The Washington Convention Center in Washington DC was a convention center located one block southwest at 909 H Street NW, occupying the city block bounded by New York Avenue, 9th Street, H Street, and 11th Street. Construction on the center began in 1980, and it opened on December 10, 1983. At 800000sqft, it was the fourth largest facility in the United States at the time. However, during the 1980s and 1990s, numerous larger and more modern facilities were constructed around the country, and by 1997 the Washington Convention Center had become the 30th largest facility.After being replaced by the new Walter E. Washington Convention Center, the old convention center was imploded at approximately 7:30 a.m. on December 18, 2004. Until 2011, the 10acre site was a municipal parking lot that was also used as the intercity bus terminal for Megabus and BoltBus. The site was also used for special events such as Cirque Du Soleil and the home of the Washington Kastles Stadium. However, construction of a new $950 million complex called CityCenterDC on the site began in March 2011.
The Walter E. Washington Convention Center is a 2300000sqft convention center located in Washington, D.C., USA, owned and operated by the city's convention arm, Events DC. Designed by the Atlanta-based architecture firm Thompson, Ventulett, Stainback & Associates, the convention center is located in a superblock bounded by Mount Vernon Square and 7th, 9th and N streets, N.W. It is served by the Mount Vernon Square station on the Yellow and Green lines of the Washington Metro. It was completed in 2003.Major eventsSix of the nine official inaugural balls for the 2005 second inauguration of George W. Bush were held at the convention center.In 2006, the Council of the District of Columbia approved legislation naming the then-Washington Convention Center in honor of the city's first home rule mayor, the late Walter E. Washington. In 2008, the WCSA Board of Directors agreed to expand the newly built convention center by 75000sqft.
The Ronald Reagan Building and International Trade Center, named after former United States President Ronald Reagan, is the first federal building in Washington, D.C. designed for both governmental and private sector purposes.Each of the organizations located in the Pennsylvania Avenue building are dedicated to international trade and globalization. Organizations headquartered in this building include the U.S. Agency for International Development, U.S. Customs and Border Protection, and the Woodrow Wilson International Center for Scholars. The first private sector lease was signed with investment banking firm Quarterdeck Investment Partners, Inc. The building hosts conferences, trade shows, cultural events, and outdoor concerts. Post-9/11, security requirements for high-profile federal buildings have limited the amount of public/private access anticipated by the center's designers.HistoryContextThe building is located near the Federal Triangle Station in Washington, D.C., an area once populated heavily with saloons and brothels. The federal government purchased the land in the 1920s, and it was to be part of the Federal Triangle redevelopment of the late 1920s and 1930s. Until development on the current building began, the area known as the "Great Plaza" was used as a massive downtown parking lot.
Designated one of the nation’s top five auto shows by the International Organization of Motor Vehicle Manufacturers, The Washington Auto Show®, a world class event, continues to wow audiences with its cutting-edge exhibits, latest model cars and displays of historic vehicles. As the “Public Policy Show” on the auto show circuit, the 10-day public show is preceded by two Public Policy Preview Days of special events and announcements for officials in government, industry and the media. The Washington Auto Show is also the largest public show in Washington, D.C. Over the course of its many years this beloved and historic D.C. tradition has attracted Washingtonians of all stripes – and political affiliations. Visitors enjoy the annual trek to the Walter E. Washington Convention Center for the entertainment, as much as for the experience of viewing the hundreds of cars on exhibit. At the 2016 Washington Auto Show we invited attendees to "Start Your Imagination!" Along with the engineering prowess on display among the more than 700 new models from over 42 manufacturers, featured VIP tours led by award-winning automotive writers and a special exhibit area for live painting of “art” cars, "Art of Motion". As a bonus, there were onsite visits from sports personalities and mascots, a Family Fun Zone and a Refueling Station sponsored by Jeep and presented by Samuel Adams. We invite you to join us for another powerful show experience at the 2017 Washington Auto Show, January 27, 2015 - February 5, 2017!
Events DC is the face of conventions, sports, entertainment and cultural events within our nation’s capital. As the official convention and sports authority for the District of Columbia, Events DC leverages the beauty, history and diversity of the most powerful city in the world to attract and promote an extensive variety of events, resulting in amazing experiences for residents and visitors alike, and generating economic and community benefits for the city.
Our largest event is the ERA D2C Convention and is the one show with unlimited possibilities. It's the defining event for the direct-to-consumer marketing industry, where the people who make decisions and change the game engage. ERA D2C is packed with extraordinary education sessions, unmatched networking opportunities and special events including the ERA Moxie Awards Gala. Visit www.retailing.org/d2c for more information or to secure an exhibit space or sponsorship today! The Great Ideas Summit is our smaller winter show with great people, products, parties and education. More than 600 direct response and direct to consumer decision makers attend to mingle, collaborate and partner with other industry leaders. Visit www.retailing.org/greatideas for more information or to secure an exhibit space or sponsorship today! The ERA Government Affairs Fly-In is held each Spring in Washington, D.C. and is your unique chance to support the DR industry. Attending provides you with the chance to meet with key lawmakers, network with industry leaders, learn and become a better advocate by letting policymakers know that the DR industry is strong. For more information check out http://pages.retailing.org/flyin today. ERA hosts several other networking receptions throughout the year that give members the opportunity to network, make new business connections, re-connect with old friends, and ultimately drive more business. We have receptions in New York, Los Angeles, and Toronto.
Carnegie Library at Mt. Vernon Square combines simple elegance and modern design to create a versatile venue space perfect for any event. Located across the street from the Walter E. Washington Convention Center, this historic landmark has awe inspiring architecture, spacious rooms, a 150-seat theater and a grand exterior plaza. Dedicated in 1903 by Theodore Roosevelt and Andrew Carnegie, Carnegie Library is part of the two hundred year history of Mt. Vernon and continues to serve Washingtonians and visitors alike. As a special event venue, Carnegie Library showcases its versatility by hosting weddings, galas, holiday parties and even the Capital Showdown boxing press conference featuring Amir Khan and Lamont Peterson. The Library is comprised of seven ornate rooms – including the L’Enfant Map Room which features an illuminated floor map of Washington, D.C. Carnegie Library also serves as home to the notable Kiplinger Library. Take your event to the next level and host your special event at Carnegie Library at Mt. Vernon Square. www.eventsdc.com To obtain more information on Carnegie Library at Mt. Vernon Square, please contact Kristina Noell at [email protected] or 202.249.3229
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Beautiful industrial event center with exposed brick walls, steel beams, and sealed concrete; complete with modern textures and finishes. In the heart of the transformed (and trendy) Shaw neighborhood just ½ a block away from the metro. Cutting-edge AV and appliances including three 80-inch smart televisions, fully functioning kitchen for food prep and state-of-the-art presentation technology. Freshly restored from the historic Wonder Bread Factory, the venue is the newest and most unique community meeting space in the area. Uniquely flexible, with configurable partitions to create multiple room types; chairs for two-hundred forty guests; thirty-eight rectangular and six round tables.
Fabulous culinary creations are a must for any catered event; but so are great planning and stellar service. At Revive, we go above and beyond to make sure that your special events are flawless! Charese John is a hospitality guru and a second generation event planner, with an acute eye for detail. A Washington, DC homegrown culinary expert, Charese comes from the finest of catering families, Dean & Deluca Georgetown serving as The Director of Catering & Events. There, Charese learn the key elements for creating and running a successful events & catering company. From menu planning to creating a themed gala, Charese will help you bring your vision to life! Alongside her business partner Melvin Hines and an extraordinary culinary staff, Revive Events & Catering will work with you to create an aire of "Socializing at its Finest" at your next event! Follow us on Instagram or Twitter for fabulous updates and happenings @ReviveEventsDC
The Marine Engineers' Beneficial Association Realty Trust proudly presents Washington, D.C.'s version of a ship's flying bridge. The Flying Bridge is Washington's newest and most distinctive rooftop venue featuring spectacular views of the US Capitol, The Washington Monument and Union Station. This rooftop even comes complete with a ship's compass binnacle. The space is equipped with a unique retractable canopy as well as offering heating and air conditioning for year round comfort for your special event. Experience our view of Washington from The Flying Bridge. WHAT IS A FLYING BRIDGE? A flying bridge is an open area on top of a ship's pilothouse or closed navigation bridge. This area serves as an operating station for the ship's captain and navigation officers in good weather or when complete unobstructed views are important. Iron and steel ships require a compass platform or tower where a magnetic compass can be sited as far away as possible from the ferrous interference of the hull of the ship. This compass platform is known as the flying bridge and contains a compass binnacle and voice tubes to allow the conning officer to direct the ship from a higher position during fair weather conditions.
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We specialize in wedding and event planning and floral design and decor for the Washington, DC area. We have lighting specialist in-house including uplighting, bistro lights and lanterns. We also have in-house calligraphers and graphic design artists for a cohesive and styled event!