.0700 40 rooms 8 mi. 4 mi. Candlewood Suite Hotel 256.830.8222 800.946.6200 150 rooms 7 mi. 5 mi. Comfort Inn 256.562.2525 70 rooms 5 mi. 5 mi. Comfort Suites 256.562.2400 800.424.6423 70 rooms 5 mi. 8 mi. Days Inn 256.971.0208 800.329.7466 45 rooms 17 mi. 14 mi. EconoLodge 256.881.7620 57 rooms 10 mi. 5 mi. Economy Inn 256.534.7061 800.424.4777 81 rooms 5.5 mi. 2 mi. Extended Stay America 256.830.9110 800.398.7829 108 rooms 9 mi. 5 mi. Fairfield Inn by Marriott 256.971.0921 800.228.2800 79 rooms 17 mi. 14 mi. Hilton Garden Inn 256.881.4170 102 rooms 15 mi. 3 mi. InTown Suites 256.830.2434 800.553.9338 133 rooms 11 mi. 5 mi. Kings Inn 256.881.1250 112 rooms 21 mi. 6 mi. Knights Inn 256.864.0388 800.843.5644 57 rooms 6 mi. 4 mi. LaQuinta Inn Madison Square Mall 256.830.8999 800.531.5900 99 rooms 12 mi. 4 mi. Microtel Inn & Suites 256.859.6655 800.771.7171 62 rooms 19 mi. 7 mi. Quality Inn 256.533.3291 800.221.2222 67 rooms 10 mi. 3 mi. Red Carpet Inn 256.539.8448 800.251.1962 100 rooms 5.5 mi. 2 mi. Residence Inn by Marriott 256.895.0444 800.331.3131 78 rooms 17 mi. 14 mi. Sleep Inn & Suites 56.382.2583 66 rooms 6 mi. 5 mi. Studio Lodge 256.539.2733 75 rooms 13 mi. 3 mi. Super 8 Motel 256.539.8881 800.800.8000 80 rooms 11 mi. 2 mi. TownePlace Suites by Marriott 256.971.5277 86 rooms 12 mi. 7 mi. Value Place 256.489.4710 120 rooms 12 mi. 2.5 mi.

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TheaTerAppropriate for large sessions and short lectures that do not require extensive note-taking. this is a convenient setup to use before breaking into discussion or role-playing groups because chairs can be moved.

BanqueTgenerally used for meals and sessions involving small group discussions. A five foot round table seats eight people comfortably. A six foot round table seats ten people comfortably.

Classroomthe most desirable setup for medium to large-size lectures. Requires a relatively large room. tables provide attendees with space for spreading out materials and taking notes.

reCepTionStand-up social function where beverages and light foods are served. Foods may be presented on small buffet tables or passed by servers. May precede a meal function.

ConferenCe and hollow squareAppropriate for interactive discussions and note-taking sessions for fewer than 25 people. Many hotels have elegant “boardrooms” for 10 to 20 people, equipped with full audiovi-sual capabilities, a writing board and a flip chart.

e-shape, u-shape and T-shapeAppropriate for groups of fewer than 40 people. these are best for interaction with a leader seated at the head of the setup. Audiovisual is usually best set up at the open end of the seating.

ovals and roundsgenerally used for meals and sessions involving small group discussions. A five foot round table seats eight people comfortably. A six foot table seats ten people comfortably.

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Embassy Suites – 295 suites 800 Monroe Street, Huntsville 35801 256.539.7373 / 800.eMBASSY / Fax 256.539.7374 / www.embassysuites.comAirport 12 mi. / vBC attached / S&RC 5 mi.

Meeting Space L x W Sq. Ft. theater cLaSS Banquet

Ballroom 46’ x 104’ 4,784 325 175 300 Ballroom A 46’ x 26’ 1,196 100 70 50 Ballroom A-1 23’ x 26’ 598 40 30 30 Ballroom A-2 23’ x 26’ 598 40 30 30 Ballroom B 46’ x 26’ 1,196 100 70 50 Ballroom c 46’ x 26’ 1,196 100 70 50 Ballroom d 46’ x 26’ 1,196 100 70 50 Ballroom ABc 46’ x 78’ 3,588 250 140 210 Ballroom Bc 46’ x 52’ 2,392 175 100 140 Ballroom cd 46’ x 52’ 2,392 175 100 140 Ballroom Bcd 46’ x 78’ 3,588 250 140 210 Monte Sano Boardroom 35’ x 26’ 910 75 50 50 Madison Boardroom 35’ x 26’ 910 75 50 50 Redstone Boardroom 35’ x 26’ 910 75 50 50 Monroe Boardroom 15’ x 20’ 300

Floors: 10 Restaurants: Ruth’s chris Steak House and caffeina’s Marketplace complimentary cooked-to-order Breakfast

Amenities: High Speed Internet Access, Two dual-line Phones, voicemail, data Ports, Two Tv’s, Full-service Spa, Fitness center, Indoor Pool, Business center, guest Laundry




Marriott Huntsville – 290 rooms 5 tranquility Base, Huntsville 35805 256.830.2222 / 800.228.9290 / Fax 256.830.1336 / www.marriott.comAirport 10 mi. / vBC 4 mi. / S&RC adjacent


grand Ballroom 60’ x 100’ 6,000 640/825 400 500 Prefunction Area 17’ x 154’ 2,618 Salon A 30’ x 25’ 750 70 30/40/45 60 Salon B 30’ x 25’ 750 70 30/40/45 60 Salon E 30’ x 25’ 750 70 30/40/45 60 Salon F 30’ x 25’ 750 70 30/40/45 60 Salon c 60’ x 25’ 1,500 150 78 120 Salon d 60’ x 25’ 1,500 160 78 120 discovery 30’ x 24’ 720 60/70 30/40/45 60 Atlantis 30’ x 24’ 720 60/70 30/40/45 60 columbia 30’ x 24’ 720 60/70 30/40/45 60 challenger 24’ x 24’ 576 50 24/32/36 40 Enterprise 24’ x 24’ 576 50 24/32/36 40 Pathfinder 24’x24’ 576 50 24/32/36 40

Floors: 7 Restaurants: 2 complimentary Shuttle Service to/from Airport complimentary Hotel Parking ceiling Height: 16’

Amenities: High Speed Internet, Business center, Indoor-Outdoor Pool, Fitness Facility, Whirlpool & Sauna




Holiday Inn Huntsville Downtown – 270 rooms401 Williams Avenue, Huntsville 35801256.533.1400 / 800.465.4329 / Fax 256.534.4581 / www.hiselect.comAirport 12 mi. / vBC adjacent / S&RC 5 mi.


grand Salon Ballroom 85’ x 40’ 4,250 600 275 400 grand A 26’ x 50’ 1,304 125 75 80 grand B 33’ x 50’ 1,656 200 125 175 grand c 26’ x 50’ 1,300 125 75 100 Heritage Ballroom 95’ x 42 3,990 350 210 300 Heritage I 44’ x 43’ 1,892 150 90 125 Heritage II 44’ x 27’ 968 75 50 100 Heritage III 44’ x 25’ 1,100 75 60 80 Twickenham 31’ x 19’ 589 40 25 40 Milltown 31’ x 19’ 589 40 25 40 Hunt 31’ x 19’ 589 40 25 40 von Braun 31’ x 19’ 589 40 25 40 Azalea gallery 75’ x 45’ 3,375 (multi-level reception/hospitality space)

Floors: 4 Restaurant: 1, seats 200 complimentary Shuttle Service to/from Airport complimentary Hotel Parking

Amenities: High Speed Internet, Business center, Fitness center, Outdoor Pool & Jacuzzi




Westin Huntsville – 210 rooms 6800 governors West nW, Huntsville 35806256.428.2000 / Fax 256.428.2001 / www.westin.comAirport 10 mi. / vBC 9 miles / S&RC 2 mi.


Mediterranean Ballroom 111’ x 71’5 7,972 1000 378 660 Mediterranean I 35’ x 23’ 816 102 38 60 Mediterranean II 35’ x 23’ 816 102 38 60 Mediterranean III 71’ x 32’ 2,323 292 110 175 Mediterranean Iv 71’ x 32’ 2,323 222 110 175 Mediterranean v 35’ x 23’ 816 102 38 60 Mediterranean vI 35’ x 23’ 816 102 38 60

Tripoli Boardroom 36’ x 22’ 792 Bridal courtyard 50’ x 70’ 792 250

Breakout Meeting Rooms – located on the second level venice 1,090 Barcelona 1,100 Athens 880 casablanca 915 Pre-function Space 3,565

Restaurant and lobby bar 60 Shops & Restaurants 14-Screen cinema

Amenities: High Speed Internet, Business center, Fitness center, Spa & Salon, Flat Screen Lcd Tvs, 24-hour Room Service, Indoor and Outdoor Pools




Holiday Inn – Research Park – 200 rooms5903 University Drive, Huntsville 35806256.830.0600 / 800.845.7275 / Fax 256.830.9848 / www.holiday-inn.comAirport 14 mi. / vBC 5 mi. / S&RC 2 mi. / Madison Square Mall adjacent


grand Ballroom 80’ x 49’ 3,920 500/600 175/200 475/500 Madison Avenue 26’ x 49’ 1,274 125 65 125 Times Square 26’ x 49’ 1,274 125 65 125 5th Avenue 26’ x 49’ 1,274 125 65 125 42nd Street 25’ x 30’ 750 50 25 50/60 Wall Street 25’ x 30’ 750 50 25 50 Floors: 5 Restaurants: 1, seats 288 complimentary Shuttle Service to/from Airport complimentary Hotel Parking ceiling Height: 10’

Amenities: High Speed Wireless Internet, Business center, Indoor-Outdoor Pool, Fitness center, Sauna, Whirlpool, Live Music in Lounge, adjacent to Madison Square Mall




Radisson Suite Hotel – 151 suites6000 Memorial Parkway South, Huntsville 35802256.882.9400 / 800.333.3333 / Fax 256.882.9684 / www.radisson.comAirport 16 mi. / vBC 6 mi. / S&RC 7 mi.


Magnolia 50’ x 26’ 1,300 150 100 130 Magnolia A, B 25’ x 26’ 650 75 60 65 dogwood 35’ x 18’ 630 50 35 48 Hospitality 2001 & 2005 14’ x 22’ 308 Hospitality 2219 23’ x 17’ 391 Library 28’ x 15’ 420 Board Room 14’ x 30’ 420

Floors: 3 Restaurants: 1 complimentary Shuttle Service to/from Airport complimentary Hotel Parking

Amenities: High Speed Wireless Internet, Outdoor Pool, Fitness center, Spa Services available (off-site)

Four Points Sheraton - Huntsville Airport – 146 rooms1000 glenn Hearn Boulevard, Huntsville 35824 256.772.9661 / 800.241.7873 / Fax 256.464.9116 / www.starwood.comlocated in Airport / vBC 12 mi. / S&RC 9 mi.


grand Salon 31’ x 62’ 1,922 200 125 180 Huntsville 23’ x 31’ 713 60 40 50 Madison 19’ x 31’ 589 50 25 50 decatur 20’ x 31’ 620 50 30 50 Executive Salon 31’ x 75’ 2,325 275 125 200 Marshall 25’ x 31’ 775 70 45 70 Redstone 25’ x 31’ 775 70 45 70 Athens 25’ x 31’ 775 70 45 70 Executive Board Room 14’ x 18’ 252 30

Floors: 5 Restaurants: 1 continental Breakfast Located at the Huntsville International Airport complimentary Hotel Parking ceiling Height: 9’

Amenities: High Speed Wireless Internet, Business center, Outdoor Pool, Fitness center, Sauna, Whirlpool, on-site golf course, lighted tennis courts, volleyball court




Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites – 146 rooms3808 University Drive, Huntsville 35816256.721.1000 / 800.345.7720 / Fax 256.837.9257 / www.holiday-inn.comAirport 12 mi. / vBC 2 mi. / S&RC 2 mi.


Apollo Room 25’ x 60’ 1,500 125 75 80 Patriot Room 700 40 15 32 galaxy Room 1,000 40 60

Floors: 3 Restaurants: 1 complimentary Breakfast complimentary Shuttle Service to/from Airport complimentary Hotel Parking

Amenities: High Speed Wireless Internet, Business center, Outdoor Pool, Fitness center, Kids Eat Free

Tom Bevill Conference Center & Hotel – 100 rooms 550 Sparkman Drive, University of Alabama in Huntsville 35899256.721.9428 / 888.721.9428 / Fax 256.824.6679 / www.uah.edu/BevillCenterAirport 10 mi. / vBC 4 mi. / S&RC 2 mi.


267 52’ x 48’ 2,496 150 100 100 268/269 54’ x 36’ 1,944 100 72 85 275 51’ x 43’ 2,193 150 75 80 280 53’ x 45’ 2,385 150 100 110 284 42’ x 29’ 1,218 75 40 60 261 14’ x 19’ 266 8 289 27’ x 23’ 621 30 18 32 362 14’ x 22’ 308 12 264 17’ x 19’ 323 8 2nd Floor Lobby 54’ x 48’ 2,592 20-5’ Exhibits 3rd Floor dining 24’ x 22’ 528 30 20 25 dining Room 71’ x 40’ 2,840 150 Lobby/Lounge 65’ x 37’ 2,405 50 dining Room/Lobby/Lounge 5245 200

Floors: 3 Restaurants: 1 continental Breakfast complimentary Shuttle Service to/from Airport complimentary Hotel Parking ceiling Height: 12’

Amenities: Microwaves, Refrigerators, Business center, Beautiful Japanese garden, Access to UAH Athletic Facilities



M A D i S O n H O t e l S

Holiday Inn West I-565 – 168 rooms9035 Madison Boulevard, Madison 35758256.772.7170 / 800.826.9563 / Fax 256.464.0762 / www.holiday-inn.comAirport 1 mi. / vBC 11 mi. / S&RC 6 mi.


viera I 33’ x 42’ 1,386 125 70 100 Haili 21’ x 33’ 693 60 36 45 Averi 21’ x 33’ 693 60 36 45 viera II 24’ x 19’ 456 45 30 35 Board Room 16’ x 24’ 384 Madison Room Suite 8 Board Room 10

Floors: 2 Restauarants: 1 complimentary Shuttle Service to/from Airport complimentary Hotel Parking

Amenities: High Speed Internet, Business center, 70 cable channels, Fitness center, Outdoor Pool, Whirlpool, Kids Eat Free

Country Hearth Inn & Suites – 145 rooms8716 Madison Blvd., Madison 35758256.772.0701 / 800.272.6232 / Fax 256.772.8900 / www.ramada.comAirport 3 mi. / vBC 12 mi. / S&RC 5 mi.


Madison W. Ballroom 40’ x 60’ 2,400 200 96 Madison W. A 40’ x 60’ 2,400 Madison W. B 40’ x 20’ 800 Madison E. Ballroom 20’ x 60’ 1,200 Madison E., A., B., c. 20’ x 20’ 400

Floors: 2 Restauarants: 1 continental Breakfast complimentary Shuttle Service to/from Airport complimentary Hotel Parking

Amenities: High Speed Wireless Internet, Business center, Outdoor Pool, Fitness center



M A D i S O n H O t e l S

Days Inn Huntsville Airport – 143 rooms102 Arlington Dr., Madison 35758256.772.9550 / 800.329.7466 / Fax 256.772.9550 ext. 278 / www.daysinn.comAirport 3 mi. / vBC 12 mi. / S&RC 6 mi.


Breakfast Room 35

Floors: 2 continental Breakfast complimentary Shuttle Service to/from Airport complimentary Hotel Parking

Amenities: Outdoor Pool, Microwave, Refrigerator, Pets Allowed

Radisson Inn Huntsville Airport – 136 rooms8721 Madison Blvd., Madison 35758256.772.8855 / 800.333.3333 / Fax 256.464.0783 / www.radisson.comAirport 2 mi. / vBC 12 mi. / S&RC 6 mi.


Olympus 1,200 120 75 100 Apollo 592 60 40 40 Athena 595 60 40 40 Orion 300 40 20

Restaurant: 1, seats 60 complimentary Shuttle Service to/from Airport complimentary Hotel Parking ceiling Height: 9’

Amenities: High Speed Wireless Internet, Refrigerator, Microwave, Outdoor Pool, Fitness center

Baymont Inn & Suites Huntsville Airport - 55 rooms122 Cleghorn Blvd, Madison, Al, 35758256.258.0800 / Fax 256.258.0805www.baymontinns.comAirport 1.5 mi. / vBC 10 mi. / S&RC 5 mi.

Federal Square Motel & Suites – 126 rooms8781 Madison Blvd., Madison 35758256.772.8470 / 800.458.1639 / Fax 256.772.0620www.federalsquare.comAirport 1.5 mi. / vBC 10 mi. / S&RC 5 mi.

Hampton Inn Madison – 153 rooms9225 Madison Blvd., Madison 35758256.464.8999 / 800.426.7866 / Fax 256.464.5313www.hampton-inn.com Airport 2 mi. / vBC 10 mi. / S&RC 6 mi.

La Quinta Inn & Suites Madison - 76 rooms105 Westchester Road, Madison, Al 35758256.258.2777 / Fax 256.258.2778www.lq.com

Motel 6 – 90 rooms8995 Madison Blvd., Madison 35758256.772.7479 / 800.466.8356 / Fax 256.772.9771www.motel6.com Airport 8 mi. / vBC 3mi. / S&RC 4 mi.

Value Place Extended Stay Hotel – 121 rooms120 Brazelton Circle, Madison 35758256.325.6300www.valueplace.comAirport 2 mi. / vBC 8 mi. / S&RC 5 mi.



S M A l l e R H O t e l S

Best Western – Rocket City Inn & Suites – 63 rooms6200 torok Circle, Huntsville 35806256.837.7412/ 800.937.8376 / Fax 256.830.4978Airport 10mi./ vBC 10 mi.

Floors: 3 complimentary continental Breakfast complimentary Hotel Parking Amenities: High Speed Internet, Business center, Microwave, Refrigerator, Outdoor Pool,

Fitness center

Country Inn & Suites By Carlson – 170 rooms4880 University Drive, Huntsville 35816256.837.4070 / 800.456.4000 / Fax 256.837.4535 / www.countryinns.comAirport 20 mi. / vBC 5 mi. / S&RC 3 mi.


commons I & II 39’ x 25’ 918 90 40 80 churchhill I 16’ x 22’ 400 35 24 32 churchhill II 16’ x 22’ 400 35 24 32

Floors: 3 complimentary continental Breakfast complimentary Shuttle Service to/from Airport complimentary Hotel Parking Amenities: High Speed Wireless Internet, cookies & Fruit, Outdoor Pool, Fitness center,

Whirlpool

Courtyard By Marriott – 149 rooms4804 University Drive, Huntsville 35816256.837.1400 / 800.321.2211 / Fax 256.837.3582 / www.courtyard.comAirport 13 mi. / vBC 6 mi. / S&RC 3 mi.


A 24’ x 26’ 637 40 30 25 B 24’ x 25’ 637 40 30 25

Floors: 3 Restaurant: 1, seats 40 complimentary Hotel Parking Amenities: High Speed Internet, Fitness center, Breakfast Buffet




Guesthouse Suites Plus – 112 suites4020 independence Drive, Huntsville 35816256.837.8907 / 800.21.gUeSt / Fax 256.890.1195 / www.guesthouseintl.comAirport 14 mi. / vBC 6 mi. / S&RC 3 mi.


Board Room 20’ x 16’ 320 40 25 25

Floors: 2 complimentary continental Breakfast complimentary Hotel Parking Amenities: High Speed Internet, Laundry, Outdoor Pool, Fireplace, Pets Allowed

Hampton Inn – Arsenal South Parkway – 90 rooms501 Boulevard South, Huntsville 35802256.882.2228 / 800.426.7866 / Fax 256.882.1129 / www.hamptoninn.comAirport 15 mi. / vBC 5 mi. / S&RC 11 mi.


Board Room 24’ x 12’ 288 15

Floors: 4 complimentary continental Breakfast complimentary Shuttle Service to/from Airport complimentary Hotel Parking Ameniites: High Speed Internet, Microwaves, Refrigerators, Sofa Sleepers, Outdoor Pool

Hampton Inn – Hampton Cove – 95 rooms6205 Highway 431 South, Huntsville 35763256.532.2110 / fax 256.532.1933 / www.hamptoninn.comAirport 8 mi. / vBC 3 mi. / S&RC 2 mi.

Floors: 4 complimentary continental Breakfast complimentary Hotel Parking Amenities: High Speed Internet, Microwave, Refrigerator, Queen Rooms with Whirlpool

Bathubs, Outdoor Pool

Hampton Inn – University – 167 rooms4815 University Drive, Huntsville 35816256.830.9400 / 800.426.7866 / Fax 256.830.0978 / www.hamptoninn.comAirport 8 mi. / vBC 3 mi. / S&RC 2 mi.

Floors: 3 complimentary continental Breakfast complimentary Hotel Parking Amenities: High Speed Internet, Microwave, Refrigerator, Queen Rooms with Whirlpool

Bathubs, Outdoor Pool




Hilton Garden Inn – 101 rooms4801 governors House Drive, Huntsville 35805256.430.1778 / Fax 256.430.1997 / www.hiltongardeninn.comAirport 11 mi. / vBC 5 mi. / S&RC 2 mi.


Saturn Ballroom 1,150 100 66 75 Saturn I 575 55 30 40 Saturn II 575 55 30 40 Apollo Boardroom 252

complimentary Hotel Parking Amenities: High Speed Internet, Business center, Fitness center, Outdoor Pool

Homewood Suites - Village of Providence – 107 rooms15 town Center Drive, Huntsville 35806256.895.9511 / 800.225.5466 / Fax 256.895.7556Airport 12 mi. / vBC 8 mi. / S&RC 7 mi.

complimentary Breakfast complimentary Shuttle Service to/from Airport complimentary Hotel Parking Amenities: Wireless, Fully-equipped Kitchen, Business center, Fitness center, Outdoor Pool

La Quinta Inn East –130 rooms3141 University Drive nW, Huntsville 35816256.533.0756/ 800.531.5900/ Fax 256.539.5414/ www.laquinta.comAirport 10mi./ vBC 3 mi. / S&RC 3.5 mi.


201 22’ x 20’ 440 30 24 24 202 22’ x 20’ 440 30 24 24

Floors: 2 complimentary continental Breakfast complimentary Hotel Parking Amenities: High Speed Internet, Kitchen, Fitness center, Outdoor Pool, Pets Allowed

La Quinta Inn West – 130 rooms4870 University Drive, Huntsville 35816256.830.2070 / 800.531.5900 / Fax 256.830.4412 / www.laquinta.comAirport 10 mi. / vBC 5 mi. / S&RC: 2 mi. / Madison Square Mall 1/4 mi.

Floors: 2 complimentary continental Breakfast complimentary Hotel Parking Amenities: High Speed Internet, Kitchen, Fitness center, Outdoor Pool, Pets Allowed



A C C O M M O D A t i O n S

America’s Best Inn – 60 rooms1304 north Memorial Parkway, Huntsville 35801256.539.9671 / 800.237.8466 / Fax 256.539.6514www.americasbest inn.comAirport 9 mi. / vBC 1.5 mi. / S&RC 5 mi.

Best Value – 82 rooms2201 n. Memorial Parkway Huntsville 35810256.536.7441Airport 9 mi. / vBC 1.5 mi. / S&RC 5 mi.

Budget Inn – 640 rooms4430 University Drive, Huntsville 35816256.890.0700 / Fax 256.890.0407Airport 8 mi. / vBC 4 mi. / S&RC 3 mi.

Candlewood Suite Hotel – 150 rooms201 exchange Place, Huntsville 35806256.830.8222 / 800.946.6200 / Fax 256.830.1250www.candlewoodsuites.comAirport 7 mi. / vBC 5 mi. / S&RC 1 mi.

Comfort Inn – 70 rooms4725 University Drive, Huntsville 35816256.562.2525 / Fax 256.562.2526www.comfortinn.comAirport 5 mi / vBC 5 mi. / S&RC 4 mi.

Comfort Suites – 70 rooms6224 torok Circle, Huntsville 35816256.562.2400 / Fax 256.562.2409www.choicehotels.com Airport 5 mi. / vBC 8 mi. / S&RC 5 mi.

Days Inn – 45 rooms1145 McCurtrie Drive, Huntsville 35806256.971.0208 / Fax 256.971.1099www.daysinn.comAirport 17 mi. / vBC 14 mi / S&RC 3 mi.

EconoLodge – 57 rooms10013 S. Memorial Parkway, Huntsville 35803256.881.7620 / Fax 256.883.6032www.choicehotels.comAirport 10 mi. / vBC 5 mi. / S&RC 7 mi.

Economy Inn – 81 rooms 3772 University Drive, Huntsville 35816256.534.7061 / 800.424.4777 / Fax 256.534.7061Airport 5.5 mi. / vBC 2 mi. / S&RC 4 mi.

Extended Stay America – 108 rooms4751 governors House Drive, Huntsville 35805256.830.9110 / 800.398.7829 / Fax 256.830.4935www.extstay.comAirport 9 mi. / vBC 5 mi. / S&RC 1 mi.

Fairfield Inn by Marriott – 79 rooms1385 enterprise Way, Huntsville 35806256.971.0921 / 800.228.2800 / Fax 256.971.2072www.fairfieldinn.comAirport 17 mi. / vBC 14 mi. / S&RC 3 mi.

Hilton Garden Inn Huntsville South – 101 rooms301 Boulevard South, Huntsville 35802256.881.4170 / 800.877.StAY.Hgi / Fax 256.881.4921www.huntsvillesouth.hgi.comAirport 15 mi. / vBC 3 mi. / S&RC 6 mi.

InTown Suites – 133 rooms1565 the Boardwalk, Huntsville 35816256.830.2434 / 800.553.9338 /Fax 256.830.2584www.suburbanhotels.comAirport 11mi. /vBC 4.5 mi.

Kings Inn – 112 rooms11245 Memorial Parkway, Huntsville 35803256.881.1250 / Fax 256.382.1086Airport 21 mi. / vBC 6 mi. / S&RC 12 mi.

Knights Inn – 57 rooms4404 University Drive, Huntsville 35816256.864.0388 / 800.843.5644 / Fax 256.864.0388Airport 6 mi. / vBC 4 mi. / S&RC 3 mi.

LaQuinta Inn Madison Square Mall – 99 rooms4890 University Drive, Huntsville 35805256.830.8999 / 800.531.5900 / Fax 256.837.5720www.laquinta.comAirport 12 mi. / vBC 4 mi. / S&RC 3 mi. / Madison Square Mall .25 mi.

Microtel Inn & Suites – 63 rooms1820 Chase Creek Row, Huntsville 35811256.859.6655 / Fax 256.859.6116www.microtelinn.comAirport 19 mi. / vBC 7 mi. / S&RC 10 mi.

Quality Inn – 67 rooms3788 University Drive, Huntsville 35816256.533.3291 / 800.221.2222 / Fax 256.536.7389www.choicehotels.com Airport 10 mi. / vBC 3 mi. / S&RC 4 mi.

Red Carpet Inn – 100 rooms3200 University Drive, Huntsville 35816256.539.8448 / 800.539.6015Airport 5.5 mi. / vBC 2 mi. / S&RC 4 mi.

Residence Inn by Marriott – 78 rooms6305 Residence inn Road, Huntsville 35806256.895.0444 / 800.331.3131 / Fax 256.895.9596Airport 17 mi. / vBC 14 mi. / S&RC 3 mi.

Sleep Inn & Suites – 66 rooms4727 University Drive, Huntsville, Al 35816256.382.2583 / Fax 256.382.2584Airport 6 mi. / vBC 5 mi.

Springhill Suites by Marriott – 153 rooms – (Opening Winter 2011)Huntsville 35816

Studio Lodge – 80 rooms3100 University Drive, Huntsville 35816256.539.2733 / Fax 256.539.2651Airport 13 mi. / vBC 3 mi. / S&RC 4 mi.

Super 8 Motel – 75 rooms3803 University Drive, Huntsville 35816256.539.8881 / 800.800.8000 / Fax 256.533.5322Airport 11 mi. / vBC 2 mi. / S&RC 4 mi.

TownePlace Suties by Marriott – 86 suites1125 McMurtie Drive, Huntsville 35806256.971.5277 / Fax 256.971.5233www.marriott.comAirport 12 mi. / vBC 7 mi. / S&RC 7 mi.

Value Place – 120 rooms3131 University Drive, Huntsville 35806256.489.4710www.valueplace.comAirport 12 mi. / vBC 2.5 mi. / S&RC 4 mi.



A t t r A C t i O n S




NOTE: Most area attractions are closed Thanksgiving Day, Christmas Eve, Christmas Day, New Year’s Eve and New Year’s Day. Please call or check their website for specific information.

U.S. SpACe & rOCket CenterOne Tranquility Base, Huntsville256-837-3400 or 800-63-SPACEwww.spacecamp.com/museum

the museum at the U.S. Space & rocket Center® is the showcase of the American space program. it contains an actual Apollo spacecraft returned from a Moon mission as well as spacesuits and equipment astronauts used while preparing for missions. take a virtual journey inside our motion-based simulator, or experience three times the pull of gravity as you spin inside the Centrifuge. in the Center’s rocket park, your group will marvel at the 363-foot Saturn V rocket, the only one standing in the world! You can stand under an actual-sized Space Shuttle for a close-up look at its rockets and engines developed in Huntsville. the Spacedome iMAX® theater, adjacent to the museum lobby, features shows daily on a 67-foot screen.

Discount available for groups of 15 or more.

Space camp® - If a day is not enough, the world-famous Space camp® pro-vides intensive astronaut training for youngsters, teachers and adults.

avIatIon challenge® - the aviation challenge program offers “top gun” type experiences for future aviators of all ages.

aStrotrektm - astrotrek is a one or two-night educational adventure that allows students the opportunity to explore the world’s largest space education classroom.




4747 Bob Wallace Ave., Huntsville256.830.4447www.hsvbg.org Centrally located, the 120-acre Huntsville Botanical Garden is a serene oasis of peace and tran-quility that blooms throughout the year. enjoy the spectacular colors of the wildflower, daylily, herb, but-terfly, annual and perennial gardens. A Hosta Glade, and nature and Dogwood trails border the Central Corridor Garden, which features a picturesque Aquatic Garden alive with fountains, lotus and lilies. Visit the nation’s largest seasonal Butterfly House May through September. Galaxy of Lights, one of ABA’s top Destinations in 2009, is open nightly from thanksgiving through new Year’s eve. the tea room serves light lunches and the Gift Shop is always filled with interesting, decorative and useful garden items. Several major festivals during the year prove that, at the Huntsville Botanical Garden – there’s always something growing on!

Discount available to groups of 15 or more. Guided tours available with advanced reservation.


3101 Burritt Drive, Huntsville256.536.2882www.burrittmuseum.com Burritt on the Mountain interprets the history of the people and environment of the Southern Cumberland region of tennessee and Alabama. Burritt is a unique museum of regional history located atop Monte Sano Mountain, overlooking Huntsville. Originally the estate of Dr. William Henry Burritt, the 167 acre site contains the Burritt Mansion, a collection of 19th

Burritt on tHe mountain

century historic rural structures and nature trails. Dr. Burritt’s mansion is one of Huntsville’s most unique architectural landmarks and is listed on the national register of Historic places. Located in the historic park are several log structures that were moved to Burritt on the Mountain to preserve them. the restored build-ings are arranged to reflect different farmsteads during the 1850 and 1900 time periods. Visitors will be able to see farm activities demonstrated by interpreters that change with the seasons such as

planting, crop maintenance, harvesting, natural dyeing, cooking seasonal foods, woodworking, and much more. the 1890 barn is populated with historic breeds of mules, cows, goats, sheep and chickens.

Discount available for groups of 15 or more.

Nature Center




Historic Huntsville depot320 Church Street, Downtown Huntsville256.564.8100 or 800.678.1819www.earlyworks.com

Visit the 1860 Historic Huntsville Depot, one of the South’s oldest railroad passenger depots and now a lively transportation museum. the three-story brick building has served as the local passenger house and corporate offices for the eastern division headquarters of the Memphis & Charleston railroad and was used as an active passenger station until 1968.

the building is well-preserved and appears much as it did in 1860. Graffiti on three walls of the upper story is a result of the building’s role as a prison for captured Confederate militia, as a billet for Union troops en route to major battles and as a hospital for the wounded from those battles.

Discount available for groups of 15 or more. Tiered pricing. Escort and driver complimentary.

alaBama constitution villaGe109 Gates Avenue, Downtown Huntsville256.564.8100 or 800.678.1819www.earlyworks.com

the birthplace of Alabama is Alabama Constitution Village, an award-winning recon-struction of Huntsville as it existed when delegates gathered here in 1819 to write the state’s first constitution. Your visit to the village consists of a guided tour through seven authenti-cally reconstructed 19th Century buildings where interpreters in period clothing bring the past to life. in the Spring interpreters quilt and weave baskets, craft furniture, churn butter and make lye soap. in the Summer the men and women also weed and hoe the garden and pick vegetables to “put up” preserves. in September they make beer and wine in their spare time. in the Fall they pick cotton bolls from the small patch and use colors from vegetables and other natural sources to dye textiles. During the colder months they dip candles, smoke meats, grind sausage and prepare the garden for Spring.





Harrison BrotHers Hardware store124 South Side Square, Downtown Huntsville256.536.3631

if you remember the old days when the owner of a hardware store knew exactly what you needed and where everything was in the stock, head for the Harrison Brothers Hardware Store on the courthouse square. Stroll the aisles, and check the old merchandise, gift items and hard-to-find hardware that few stores carry these days. Founded in 1879, it is the oldest operating hardware store in the state and is owned and oper-ated by the Historic Huntsville Foundation and staffed solely by volunteers.

Free. Private tours available with advanced reservation.

Huntsville museum of art300 Church Street South, Downtown Huntsville256.535.4350 or 800.786.9095www.hsvmuseum.org

the Huntsville Museum of Art, north Alabama’s leading visual arts center, moved to a beautiful new facility in March 1998. the nationally accredited museum fills its seven galleries with a variety of exhibitions throughout the year, including prestigious traveling exhibits and the work of nationally and regionally acclaimed artists. the museum’s own 2,300 piece permanent collection forms the basis for several exhibitions each year.

Discount available to groups of 10 or more.

state Black arcHives researcH center and museum

James Hembrey Wilson BuildingAlabama A&M University, Normal256.851.5846www.archivemuseumcenter.mus.al.us

State Black Archives research Center And Museum exhibits chronicle African-American achievements, the famed Buffalo Soldiers who camped here following the Spanish-American War, and St. Bartley Church, the state’s oldest black church.

Appointments should be arranged for group tours.




weeden House museum300 Gates Avenue, Downtown Huntsville256.536.7718

Huntsville’s fine house museum, the 1819 Weeden House, is within the twickenham Historic District and is only a block from Alabama Constitution Village. the white, two-story brick house, distinguished by a remarkable leaded glass fanlight over the front door, was the home of 19th Century poet-artist Maria Howard Weeden. it is furnished with period antiques from the mid-1800s. prints of watercolors Miss Weeden painted and books of her poetry are for sale.

Discount available to groups of 10 or more. Escort and driver complimentary.

Historic districts256.551.2294www.huntsville.org take a stroll through times past with one of four historic walking tours in the area. the area is proud to have five historic districts on the national register. the communities include Alabama A&M University, twickenham, Five points, Old town and Madison. Free walking tours in twickenham and Madison are conducted each summer from Memorial Day through the 4th of July weekend. in the Fall, guided tours are held in Old town and Five points. tours are held on Saturday mornings at 10 am. For more information and schedules, please stop by the Visitor Cen-ter. Twickenham hisToric DisTricT contains scores of outstanding early 19th century homes dating from 1814. early merchants, bankers and attorneys built fashionable brick homes, many of which were seized during the Civil War in 1862-1865 by the Union army. the occupation saved the houses from destruction. the olD Town DisTricT, northeast of the Square, contains many fine Victorian homes. the Old town Historic District features architecture ranging from 1870-1930. the structures built during this time were predominately Victorian in style, of one and two-story frame construction. Charming bungalows dominate the Five PoinTs DisTricT. this area encompasses architec-ture from the late 1890’s through the 21st century. When walking its streets, one can see how tastes have changed and evolved over time while fitting into the Victorian framework that initially formed its character. maDison is one of Alabama’s fastest growing cities with many architectural styles of homes includ-ing three Sears and Roebuck “kit” houses and a replica of the unusual shaped “Little roundhouse.”




veterans memorial museum2060-A Airport Road256.837.3737www.memorialmuseum.org

the Veterans Memorial Museum, located in John Hunt park, is dedicated to memorializing the deeds of American military men and women who served our nation in peace and war. the Museum displays more than 30 historical military vehicles and field pieces, maps, artifacts, and other memorabilia dating from 18th century campaigns to the present. Centerpieces of the exhibits include the oldest military jeep in the United States

and Alabama’s Merci commemorative 40&8 boxcar.

Open Wednesday through Saturday. Other hours by ap-pointment for groups.

nortH alaBama railroad museumSite - 694 Chase Road, Huntsville, AL Mailing - P.O. Box 4163, Huntsville, AL 35815-4163256.851.6276 (Wednesday and Saturday, 8 a.m. to 2 p.m.)www.suncompsvc.com/narm

the depot offers a display passenger train, an excursion train, a historic watchman’s hut, exhibits and a self-guided tour. ride on a 10-mile round trip excursion on the museum’s Mercury and Chase railroad. to charter a 1-1/2 hour train ride over historic 1887 nashville, Chattanooga & St. Louis railway’s Huntsville Branch road Bed, a three week advance notice plus deposit will be required.

Museum is open seven days a week for self-guided tours. The staff is available on Wednesday and Saturday 8:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. Charter train rides are available upon reservation. Museum, parking and self-guided walking tour are free.




earlyworks cHildren’s museum404 Madison Street, Downtown Huntsville256.564.8100 or 800.678.1819www.earlyworks.com

time travel has been perfected at earlyWorks Children’s Museum, the South’s largest hands-on his-tory museum. Once inside history emerges in ways you’ve never seen before. Opportunities to discover, create, envision and explore are just a splash, snap, push and smile away. Listen as the sixteen-foot talking tree tells folktales. push the buttons on the earlyWorks bandstand and enjoy toe-tapping tunes made popular by Alabama musicians. Discover Alabama’s river life and waterways on the life-size floating keelboat. Listen as the water wheel turns the rustic gristmill. try on costumes similar to those worn in the 19th century. Sack crops at the General Store, sign your very own copy of the Alabama Constitution, and explore the log cabins, Federal and Victorian style houses.


sci-QuesT Hands-on science center

102-D Wynn Drive, Huntsville256.837.0606www.sci-quest.org

More than 160 exciting interactive exhibits await the young and the young at heart at Sci-Quest. Awaken the senses and energize the imagination while learning basic principles of science in areas such as engineering; electricity and magnetism; world ecosystems and weather sciences; fluid dynamics; physiol-ogy; waves, light and sound; chemistry and material sciences; and early childhood education. Groups

visiting Sci-Quest can have a more in-depth educational experience by participating in a Science encoun-ter demonstration or a curriculum-specific education program. And no one will want to miss a 3D interactive presentation in the state-of-the-art Immersive Reality Theater. After-hours and overnight programs available. Sci-Quest is an experiment in fun!

Discount available to groups of 10 or more when scheduling a visit in advance. Some traveling exhibits may have additional admis-sion charges.



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the Brahan Spring natatorium is one of the finest indoor-outdoor swimming facilities in the nation. Amenities include shower and locker rooms, a sundeck and a motorized roof that can be rolled back on warm days. the natatorium swimming pool is 50 meters long by 25 yards wide, and features two three-meter and two one-meter Maxi-Flex diving boards. Pool water temperature is maintained at approximately 82 degrees. Public swimming sessions are available year-round for persons interested in recreational swimming, lap swimming and springboard div-ing. Water Aerobics classes are also available.

Ditto LanDing marina on the ten-nessee river has wet slips, dry storage, transient boat docks, campgrounds, picnic areas and pavilion rentals. Hobbs island road off U.S. 231. Phone 256-882-1057 or www.dittolanding.com.

FunntaSia FamiLy Fun Center features two 18 hole miniature courses with land-scape loaded with mountainous terrain, jungle scenery and waterfalls. 2016 Memorial Parkway north. Phone 256-536-0676 or www.funntasia.com.

roBert trent JoneS goLF traiL at hampton CoVe is the northernmost of the ten stops on Alabama’s famed Golf trail. the 54 holes cover 650 acres in a river valley setting surrounded by mountains. A 35,000-square-foot clubhouse contains a spacious golf shop and dining room. Phone 256-551-1818 or www.rtJgolf.com.

Other public courses include:Colonial golf Course - 256-828-0431Fox run golf Course - 256-828-7564madison golf Center - 256-772-5845Becky pierce municipal golf Course - 256-880-1151richland golf Center - 256-858-6622Sunset Landing golf Club - 256-464-5050

the hayS nature preSerVe, compris-ing 538 acres of wilderness that has been virtually untouched for over 100 years, opened in June 2002. the 7 miles of trails through the rolling terrain leads south to the Flint river. the Pre-serve is also part of the north Alabama Birding trail which was enlarged by 400 additional acres. Located off Old Hwy. 431 near Hampton Cove. For more information, call 256-427-5116.

harmony park SaFari is a federally licensed nature preserve of free-ranging exotic and endangered animals. remain in your car on a two-mile route to see zebras, zebus, antelope, buf-falo, a camel, ostriches, pythons, and crocodiles. Collection of antique structures. Off Hobbs island road at 431 Clouds Cove. Phone 1-877-726-4625.

huntSViLLe Dragway boasts rubber-burning action on weekend nights, June through October. Phone 256-859-0807 or www.huntsvilledragway.com.

huntSViLLe SpeeDway’s quarter-mile oval track features racing on Friday nights, March through September. Phone 256-882-9191 or www.huntsvillespeedway.com.

huntSViLLe StarS, a Class AA baseball affiliate of the Milwaukee Brewers, plays home games at the 10,259-seat Joe Davis Stadium. Located off South Memorial Parkway. Phone 256-882-2562 or www.huntsvillestars.com.

iCe CompLex hosts public skating on two national Hockey League regulation rinks. Leeman Ferry road. Phone 256-883-3774 or www.iceskate.org.

inSanity Skate park in Madison is a 38,000 sq. ft. world-class extreme skatepark for skateboarding and aggressive inline skating. A challenging 9, 19 and 27 hole miniature golf course with water, log and cave traps await you. Phone 256-319-0000 or www.insanityskate.com.



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nature traiL on green mountain includes a 16-acre lake, wooded paths, picnic pavilion, chapel, covered bridge and Braille trail. South Shawdee rd. Phone 256-883-9501.

Whether interested in a quiet morning walk or weeks of exploration, north aLaBama BirDing traiL is sure to please. Landscapes in the region range from tupelo swamps to blazing fields of wildflowers, and towering forests of oak and hickory to vast sheets of open water replete with loafing waterfowl. As the habitats vary through the valley, so do the seasons. Visit during spring, summer or winter and enjoy Mother nature at her best. Phone 256-551-2230 or 800-772-2348.

north aLaBama Canoe anD kayak (naCk) provides both individual and group canoe and kayak rentals along with the gear and transportation opportunities on four area rivers. Phone 256-529-0357 or www.nacktrips.com.

3 h StaBLeS provides horseback riding ad-ventures on scenic mountain trails. 4610 Meridian St. Phone 256-883-8615 or www.3Hstables.com.

Challenging experiences. experiencing Challenges. Use those two words in any order and you are talking about ropeS ChaLLenge CourSeS. if your group wants challenging experiences to help them communicate, bond, problem solve, laugh and learn then this program is for you. if your group is experiencing challenges and needs a process to serve as a catalyst for change we have the program designed to identify leaders and teach about leadership, followship and fellowship. Half day or full day programs are available. Campus for Change, Mental Health Association of Madison County. Phone 256-551-2294.

Sharon JohnSton park offers a 12-acre fishing lake, Olympic pool, sanctioned horse show arena, group shelters and barbecue grills. Coleman road off Winchester road near new Market. Phone 256-379-2868 or www.co.madison.al.us.

SkateBoarD park Cleveland Ave off Church. Phone 256-427-5230.

Southern aDVentureS offers min-iature golf, go-carts, video games and rides. Water park open in summer. Leeman Ferry Circle. Phone 256-880-6599 or www.southernadventures.net.

Sport teamS in huntSViLLe:

aLaBama a&m BuLLDogS, college football, play at Louis Crews Stadium on the campus of A&M. Phone 256-372-4005 or www.aamu.edu. huntSViLLe haVoC, 2010 Southern Profes-sional Alabama Hockey League Champions, plays at the Von Braun Center. Phone 256-518-6160 or www.huntsvillehavoc.com

uah ChargerS, collegiate ice hockey. Phone 256-824-6144.

roCket City titanS FootBaLL, semi-professional football, full-field football plays at Milton Frank Stadium. www.rocketcitytitansfootball.com

roCket City uniteD, professional soccer plays at Madison City Schools Stadium, www.rocketcityunited.com

Located on top of Monte Sano Mountain, the Von Braun aStronomiCaL SoCiety’S pLanetatium & oBSerVatory offer shows for groups by request. Phone 245-721-7212 or www.vbas.org.

LanD truSt traiLS offer year-round hiking on 547 acres of the beautiful Monte Sano preserve. ten different trails offer hiking op-portunities from moderate to strenuous levels and begin off Bankhead Parkway. For trail maps call 256-534-LAnD or www.landtrust-hsv.org.

three miles from downtown Huntsville, hiStoriC three CaVeS is a former limestone quarry fast developing into a natural cave, offering a glimpse into a unique geological window in time. You will be guided on this 45 minute walking tour that is so “cool” – as in 55° year ‘round. Be sure to wear comfortable closed-toe shoes! tours offered April through October each year. Call 256-534-LAnD or www.landtrust-hsv.org

maDiSon County Lake offers conces-sions, picnic facilities, grills, rentals and bait shop. Fishing license and permit available. County Lake road near Gurley. Phone 256-776-4905.



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Huntsville City Parks

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ZONE PARK LOCATION ACREAGE 4 Aldridge Creek 1100 Mt. Gap Road 35.00 1 ArCher 3315 Archer Drive 3.12 X X X X X 3 Beirne AvenUe 330 Beirne Avenue 1.56 X X X X 4 Bell MoUntAin 2560 Redstone Road 29.78 X X X X X X X X X 3 Big Spring 200 Church Street 15.25 1 BrAhAn Spring 500 Drake Avenue 174.88 X X X X X X X X X X 4 BUChAnAn 10044 Fielding Drive 4.00 X X X X X 3 CAliForniA 708 California 2.99 X X X X X 3 CAvAlrY hillS 2800 Poplar Avenue 6.91 X X X X X X X X X 1 ChelSeA 2851 Chelsea 3.40 X X X 3 Big Cove Creek greenWAY Old Highway 431 30.02 3 Cove pArk 834 Old Highway 431 100.00 X X X X X X 2 JAMeS C. CrAWFord 3915 Melody Lane 8.77 X X X X X 2 CreekWood (proposed) Slaughter Road 76.35 1 Fern Bell reCreAtion Center 6900 Whitesburg Drive 20.81 X X X X X X X X X X 3 veterAnS pArk 200 Monroe Street 5.5 3 hAlSeY pArk 435 White Street 3 hAStingS 2801 Hastings Road .37 X 3 hAYS nAtUre preServe Highway 431 South 538.00 3 herMitAge 915 Kennamer Drive 14.37 X X 2 hillendAle 2811 Holmes Avenue .81 X X 1 John hUnt 2151 Airport Road 432.00 X X X X X X X X 2 indiAn Creek greenWAY Slaughter Road 35.00 4 ken JohnSton 1100 Mt. Gap Road 11.60 X 1 kent roBertSon 7620 Logan Drive 14.98 X X X X X X X 1 kidS’ SpACe 210 Airport Road X X 1 kiWAniS SoCCer pArk Bob Wallace Avenue 3.00 X X 2 lAkeWood 2225 York Road 4.33 X X X X X X X X X 3 leWter pArk 1501 Wellman .70 X X 3 MAple hill 1351 McClung 8.64 X X X 2 MApleWood 4943 N. Memorial Parkway 10.00 X X X X X 2 MAStin lAke 3315 Watson Drive 31.60 X X X X X X X X 3 MAYFAir 550 Thornton 9.20 X X X X X X 4 MCgUCken 13020 Bailey Cove 39.78 X X X X X X X X X X X 2 MeAdoW hill Medaris 1.50 1 Metro SportSpleX 3590 Patton Road 41.5 X X X X X 1 MerriMACk SoCCer CoMpleX 3501 Triana Blvd. X 3 oAk 2250 Oakwood Avenue 10.00 X X X X X X X X 2 oAkMont 2224 Euclid 3.72 X X 1 ogden MArtin 5251 Triana Blvd. 2.50 X X X 3 optiMiSt 703 Oakwood Avenue 8.55 X X X X X X 3 philpot 1211 Philpot Avenue 3.99 X X X 1 pine 3951 Pine Avenue 2.79 X X 4 SAndhUrSt 2928 Green Cove 15.66 X X X X X X X X 3 SkAte pArk 200 Cleveland Avenue .66 2 SCeniC vieW 2705 Scenic View 5.10 X X X X 2 SherWood 325 Town & Country 5.14 X X X X 2 dr. riChArd ShoWerS, Sr. 4600 Blue Spring Road 16.95 X X X X X X X X 2 Stoner 3715 Bragg Street 71.45 X X X X X X X X X X X 2 UniverSitY 4419 Saundra Lane 10.54 X X X X X X X X X 4 WilloW 1928 Aftonbrae 7.74 X X X X X X X 2 WindSor MAnor 6500 Pisgah 5.04 X X X X X

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Madison City Parks

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PARK LOCATION ACREAGE dUBlin MeMoriAl pArk 8324 Madison Pike 60 acres X X X X X X Additional Amenities: Disc Golf course, indoor swimming pool, outdoor swimming pool with diving well and kiddie pool, volleyball, walking track and walking trails

pAlMer pArk 574 Palmer Road X X X X X X X X X

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ABBington doWnS 135 Manningham Dr. 1.52 acres X X X AShleY 1St entrAnCe 214 Ashley Way 3.2 acres X X X AShleY 2nd entrAnCe 121 Wellington Dr. 3.2 acres X X X BrASS oAk 122 Jay Dr. 3.1 acres X X CAMBridge 696 Cambridge Dr. .50 acres X CArter 450 Carter Dr. 2.53 acres X X X CedArS 121 Shadow Ridge Dr. 1.48 acres X X ChAdriCk 521 Brenda Dr. 4.3 acres X X X CollinWood 232 Jarrett Dr. +1. acres FieldCreSt 102 Brandon Dr. 4.0 acres X X governorS 101 Bibb Dr. 4.0 acres X X home place 130 Shorter St. 2.26 acres X X X hoMe SteAd 201 Prairie Dr. 5.28 acres X X X X Joe phillipS 154 Joe Phillips Rd. .50 acres leAthertree 225 Gillespie Rd. 5.07 acres X X MAdiSon point 139 Whisperwood Ln. 2.32 acres X X MAdiSon trACe 127 Progress Ln. .91 acres X MAndolin 208 Thomas Dr. .525 acres Mill Creek 141 Teal Park Ln. 2.75 acres X X rAinBoW MoUntAin 250 Carter Rd. 1.52 acres riCkWood 481 Mose Chapel Rd. 2.5 acres X X X rollingWood 163 Liberty Dr. 1.71 acres X X Shelton 1025 Shelton Rd. 2.98 acres X X X Silver Creek 108 Donash Cir. 2.77 acres StAveMill 786 Sienna Vista Dr. 4.98 acres X X X SteWArt 100 Stewart St. .22 acres X X X Stoneridge 190 Stoneway Trail 65 acres X SWeetBriAr 144 Steele Dr. 3.96 acres WeSt highlAndS Gooch Ln. 2.5 acres X WeStgAte 276 Pine Ridge Dr. 3.05 acres X X WindSor pArke Amsterdam Pl. .50 acres X

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ATTRACTIONSVISITOR CENTER • Brochures, calendars and hotel information available through the Convention & Visitors Bureau Visitor Center. 500 Church Street, Huntsville International Airport, Redstone Arsenal, Gate 9. 256-533-5723. REDSTONE ARSENAL INFORMATION • 256-876-2151.ALABAMA CONSTITUTION VILLAGE • A living village commemorating Alabama’s entry into the Union at the 1819 Constitutional Convention. Franklin Street at Gates Avenue. 256-564-8100 or 1-800-678-1819. BURRITT ON THE MOUNTAIN • Former home of physician, Dr. William Burritt. Historic structures include log cabins, blacksmith shop and church. Nature trails. Panoramic views. 3101 Burritt Drive. 256-536-2882.EARLYWORKS Children’s History Museum • Youngsters enjoy hearing the story-telling tree and talking clock. Board a floating keelboat. 404 Madison St. 256-564-8100 or 1-800-678-1819.HARMONY PARK SAFARI • A federally-licensed nature preserve of free-ranging ex-otic and endangered animals. Remain in your car on a route to see zebras, zebus, antelope, buffalo, camel, ostriches, pythons, crocodiles. 431 Clouds Cove. 877-726-4625.HARRISON BROTHERS HARDWARE • Established in 1879, Alabama’s oldest operating hardware store is operated by the Historic Huntsville Foundation. Nostalgic items displayed and sold. 124 South Side Square. 256-536-3631. HISTORIC DISTRICTS • Twickenham district north and east of the Courthouse Square contains the state’s largest collection of antebellum homes, dating from 1814. Old Town district contains Federal and Victorian homes. Five Points contains many bungalows. The railroad runs through Historic Downtown Madison.HISTORIC HUNTSVILLE DEPOT • Guided tours of the restored 1860 passenger depot. Civil War exhibits as well as period locomotives and other vehicles are featured. 320 Church Street. 256-564-8100 or 1-800-678-1819.HUNTSVILLE BOTANICAL GARDEN • The 130-acre garden east of the Space & Rocket Center features gardens for roses, herbs, ferns, daylilies and aquatic plants. Nature trails. The Butterfly House is open seasonally. 4747 Bob Wallace Avenue. 256-830-4447.HUNTSVILLE MUSEUM OF ART • The museum in Big Spring Park has a growing collection of prints, paintings and sculptures. Galleries feature touring exhibits and the museum’s permanent collection. 300 Church Street. 256-535-4350. MAPLE HILL CEMETERY • The city’s historic cemetery dates from 1822 and contains the graves of five governors, Civil War soldiers and many civic leaders. East of California Street.NORTH ALABAMA RAILROAD MUSEUM • Includes a restored depot and walk-through passenger train. Ride the Mercury & Chase Railroad. 694 Chase Road. 256-851-6276.SCI-QUEST HANDS-ON SCIENCE CENTER • Fun-filled, hands-on science center adjoins Calhoun Community College. 102-D Wynn Drive. 256-837-0606.STATE BLACK ARCHIVES/MUSEUM • Chronicles African American achievements, the famed Buffalo Soldiers, and St. Bartley Church, the state’s oldest black church. A&M campus. 256-851-5846.U.S. SPACE & ROCKET CENTER • America’s largest rocket collection plus Apollo spacecraft, Space Shuttle replica, flight simulators and Space Camp. IMAX® theater. I-565 exit 15. 256-837-3400 or 800-637-7223. VETERANS MEMORIAL MUSEUM • Displays more than 30 historical military vehicles from World War I to the present, as well as tableaus, artifacts, and other memorabilia dating back to the Revolutionary War. 2060-A Airport Road. 256-883-3737.VON BRAUN CENTER • North Alabama’s multi-purpose entertainment, convention and sports complex. The center contains a 10,000-seat arena, concert hall, playhouse, banquet hall and 104,000 square feet of exhibit space. 700 Monroe Street. 256-533-1953.WEEDEN HOUSE MUSEUM • Located in the Twickenham Historic District, the 1819 Federal house was the birthplace of 19th-century artist Maria Howard Weeden. 300 Gates Avenue. 256-536-7718.

PARKS & RECREATIONBIG SPRING INTERNATIONAL PARK • Located in the heart of Huntsville just west of the Courthouse Square, Big Spring is the site where pioneer John Hunt built a cabin in 1805. The park contains gifts donated by foreign countries. Panoply art festival and Big Spring Jam music festival held here.BRAHAN SPRING PARK • City park containing tennis courts, baseball fields, frisbee golf course, horseshoe pitching courts, playgrounds, picnic areas and lagoons for fishing. Indoor Olympic-size pool. Drake Avenue west of Memorial Parkway.CROSS COUNTRY RUNNING PARK • This well-marked cross country course follows a grassy path for a two-mile or three-mile loop between the old airport runway and golf course. John Hunt Park on Airport Road off U.S. 231 S.DITTO LANDING MARINA • Situated along the Tennessee River, with full boating facilities, wet and dry storage, transient docks, picnic tables, picnic pavilions, campsites, lighted tennis courts, softball diamond and playground. From South Memorial Parkway, turn east on Hobbs Island Road and right on Ditto Landing Rd. 256-882-1057.DUBLIN PARK RECREATION CENTER • Located in Madison, the 60 acre park includes outdoor and indoor swimming pools, gymnasium with walking track, outdoor walking trail, soccer fields, playground and tennis courts. 8324 Old Madison Pike, Madison. 256-772-9300.GOLF COURSES

ROBERT TRENT JONES GOLF TRAIL AT HAMPTON COVE – U.S. 431 South. 256-551-1818.FOX RUN GOLF COURSE – McCollum Road, Meridianville. 256-828-7564.MADISON GOLF CENTER – 401 Lime Quarry Road, Madison. 256-772-5845.BECKY PIERCE MUNICIPAL GOLF COURSE – 2151 Airport Road. 256-880-1151.RICHLAND GOLF CENTER – 10028 North Memorial Parkway. 256-858-6622.SUNSET LANDING GOLF CLUB – Huntsville International Airport. 256-464-5050.

HAYS NATURE PRESERVE and GOLDSMITH SCHIFFMAN WILDLIFE SANCTUARY • Comprises 538 acres with 10 miles of trails, suitable for walking or biking. Also part of the NORTH ALABAMA BIRDING TRAIL. Located off Old Hwy. 431. 256-427-5116ICE COMPLEX • Hosts public skating on two National Hockey League regulation rinks. Near Joe Davis Stadium on Leeman Ferry Road. 256-883-3774. JOE DAVIS STADIUM • Home to the Huntsville Stars baseball team. 3125 Leeman Ferry Rd. 256-882-2562. THE LAND TRUST TRAILS • Year-round hiking on 547 acres of the beautiful Monte Sano preserve. Different trails offer hiking opportunities from moderate to strenuous levels. For trail maps and Three Caves Tour information, call 256-534-LAND.MADISON COUNTY LAKE • A state-owned public lake on 105 acres. Boat rentals, fishing licenses and permits are available. Located on County Lake Road. 256-776-4905.MONTE SANO STATE PARK • The 2,000-acre park, offers 14 rustic rental cabins, hiking trails, picnic and playground facilities, RV hook-ups, primitive camping sites, electricity and water. A spectacular view of the Tennessee Valley is below. 5105 Nolen Avenue. 256-534-3757.NATURE TRAIL • Located on Green Mountain 12 miles from downtown Huntsville. The 72-acre Nature Trail has wooded paths, a 16-acre lake, picnic pavilion and picnic area, chapel, a covered bridge, wildlife sanctuary, 2 miles of trail and a Braille Trail. South Shawdee Road. 256-883-9501.RECREATION SERVICES • Offering recreational opportunities in tennis, swimming, athletic activities and passive activities for adults. 256-427-5230. SHARON JOHNSTON PARK • 250-acre park, established in memory of a Huntsville resident, contains 12-acre fishing lake, Olympic pool, sanctioned horse show arena, shelters and barbecue grills. Coleman Road near New Market. 256-379-2868.TENNIS CENTER • Features 24 lighted rubico courts (soft) with two-story clubhouse and proshop. 2305 Airport Road. 256-883-3986.



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VISITOR CenTeR - For complete information on the area, visit the Convention & Visitors Bureau’s Tourist Information Center . Open every day except major holidays. Phone 256-533-5723. 500 Church St.

VOn BRaun CenTeR – The convention and civic center hosts hundreds of meetings, exhibitions and cultural performances each year. Phone 256-533-1953. 700 Monroe St. between Clinton and Williams.

BIg SpRIng InTeRnaTIOnal paRk - The landscaped park bisected by waters from the Big Spring lies between the Von Braun Center and the Courthouse Square.

VISITOR InfO On The SquaRe - Area information. Located in the original 1835 bank building. Open weekdays. 216 West Side Square.

hunTSVIlle MuSeuM Of aRT - Galleries display pieces from the permanent collection as well as touring exhibitions. Visit the museum shop off the lobby. Phone 256-535-4350. 300 Church Street SW.

haRRISOn BROTheRS haRdwaRe - Established in 1879 and now owned by the non-profit Historic Huntsville Foundation. State’s oldest hardware store and popular gift store. Phone 256-536-3631. 124 South Side Square.

alaBaMa COnSTITuTIOn VIllage - The living-history village commemorates the writing of Alabama’s first Constitution on this site. Costumed guides stroll through rooms restored to early 19th-century atmosphere. Phone 256-535-6564. 109 Gates Ave. between Franklin and Madison.

eaRlywORkS ChIldRen’S MuSeuM - This innovative, hands-on history experience features Alabama buildings, a storytelling tree and a talking clock. Phone 256-564-8100. 404 Madison Street.

BICenTennIal paRk - An interactive fountain for the young and young at heart to romp in, bench seating for observers, bronze statues, and a pavilion. 315 Fountain Circle.

The weeden hOuSe - Built in 1819, this is the oldest building in Alabama open to the public. Phone 256-536-7718. 300 Gates Avenue.

hISTORIC hunTSVIlle depOT - The three-story brick depot was built in 1860 as a passenger terminal and to house corporate offices of the Eastern Division of the Memphis & Charleston Railroad. Phone 256-535-6525. 320 Church Street NW at I-565 exit 19-C.

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gReyhOund STaTIOn – 601 Monroe St. NW, 256-534-1681

hunTSVIlle uTIlITIeS – 112 Spragins St. NW, 256-535-1200

hunTSVIlle puBlIC lIBRaRy – 915 Monroe St., 256-532-5940

hunTSVIlle hOSpITal – Madison St. at Governors Dr., 256-265-1000

hunTSVIlle hOSpITal wOMen & ChIldRen – Governors Dr. at Franklin St., 256-265-1000

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Downtown BanksRBC - 100 Church St.,Suite 200, 256-519-6900fIRST COMMeRCIal Bank - 301 Washington St., 256-551-3344RegIOnS Bank - 200 Clinton Ave., 256-532-5015RegIOnS Bank - 508 Madison St., 256-535-0167SOuThBank - 118 Jefferson St., 256-535-6000SupeRIOR Bank - 300 Clinton Ave., 256-532-2690waChOVIa Bank - 409 Madison St., 256-551-5120

Old TOwn hISTORIC dISTRICT - A Victorian neighborhood, Old Town also contains significant early 19th century Federal houses. Major streets are Clinton, Holmes, Steele, Smith, Calhoun, White, School, Dallas and Walker.

TwICkenhaM hISTORIC dISTRICT - Dozens of Federal homes dating from 1814 flank streets south and east of Harrison Brothers Hardware. Founder LeRoy Pope originally named the town Twickenham in honor of a suburb of London.

fIVe pOInTS hISTORIC dISTRICT - The name of the town’s first subdivision is derived from the intersections of Pratt, Andrew Jackson and Holmes. Homes date from the 1920’s.

Maple hIll CeMeTeRy - Founded in 1818, Maple Hill is one of Alabama’s oldest and most beautiful cemeteries and borders the Twickenham Historic District. The name connotes the scores of maple trees which each October color the “burial ground.”

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Restaurants & Coffee Shops A Shea’S expReSS - 415 Church St., 256-532-5282 B lee ann’S - 419 Church St., 256-489-9300 C fuRnITuRe faCTORy BaR & gRIll - 619 Meridian St., 256-539-8001 D huMphRey’S BaR & gRIll - 109 Washington St., 256-704-5555,

beef, seafood, sandwiches, live entertainment every night E The ChOphOuSe - 109 Washington St., 256-704-5555, beef, seafood, extensive wine list F aMendMenT xxI - 123 North Side Square, 256-715-0131 G wIld ROSe CafÉ - 121 North Side Square, 256-539-3658, southern specialties H SaM & gReg’S - 119 North Side Square, 256-533-9030, pizza and gelato I kaffeeklaTSCh COffee - 119 Jefferson St., 256-539-1636 J MaSOn’S puB - 115 E. Clinton Ave., 256-704-5575, upscale-casual K papOu’S - 110 South Side Square, 256-534-5553, Greek cuisine VOOdOO lOunge - 110 South Side Square (downstairs), 256-539-0335, casual fare L COTTOn ROw - 100 South Side Square, 256-382-9500, fine dining M 801 fRanklIn - 801 Franklin St., 256-519-8019, fine dining N lITTle paul’S BBq - 815 Madison St., 256-536-7227 O The phOenIx BISTRO - 515 Fountain Row, 256-534-1962 Q pane e VInO - 300 Church St. (inside Huntsville Museum of Art), 256-533-1180,

Italian food & fine wine R lOfTOn’S - 401 Williams Ave. (inside Holiday Inn Downtown),

256-533-1400, lunch buffet, full service menu and live entertainment STaRBuCkS COffee - 401 Williams Ave. (inside Holiday Inn Downtown), 256-533-1400 S RuTh’S ChRIS STeak hOuSe - 800 Monroe St. (inside Embassy Suites), 256-539-3930 T CheCkeRS haMBuRgeRS - 700 Governor’s Dr., 256-536-3456 U STanlIeO’S - 602 Governors Dr., 256-536-6585, sandwiches

Parking Garages Parking Lots A Gates Avenue H Holmes Avenue B Fountain Circle I Monroe Street (Aquatic Center) M Monroe & Church Streets K Clinton Avenue O Clinton Avenue V Clinton Avenue Eustis Avenue (2 metered lots)



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AReA DInIng & ShOPPIng

The most important part of any trip to Huntsville is the food. The area offers a wide array of cuisine from simple to sumptuous. Visitors have many options to choose from while in the area. Casual dining to fine dining... Huntsville has it all. Check out our Dining Guide when you stop by our Visitor Center.

If it’s shopping you’re looking for, Huntsville will fit the bill. Shoppers can enjoy ma-jor department stores, antique shops and everything in between. Many stores with a local southern flair add to the unique shopping experience. See Points of Interest Map for locations of major shopping areas.




ALABAMA CONSTITUTION VILLAGE256-564-8113www.earlyworks.comSouthern Vittles in the VillageStep through the picket fence and back in time to the year 1819 when Alabama became the 22nd state in the union. Your group will experience a real southern dinner amid the charm and history of the Village. Participate in an interactive tour of the grounds – roll up your sleeves for some 18th century chores such as carding cotton, turning the great wheel lathe for the cabinet maker or churning butter and dipping candles.

Buzzsaws and BBQEnjoy a BBQ dinner and live folk music in the Vil-lage Cabinet Shop. Don’t think you can relax amidst the tools and furnishings of the 1800’s; the Cabinet Maker is looking for an apprentice. He might very well call on you!

AUTO-HARP MAN256-655-6241Auto-Harp Man from Al-ba-ham! Enjoy old-time, traditional foot stomping’ music with singer-songwriter James Smith the “Autoharp Man from Al-la-Bam!” The Autoharp Man says, “Ya’ll” come ‘round and see us now – you hear’ and if you don’t have fun it’s your own fault.”

BROADWAY THEATRE LEAGUE256-551-2264www.btleague.orgBring your groups to experience national touring shows straight from Broadway such as The Producers, Hairspray, Wonderful Town and On Golden Pond.

BRUSH & BOTTLE AT THE WINE CELLAR(256) 489-9463www.thewinecellarhsv.comJoin local artist, Rhonda Mitchell, to express your inner artist. Bring whatever you would like to drink, or buy a bottle or glass at the Cellar. Rhonda will then guide you through a painting step by step. You’ll leave with your own painting!

BUDDING CHEF COOKING SCHOOL256-325-2766www.buddingchefcookingschool.comThe Budding Chef provides a fun and innovative way to involve inspiring chefs in the art of cooking. They offer a variety of classes as well as a French-style Bistro open for lunch.

CITY LIGHTS & STARS256-536-2882www.burrittonthemountain.comThis concert series features casual outdoor concerts at Burritt on the Mountain on six Friday eve-nings during June, July, August and September. Unconfined by the walls of a traditional concert hall, nationally known and local musicians perform under the stars with a breathtaking view as the backdrop.

COFFEE NIGHTCAP256-539-1636Several restaurants in downtown offer delicious gour-met coffees with an atmosphere to match. It’s the perfect setting to end a fun-filled day and night.

CONCERTS IN THE PARK256-551-2230 or 800-SPACE-4-UEach Monday night from June through Labor Day, audiences can enjoy an eclectic blend of tunes un-derneath the stars in Big Spring International Park. Bring a picnic and enjoy this casual evening. Refresh-ments are also available. Admission is free. Concert time is 6:30 p.m., except at the grand finale Labor Day Concert from 6:00 to 9:00 p.m.

BRIDGE STREET TOWN CENTRE6782 Old Madison Pike • 256-428-2022 • www.bridgestreethuntsville.com

This $300 million development includes approximately 2,000,000 square feet of retail, restaurant, enter-tainment, office, hotel, and residential space. Our location is nestled in the heart of Cummings Research Park, the 2nd largest research park in the United States and 4th in the world. Bridge Street Town Centre offers a unique blend of upscale specialty shops and familiar retail favorites, set in a distinctly European atmosphere. The centre features over 70 upscale shops and restaurants, the 210-room Westin Huntsville Hotel, a 14-screen Monaco Pictures, 10-acre lake with gondola and pontoon boat rides and a six-story office tower. The property also features a customer service centre, carousel, fountains and lots of green open spaces.

EMMA’S TEA ROOM256-489-5850www.emmastearoom.comHigh Tea at Emma’s Tea Room, Huntsville’s most elegant tea room offers a charming, serene atmosphere with a wide selection of tea, coffee, fine pastries, delicious food and unique gifts. Your experience at Emma’s will be delightful and memorable.

HALEFIRE GLASSwww.halefireglass.comA working studio and jewelry boutique featuring artisan quality beads created right in the shop. Resident glass artist, Terry Hale, welcomes visitors to watch her work.

HISTORIC HUNTSVILLE DEPOT256-564-8113www.earlyworks.comCivil War Tour & BBQFollow your guide through the Historic Huntsville Depot and stroll the floors that soldiers once walked. After the tour you’ll enjoy a truly Southern barbeque meal with this historic setting that was built in 1860 and occupied by the Union Army during the Civil War.

hobo DinnerDress down and fill up at the Historic Huntsville Depot, as you dine in fine southern style and hear about the life of a hobo along the train lines and around town.

HUNTSVILLE BOTANICAL GARDEN256-830-4447www.hsvbg.orgWelcome to a garden Party Treat your group to a garden party either on the grounds of the Garden, in a rustic pavilion, or in one of our beautifully decorated indoor facilities. Formal or casual, the tranquil Garden provides a beautiful setting for relaxing and entertaining.




HUNTSVILLE GHOST WALKDowntown Huntsville256-509-3940www.huntsvilleghostwalk.comWho is the angry ghost in the courthouse? What is the story behind the haunting tune phantom children sing? Learn the answers to these questions and many more. The ghost walk starts at Harrison Brothers Hardware Store at 6 p.m.

HUNTSVILLE SYMPHONY ORCHESTRA256-539-4818www.hso.orgEnter a vivid world of drama and beauty, joy and melancholy. Your group will enjoy composers and works that will stimulate your mind, stir your soul and touch your heart.

LOWE MILL ARTS AND ENTERTAINMENT256-533-0399www.lowemill.netLowe Mill ARTS and Entertainment, a creative collective of artistic minds, is a true arts destination where a community of artisans can practice their trade while educating the public about art and its value. Lowe Mill houses The Flying Monkey Arts Center, Susan Knecht Glass Blowing Studio and Gal-lery, painter Amber Brookman, The Wedge Studio by Rita Burkholder, Happy Tummy eatery, Everett Cox’s foundry, Ozaki Fine Art as well as 34 new artists. Lowe Mill sponsors weekend events and the galleries and studios are open to the public. Lowe Mill, a textile mill built in 1900, also offers a glimpse into Huntsville’s history.

MADISON GAzEBO CONCERTS256-551-2230 or 800-SPACE-4-UEach Thursday night from early June to late August, the City of Madison celebrates the summer with con-certs in their downtown Gazebo. The free admission concerts start at 6:30 p.m. and last approximately one and a half hours. Bring your picnic, lawn chairs or blankets and enjoy a night under the stars.

MADISON SPIRIT STROLLDowntown MadisonDon’t just read about Madison’s history . . . experi-ence it yourself! History, mystery and hauntingsfirst Saturday evening of each month.

MERRIMACK HALL PERFORMING ARTS CENTER256-534-6455www.merrimackhall.com

Merrimack Hall brings a full season of local and tour-ing Off-Broadway productions to Huntsville, offering patrons the finest in entertainment options! Group discounts are available to most performances. Past performances include Billy Bob Thornton, Dionne Warwick, Menopause the Musical®, Lisa Loeb, Henry Cho and many more!

MISCHIEF AND MAYHEMJacque Reeves 256-509-3940Rhonda Ford 256-527-2488www.mischiefandmayhem.bizMischief and Mayhem Tours combine intrigue, trouble, and mystery to make your tour entertaining and fun! Our tours, led by guides in period costumes, will leave visitors with a taste of the other side of Huntsville’s history! Ask about their Civil War tours!

MY SPIRITED ART, UNCORK YOUR CREATIVITY(256) 479-4113www.myspiritedart.com“Spirited Art” with instructor Rebekah Sanders Bynum is an optimistic, glass-half-full, creative class for folks who want to learn the basics of acrylic painting in the company of great friends and good wine. In each class Rebekah will show you step-by-step how to create your own masterpiece that you can be proud of and take home at the end of the night. You will also learn a little art history by discussing the influence of certain artists and artistic movements on the paintings you create, but don’t worry; there won’t be any tests at the end!

OLDE TOWNE BREWING COMPANY 256-489-8700www.oldetownebeer.comTour & Beer TastingFounded in 2004 to provide Alabama with the finest and freshest beer possible, Olde Towne Brewing Com-pany prides itself on using only the finest malted barley and hops from around the world. It is the only micro-brewery in the state of Alabama, for that matter, it is the only brewery in the state that is not a brew pub.

RENAISSANCE THEATRE256-536-3117www.renaissancetheatre.netThe play’s the thing at Renaissance Theatre, a local company offering shows year-round. Whether you prefer comedy, drama, classics, musicals or mysteries, Huntsville’s performing arts venues can meet your needs! Ask about the availability of dinner theatre.

SCI-QUEST256-837-0606www.sci-quest.comexperiment in FunChildren of all ages will love having dinner in this unique, hands-on setting. Groups can even make their own ice cream for dessert! It’s sure to be an experiment in fun!

STORYTELLERS256-564-8113Our gifted Storytellers will entertain and thrill your group with tales of Appalachia and Huntsville. Topics can be selected for specific occasions such as celebra-tions, seasonal tales, legends, folk tales and other intriguing topics.

U.S. SPACE & ROCKET CENTER256-837-3400www.spacecamp.comLunch with an Astronaut or Aviator Fridays in June, July and early August, come to the U.S. Space & Rocket Center to meet a retired space shuttle astronaut, hear about his or her experiences in space against the back drop of one of America’s finest collection of rockets. Some weeks feature a noted aviator, who shares their military and/or aerobatic flying experiences. Ask questions and have your photo made with these out-of-this-world explorers.

Multi generational Multi Day Parent Child Space Camp® experience Share your excitement and experience with the space program with your child or grandchild. Each 3 day camp takes place at Space Camp® at the U.S. Space & Rocket Center. Students 2nd grade through 6th grade can experience a simulated space shuttle mission, build a rocket, learn about the American space program with a parent or grandparent. This fun filled weekend adventure will be a memorable experience for both of you.

Behind the Scenes: Space Camp for a DayEach year thousand of students from around the world attend the one of kind Space Camp. You can experience a small taste of it! This fun filled day for your group will begin with a guided tour of the museum including a sneak peak at the Space Camp® facilities, not open to the public. It will also include a hands-on activity and lesson suited for all ages. The day will also include lunch and an IMAX® or 3d Movie. Minimum 20 people June – March only. May select a Rocket, Moon or Mars theme for the day. Lunch Buffet in Galaxy Dining Room, if available.

The Ultimate Teambuilding experience!Corporate Space Camp/Aviation Challenge Learning ProgramsLook no further for out-of-this-world professional development and incentive rewards programs. Develop leaders and strengthen teams through our immersive Corporate Space, Aviation or Outdoor Challenge experiences that build individual skills, promote leadership and enhance teamwork. Using state-of-the-art simulations and engaging activi-ties, participants suit up and take on the immersive role of astronaut or jet-fighter pilot in training and become a member of space shuttle crew or military flight squadron tasked with performing a highly critical mission objective. Programs are customized to fit your team size and schedule and are generally scheduled August through May according to facility availability. Multiple-day schedules are available. All programs include necessary materials, personalized flight suit, transportation and private meals (breakfast, lunch and snack breaks).

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