Arts and Civic Engagement
November 12-15, 2008 | Seattle, WA
Attending the conference? Download know-before-you-go information.
Seattle is a vibrant city with a thriving arts scene, world-class restaurants, and beautiful scenery. Go to www.visitseattle.com for more information on things to do and places to see.
Conference Accommodations
Discounted rooms are available at the Silver Cloud Hotel/Broadway for $159/night, plus tax. To receive the discounted rate, reserve by October 12 and mention the Alliance of Artists Communities when making your reservation. The Silver Cloud Hotel is located in Seattle’s trendy Capitol Hill neighborhood, within easy walking distance of dozens of restaurants, music venues, shops, and nightlife.
Silver Cloud Hotel/Broadway
1100 Broadway (corner of Broadway and Madison)
Seattle, Washington 98122
Main phone: 206.325.1400
Reservations: 800.590.1801
Transportation
Seattle is served by Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA). The airport is 14 miles (about a 20-minute drive) from the Silver Cloud Hotel.
From the airport to the hotel
Public transit: Take bus #194 from the airport toward Downtown Seattle (you will need to pay with exact change – $2.25 – on the bus and request a transfer). Exit at Pioneer Square/Tunnel Station. Walk west across the street to Marion Street & 2nd Avenue to transfer to bus #12 toward First Hill. Exit at E. Madison Street & Broadway for the Silver Cloud Hotel/Broadway.
Cab: Cabs are readily available from the airport and will cost approximately $40 to the Silver Cloud Hotel/Broadway.
From the Amtrak station to the hotel
The Amtrak’s King Street Station (303 S. Jackson Street) is located approximately 1 mile from the hotel, though it is not very walkable, as you will encounter many dead-ends and will be going uphill the whole way. A cab is the easiest way from the Amtrak station to the Silver Cloud Hotel/Broadway.
The Alliance is grateful to Hedgebrook, celebrating its 20th anniversary, for hosting the 2008 Conference through staff and logistical support. The 2008 Conference is supported in part by grants from the National Endowment for the Arts and The Ford Foundation.
