Emerging Program Institute: sessions | schedule | travel | register
February 15-17, 2009 | Charlotte, NC & Spartanburg, SC
Charlotte is a vibrant city in the midst of a cultural and commercial renaissance. Visit www.charlottesgotalot.com for more information on things to do and places to see.
Hotel information:
Discounted rooms are available at the historic Dunhill Hotel for $159/night, plus tax. To receive the discounted rate, reserve by January 15, 2009 and mention the Alliance of Artists Communities when making your reservation. The Dunhill is a full-service hotel located in Charlotte's trendy Uptown neighborhood, within easy walking distance of McColl Center, dozens of restaurants, music venues, shops, museums, and nightlife. The historic Gold Rush trolley cars ($1.50 per ride) service the Uptown Charlotte area.
Dunhill Hotel
237 N. Tryon Street
Charlotte, NC 28202
Telephone: 1-704-332-4141 | Toll Free: 1-800-354-4141
Discounted room rate: $159/night
Make your reservation online (enter the attendee code AACA)
Or call toll Free: 1-800-354-4141
Transportation
Charlotte is served by Charlotte/Douglas International Airport (CLT). The airport is 7 miles (about a 15-minute drive, 25 minutes via bus) from the Dunhill Hotel.
From the airport to the hotel:
- Public transit: Take CATS Bus #5 from the airport to the downtown Charlotte Transportation Center at 310 East Trade Street. The pick-up for Bus #5 is in front of the Zone D Baggage Claim. The downtown Transportation Center is about .6 miles from the hotel.
- Cab or Shuttle: Cabs are readily available from the airport and will cost approximately $20 to the Dunhill Hotel. Several airport shuttle companies also operate, charging around $10 per person.
From the Amtrak station to the hotel:
The Amtrak train station is located at 1914 North Tryon Street, approximately 1.4 miles from the hotel. A cab is the easiest way from the Amtrak station to the Dunhill Hotel.
Transportation will be provided between Charlotte and Spartanburg.
