2013- 2014 official meeting planner guide

Huntsville/Madison County Convention & Visitors Bureau

500 Church Street NW, Suite One • Huntsville, Alabama 35801 • 800.843.0468 • 256.551.2230 • Fax 256.551.2324 • www.huntsville.org 01.13

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U. S. Space & Rocket Center

Robert Trent Jones Golf Trail at Hampton Cove

Von Braun Center

Von Braun Center North Hall



Welcome

We’ve Got Space for YOUR next conference, trade show or event. Meeting planners who have

enjoyed the extraordinary services and support while conducting their event here agree that Huntsville/

Madison County is the right choice for an out of this world experience. Whether your event involves 50 or

10,000, the Convention & Visitors Bureau, local lodging providers and area attractions work as a team to

ensure your success.

In the 200+ years since pioneers carved the first English-speaking town from the Alabama Territory,

Huntsville has provided exemplary regional and national leadership far exceeding other cities our size.

It began when settler John Hunt built a small log cabin at what is known now as Big Spring in 1805 and

the town which grew up around it took his name after briefly being called Twickenham. Huntsville served

as the host of the Constitutional Convention and was named the first capital of the newly recognized state

of Alabama. During the Civil War, Huntsville was occupied by Union troops which spared the homes and

businesses from destruction.

Huntsville was primarily a center for trade and textile mills from the 1830s until the 1950 arrival

of a team of rocket scientists led by Dr. Wernher von Braun began America’s space program. Rockets

developed here launched America’s first satellite, put the first American in space and launched the Apollo

astronauts to the Moon. Huntsville technology launched the Space Shuttle and fabricated much of the

International Space Station. Huntsville’s Marshall Space Flight Center will develop the next generation

propulsion systems used by NASA on future space missions.

An abundance of Fortune 500 companies have facilities in Huntsville/Madison County. We are the

home of Toyota Motor Manufacturing of Alabama as well as the Hudson-Alpha Institute which is a world

leader in biotech. Our quality of life is outstanding and as a result, there are exciting attractions and

activities for your attendees to enjoy during their stay.

Let us show you how our staff of dedicated professionals will help take your meeting to new heights

in the Rocket City. We’ve Got Space and we’re eager to host your next meeting.

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

Huntsville/Madison County Meeting Planners Guide©2012 Huntsville/Madison County Convention & Visitors Bureau500 Church Street NW, 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.



Welcome

ONE CALL DOES IT ALL!The Huntsville/Madison County Convention & 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-promote for major conventions

· Unbiased information (at no cost to planners)

· Learn about meeting facilities and exhibit space

· Hotel room availability

· Identify attractions and unique venues

CONVENTION DEPARTMENTYVONNE 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

LESLIE WALKER 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.



Welcome

CONVENTION SERVICESWe’re here to make your job as a meeting planner easier. The Huntsville CVB provides numerous compli-mentary services, including a housing bureau, registration assistance, welcome letters and media coverage assistance to help take your meeting to the next level.

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 workout 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 complimentary laser-printed name badges 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, Chairman of the County Commission and the Bureau’s President/CEO. Print them in your program and post them on your website to show we’re excited they will be here.

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 the 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.

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Huntsville can do for you.

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CONVENIENTLy LOCATED IN ThE SOuThEASTERN uNITED STATES.

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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 and 20 miles south of the Tennessee border. 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 I-565, Alabama Highway 53 also connects the city with I-65 in Ardmore, Tennessee.

Number of Hotel Rooms in Region .....................................................6,800

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

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

Minutes from Airport to Downtown ..........................................................15

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.

huNTSVILLE FACTSHuntsville, centrally located in the mid-south, is easy to reach by car or air.

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



Welcome

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, Denver, Detroit, 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



Welcome

Month of April Spring Festival of FlowersHuntsville Botanical Garden

Month of April Spring Farm Days

Burritt on the Mountain

Last Weekend of AprilPanoply® Arts Festival

Big Spring International Park

Mid-AprilGreat Moonbuggy Race

U.S. Space & Rocket Center

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

stages and local casts perform at Renaissance Theatre 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 LightsHuntsville Botanical Garden

Thanksgiving Day through New Year’s EveSanta’s Rocket Pit Stop


Month of DecemberSanta’s Village

Alabama Constitution Village

First Thursday, Friday & 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

Huntsville Botanical Garden

First Saturday in OctoberMadison Street Festival

Downtown Madison

October Historic Cemetery Stroll

Maple Hill Cemetery

OuTDOOR CONCERTS

Select 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 CELEbRATIONSFirst Weekend of May

Huntsville Pilgrimage Huntsville Historic Districts

First Weekend of May WhistleStop WeekendHistoric Huntsville Depot

May through September Butterfly House

Huntsville Botanical Garden

July 4thFireworks Celebration


FALL FESTIVALS

Third Saturday of OctoberIndian Heritage Harvest Festival


OctoberSpooktacular Science

Sci-Quest Hands-on Science Center

Annual Events


FacilitiesHuntsville/Madison County Convention & Visitors Bureau



fa c i l i t y s pa c eat- a - g l a n c e

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 Arts 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

Saturn V Hall 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.



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 audiovisual 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.

Room setup examples



TheVonBraunCenterhasmorethan170,000squarefeetofflexiblemeetingandexhibitspaceto accommodateyourconventionandmeetingrequirements. The South Hallprovidesmorethan100,000squarefeetofcontiguousspacewith35-footceilingsand82,000squarefeetofcolumnfreeexhibitspace.Thehallhasmeetingroomsanda20,000-square-footpre-functionlobbyovera500-spacecoveredparkinggarage. The North Hall isanattractive23,000-square-footbanquethallthataccommodatesupto1,200for aseatedmealfunction.On-premisescateringmakesiteasy,too. Additionalmeeting roomsandasmallerexhibithallprovidenumerousoptionsforbreak-outsandexhibits. TheconventioncenterisconvenientlylocatedjustoffInterstate565andisa15-minutedrivefromtheHuntsvilleInternationalAirport.TheconventioncenteroverlooksbeautifulBigSpringParkandaringofmountainsthatflankDowntownHuntsville. Themulti-purposefacilityisequippedtoaccommodatemajorconcerts,touringBroadwayshows, ballets,concertsandperformancesoftheHuntsvilleSymphonyOrchestra.The8,000-seatPropstArena, the1,950-seatMarkC.SmithConcertHallanda500-seatPlayhouseTheaterareavailableforconferencesandseminars. Theturn-keyfacilityismanagedbyateamofexperiencedprofessionalswhoguaranteessuccess. Foradditionalinformation,contacttheMarketingDepartmentat256.533.1953.

Von Braun center700 monroe Street, Huntsville, AL 35801256.533.1953 / Fax 256.551.2203www.vonbrauncenter.com Email: [email protected]




south hall Room DImensIons sq Ft Booths theateR Banquet ClassRoom

TotalSouthHall 210’x480’ 100,800 600 10,080 6,700 5,040 SouthHall1 210’x240’ 50,400 304 5,000 3,360 2,520 SouthHall2 210’x150’ 31,500 200 3,150 2,100 1,575 SouthBallroom 220’x74’ 16,280 75 1,500 1,000 750 Lobby/Prefunction 20,000

east hall Room DImensIons sq Ft Booths theateR Banquet ClassRoom

TotalEastHall 24,900 160 EastHall1 79’x116’ 9,164 60 1,200 600 550 EastHall2 79’x116’ 9,164 60 1,200 600 550 EastHall3 62’x106’ 6,572 40 750 365 330

North hall Room DImensIons sq Ft Booths theateR Banquet ClassRoom

TotalNorthHall 112’x207’ 23,184 133 2,300 1,800 1,500 NorthHall1 112’x66’ 7,392 36 725 400 460 NorthHall2 112’x66’ 7,392 36 725 400 460 NorthHall3 112’x75’ 8,400 45 725 400 460

ProPst areNa Room DImensIons sq Ft Booths FestIval enD stage hoCkey BasketBall

ArenaFloor&Seating 110’x212’ 21,624 144 9,000 8,300 6,602 7,198



MeetiNg rooMs Room DImensIons sq. Ft. theateR Banquet ClassRoom

South Hall Ballroom1 45’x74’ 3,330 315 205 150 Ballroom2 45’x74’ 3,330 315 205 150 Ballroom3 45’x74’ 3,330 315 205 150 Ballroom4 45’x74’ 3,330 315 205 150 Ballroom5 45’x74’ 3,330 280 185 140 MeetingRoom1 30’x40’ 1,200 120 80 60 MeetingRoom2 34’x40’ 1,360 135 90 65 MeetingRoom3 20’x18’ 360 30 Lobby 4,200 BallroomPre-function 6,432 ExhibitPre-function 10,400

North Hall Salon1 38’x75’ 2,850 285 190 140 Salon1A 38’x36’ 1,368 135 90 65 Salon1B 38’x39’ 1,482 145 95 70 Salon2 38’x30’ 1,140 110 75 55 Salon3 38’x72’ 2,736 270 180 135 Salon4 30’x35’ 1,050 85 55 40 Salon5 30’x33’ 990 95 65 50 Salon6 19’x56’ 1,064 105 70 50 Salon6A 19’x28’ 532 50 35 25 Salon6B 19’x28’ 532 50 35 25 Salon7 20’x15’ 300 8 Salon8 19’x38’ 722 45 24 30 Salon10 20’x56’ 1,120 105 70 50




South Hall North Hall Upper

North Hall Lower

EastHall 1

EastHall 2

EastHall 3

Prefunction

Ballroom 1

MeetingRoom 1

MeetingRoom

2

MeetingRoom

3

Ballroom 2

Ballroom 3

Ballroom 4

Ballroom 5

South Hall 2South Hall 1

Kitchen

ConcertHall Rehearsal

Room

GreenRoom

BalletRoom

TicketOffice

North Hall 1North Hall 2

Salon1a

Salon1b

Salon2

Salon3

Open to Lower LevelSalon5

Salon4

Salon6a

Salon6b

Salon109

Salon8

North Hall 3

Playhouse

Administration

Arena

Pub

Arena Lobby

ArenaPre-Function

Room




agribition center4925 moores mill Road, Huntsville, AL 35811256.859.5896 / Fax 256.859.7813www.aamu.edu/information/agribition/Pages/default.aspx

Room lxW sq.Ft. Banquet ReCeptIon ClassRoom theatRe

Pavilion 250’x150’ 38,000 Arena 198’x259’ 51,200 500 500 1,500 Mezzanine 2rooms 9,000 75 150 Conference 40’x20’ 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


PartyRoom#1 37’x20’ 740 70 45 60 PartyRoom#2 18’x20’ 360 50 25 35 BoardRoom 39’x18’ 700 30 65 35 50 BalletRoom 700 30 65 35 50



Burritt on the mountain3101 Burritt Drive, Huntsville, AL 35801256.536.2882 / Fax 256.532.1784www.burrittonthemountain.com


BurrittBluffBuilding 7,600 256 400 200 350 Trillium 47’ x 29’ 1,363 96 150 45 125 church 30’ x 41’ 1,230 64 100 36 100 Gazebo & Patio 36’ diameter

Ditto landing marina293 Ditto Landing RoadP.O. Box 14250, Huntsville, AL 35815256.882.1057 / Fax: 256.880.7620www.dittolanding.com

KingstonPavilion(picnic) 300 2,800sq.ft. CampersPavilion(picnic) 100 1,400sq.ft.



earlyWorks museum complex404 madison Street, Huntsville, AL 35801256.564.8100 / Fax 256.564.8151www.earlyworks.com


EarlyWorks Museum – GrandHall 74’x46’ 3,400 200 500 200 250

Historic Huntsville Depot – RoundHouse 90’x115’x60’ 7,000 350 600 300 500 AuntEunice’sCountryKitchenMuseum 35 50

Alabama Constitution Village – ConstitutionHall 60’x22’ 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


TheArbor 60’x25’x50’ 3,600 160 299 200 MurrayHall 65’x39’x25’ 2,700 72 100 45 100 BoeingEducation 40’x31’ 1,400 40 60

Outdoor Venues: Grisham Pavilion Picnic Table Seating for 240 Boeing-Toyota Amphitheater Seating for 300

Garden Venues that may be rented with an indoor facility: Arbor courtyard (Paved 50’x70’ and Grass 50’ x 40’), Teledyne Terrace, cottage Garden



Huntsville museum of art300 South church Street, Huntsville, AL 35801256.535.4350 ext. 207 / Fax 256.533.6748www.hsvmuseum.org


Southwest corner 220 350 Upper Level 200 350 Big Spring Hall 80 175 Great Hall 48’ x 58’ 2,784 160 224 80 200 Parlor 25’ x 24’ 600 24 50 12 40 Board Room 25’ x 23’ 575 24 50 12 40 North Patio 200 350 150 Kitchen

the Historic lowry House1205 Kildare Street NW, 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’ 150 people



monte sano state park and lodgemonte Sano State Park5105 Nolen Avenue, Huntsville, AL 35801256.539.7174 / Fax 256.539.7069www.alapark.com


OakBanquetHall 30’x60’ 1,800 110 175 90 175 DogwoodRoom 22’x42’ 528 64 90 42 90 FernHall 30’x50’ Entire Lodge 8,000 250 300 130 265 Large Pavilion Small Pavilion yAcc Pavilion

north alabama Railroad museumP.O. Box 4163 (609 chase Road)Huntsville, AL 35815256.851.6276www.suncompsvc.com/narm


DiningCar 85’x10’ 40 Pavilion 26’x36’ 2picnictables



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


LoweHall 61’x33’ 2,013 80 200 72 165 LoweHall(1room) 30’x33’ 990 40 100 36 75 FullFacility 25,000 500 800 ImmersiveTheater 56

Veterans memorial museum2060A Airport Road, Huntsville, AL 35801256.883.3737 / Fax 256. 883.3912www.memorialmuseum.org


Museum 100’x120’ 12,000 50 150 30 30

Weeden House museum300 Gates Avenue, Huntsville, AL 35801256.536.7718


FirstFloor 50 125 Inside,porchandtentoutside 250+



u.s. space & Rocket centerOne Tranquility Base, Huntsville, AL 35805256.837.3400www.rocketcenter.com


MainExhibitArea 250 MarsDiningRoom 10,000 275 300 ShuttlePark 1,000 4,000 SpacedomeImaxTheater 288 SpacedomeLobby 2,585 150 AstrotekBuilding 5,730 150 200 CorporateClassroomsI,II 50 70 25-50 EducationTrainingFacility(ETF) 1,724 75 150 120 125 ETFScienceRoom 1,240 34 DiscoveryTheater 2,376 170 SaturnVHall 68,200 1,000 1,500 3-DTheater 360 ApolloTerrace 80 120



The U.S. Space & Rocket center (USSRc) of Huntsville, Ala-bama, is a Smithsonian institute Affiliate museum and an Official Visitor information 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 center Saturn V Hall, the 68,200-square-foot building that houses the Saturn V rocket. This 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 center Saturn V Hall 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 center Saturn V Hall 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.

u.s. space & Rocket centeRsatuRn V HallOne Tranquility Base, Huntsville256-837-3400 or 800-63-SPAcEwww.rocketcenter.com



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 un-derwent 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 organiza-tions, as well as special group discount structures for some of our performances. Ease of parking, streamlined communica-tion with staff, flexibility of set-up, and state-of-the-art facilities make merrimack Hall an excellent choice for corporate confer-ences, meetings, luncheons–and especially for entertainment!

Venue/Specs Info: Lobby: merrimack Hall’s spacious foyer lobby can ac-commodate 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 meet-ings, 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 enter-tainment! measuring approximately 31 by 77 feet, our Dance Studio has approximately 3,000 square feet of space, a beauti-ful 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 kitchen-ette, 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



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 magnifi-cent 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 set-ting, 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



Jackson center in cummings Research Park600 Genome WayHuntsville, AL 35806 256.327.7320 / Fax: [email protected]

Jackson center is a state-of-the-art conference center that is expertly designed to host professional meetings, corporate events and multi day conferences for groups of 500+ participants. Jackson center offers over 13,000 square feet of versatile meeting space in a “Distraction-Free Environment.”

meeting rooms are equipped with built in high definition ceiling mounted projectors, retractable screens, high definition iP video conferencing with pan/tilt/zoom camera and DVD recording with playback capability and complimentary Wi-Fi internet throughout the building.

At Jackson center we offer many services to facilitate your booking process like on-site catering, on-line registration for attendees, on-line calendar for viewing available dates and “One-Stop Planning Solutions” which allows us to handle all facets of your conference as well as a Pub for hosting informative fun receptions.



am Booth’s lumberyard 120 cleveland Street 50-250Huntsville, AL 35811 256-651-3417

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 75-800P.O. Drawer 3388 KitchenHuntsville, AL 35810 Outside catering allowed256.859.4470 / 256.859.4471 Alcohol (complying with in-house laws)

calvary Hill neighborhood center2900 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 Kitchen available256.429.5000

Hampton cove golf course 450 Old Highway 431 South 1 Room – 50-150Owens cross Roads, AL 35763 catering-in-house256.551.1818

Hollywood 18 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

Huntsville madison county public library915 monroe Street Non-profit or civic organizationsHuntsville, AL 35801 Stand-up 200 / Sit-down 100256.532.5940 Kitchenette Outside catering allowed / No alcohol

Huntsville-madison county senior center2200 Drake Avenue Stand-up 300 / Sit-down 350Huntsville, AL 35805 meeting Room 50-60256.880.7080 catering by Kurt (only)

interior market place 5732 Highway 431 S 3 interconnected roomsBrownsboro, AL 35741 8-40256.517.8883 catering-in-house

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

lowe mill arts & entertainment2211 Seminole Drive256.533.0399www.lowemill.net

the madison county flight center358 Bolling Road 12-100meridianville, 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 Road Picnic TablesGurley, 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

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national guard armory Building5141 Triana Blvd. SWHuntsville, AL 35805Available upon approval of commander256-650-2780

oak place East Huntsville Baptist church Several rooms available – up to 80808 maysville Road KitchenHuntsville, AL 35801 Outside catering256.539.0309 No alcohol256.536.9911This is an antebellum historic home built in 1840.

optimist Recreation center 703 Oakwood Avenue 1 Room – 50Huntsville, AL 35811 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

Richard showers Recreation center4600 Blue Springs Road Sit-down 150Huntsville, AL Kitchen256.851.4001 Outside catering allowed / No alcohol

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 1 Pavilion – 200New market, AL 35761 2 Pavilion – 100256.379.2868 13 PavilionsFax 256.379-2151 camproundwww.co.madison.al.us Playground

southern adventures family fun center & Waterpark2150 Leeman Ferry circleHuntsville, AL 35801256.880.6599Fax 256.382.2069www.southern-adventures.com

trinity methodist church 607 Airport Road SW Hi-Tech audio visual auditoriumHuntsville, AL 35802 Theater/Auditorium, Seats 1,300256.883.3200 ext. 201 Dining Hall serving meals, Sit-down 250 classrooms

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

Bonefish grill Dinner Only4800 Whitesburg Dr. SouthHuntsville, AL 35802256.883.0643Upscale casual dressy

Brix Private dining/meeting room964 Airport Road 1 room – 0-50Huntsville, AL 358002256.881.3396casual atmosphere

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

clementine’s Facility can be rented for private600 O’Shaughnessy meetings – evenings onlyHuntsville, AL 35801 1-70256.512.0697 • Fax 256.512.0699casual atmosphere

connors steak House & seafoodThe Bridge StreetHuntsville, AL 35806256.327.8425

cotton Row Restaurant - the loft100 South Side SquareHuntsville, AL 35806256.382.9500

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

Humphreys’s Private dining/meeting roomsWashington Square 0-100109 Washington StreetHuntsville, AL 35801256.704.5555 • Fax 256.704.5562 • humphreysbarandgrill.comcasual atmosphere

interior marketplace cafe 5732 Highway 431 S 1 room – 0-75Brownsboro, AL 35741 Additional seating can be arranged 256.517.8883 catering-in-house

James steakhouse Private dining/meeting roomsWashington Square 1-100101 Washington Street casual atmosphereHuntsville, AL 35801256.704.5555 • Fax 256.704.5562jamessteakhouse.com

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

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

pf chang’sThe Bridge StreetHuntsville, AL 35806256.327.8320



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pauli’s 5 private dining rooms7143-c Highway 72 West Private dining rooms from 2 people to 50+ Huntsville, AL 35758 Alcohol inclusive parties available256.772.2080paulisbarandgrill.comUpscale 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

shea’s express415 church Street NWHuntsville, AL 35801256.532.5282

southern adventures amazon café Dining/meeting room2150 Leeman Ferry circle 1 room – 0-200Huntsville, AL 35801256.880.6599 • Fax 256.382.2069casual atmosphere

surie Private dining/meeting room7840 Highway 72 West 1 room – 0-55madison, AL 35758256.895.3343 • Fax 256.895.3346 Upscale atmosphere

the eaves Restaurant501-A church StreetHuntsville, AL 35801256.489.1752

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

Watercress365 The Bridge Street NW, Suite 125Huntsville, AL 35806256.585.3265


Convention HotelsHuntsville/Madison County Convention & Visitors Bureau


3-2500 Church Street NW, Suite One • Huntsville, Alabama 35801 • 800.843.0468 • 256.551.2230 • Fax 256.551.2324 • huntsville.org

CONVENTION HOTELS 800 NUMBER OF DISTANCE DISTANCE NUMBER OF TOTAL SQ. FT. LARGEST SQ. FT. PHONE PHONE SLEEPING TO TO MEETING OF MEETING OF MEETING THEATER CLASS BANQUET HOTEL NUMBER NUMBER ROOMS AIRPORT VON BRAUN CENTER SPACES SPACE SPACE CAPACITY CAPACITY CAPACITY

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 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 SpringHill Suites - Constellation 256.512.0188 800.831.4004 149 rooms 12 mi. Adjacent 4 3,903 2,626 250 110 210 Four Points Sheraton - Airport 256.772.9661 800.241.7873 146 rooms Located At 12 mi. 9 4,499 2,582 275 125 200 DoubleTree Suites 256.882.9400 800.222.8733 145 suites 16 mi. 6 mi. 7 4,119 1,300 150 100 130 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 Best Western Plus 256.772.7170 800.826.9563 164 rooms 1 mi. 11 mi. 7 3,612 1,386 125 70 100 Hampton Inn Madison 256.464.8999 800.426.7866 153 rooms 2 mi. 10 mi. Country Hearth Inn & Suites 256.258.3800 888.443.2784 150 rooms 2 mi. 12 mi. 4 400 2,400 Econo Lodge – 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. 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. Holiday Inn Express Madison 256.258.3000 800.465.4329 96 rooms 2 mi. 8 mi. 3 1,260 1,050 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 Country Inn & Suites 256.325.0007 800.830.5222 64 rooms 2 mi. 8 mi. 1 750 40 Baymont Inn 256.258.0800 55 rooms 1.5 mi. 10 mi.

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. Best Western – Rocket City Inn & Suites 256.837.7412 800.937.8376 63 rooms 10 mi. 10 mi. Budget Inn 256.890.0700 50 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. 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 Days Inn 256.971.0208 800.329.7466 45 rooms 17 mi. 14 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. Hampton Inn - Arsenal South Parkway 256.882.2228 800.426.7866 90 rooms 15 mi. 5 mi. 1 288 288 15 Hampton Inn - Hampton Cove 256.532.2110 95 rooms 12 mi. 8 mi. Hampton Inn - University 256.830.9400 800.426.7866 156 rooms 8 mi. 3 mi. Hampton Inn & Suites 256.971.1850 97 rooms 7 mi. 7 mi. 3 1,201 588 Home2 Suites 256.971.1667 77 rooms 7 mi. 7 mi. Hilton Garden Inn – Redstone 256.881.4170 102 rooms 15 mi. 3 mi. 4 2,106 2,106 200 175 110 Hilton Garden Inn – Space Center 256.430.1778 877.782.9444 101 rooms 11 mi. 5 mi. 4 1,438 1,150 100 66 75 Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites 256.721.1000 800.345.7720 146 rooms 12 mi. 2mi. 3 3,200 1,500 125 75 80 Holiday Inn Express - Coming Soon! 109 rooms 5 mi. 7 mi. Homewood Suites - Village of Providence 256.895.9511 800.225.5466 107 rooms 12 mi. 8 mi. Homewood Suites - Downtown - Coming Soon! 256.539.1445 101 rooms 12 mi. .5 mi. Huntsville Hotel & Suites 256.837.8907 112 rooms 14 mi. 6 mi. 1 320 320 40 25 25 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. 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. 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 256.382.2583 66 rooms 6 mi. 5 mi. SpringHill Suites - Providence 256.430.1485 88 rooms 12 mi. 8 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. VIP Inn & Suites 256.881.7620 57 rooms 10 mi. 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 audiovisual 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.

ROOM SETup ExAMpLES

Accommodations



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’sChrisSteakHouseandCaffeina’sMarketplace ComplimentaryCooked-to-orderBreakfast

Amenities:HighSpeedInternetAccess,TwoDual-linePhones,Voicemail,DataPorts,TwoTVs,Full-serviceSpa,FitnessCenter,IndoorPool,BusinessCenter,GuestLaundry



Marriott Huntsville – 290 rooms 5 Tranquility Base, Huntsville 35805 256.830.2222 / 800.228.9290 / Fax 256.830.1336 / www.marriott/hsval.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’ x 24’ 576 50 24/32/36 40

Floors: 7 Restaurants: 2 ComplimentaryShuttleServiceto/fromAirport ComplimentaryHotelParking ceiling Height: 16’

Amenities:HighSpeedInternet,BusinessCenter,Indoor-OutdoorPool,FitnessFacility,Whirlpool&Sauna,Bar,GiftShop



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 83.5’ x 49’ 3,962 500 275 340 Grand A 25.6’ x 49’ 1,185 125 48 80 Grand B 32.9’ x 49’ 1,604 160 125 100 Grand C 25.4’ x 49’ 1,173 125 48 80 Heritage Ballroom 96.3’ x 41.6’ 3,996 350 210 300 Heritage I 44.7’ x 42.9’ 1,842 150 90 120 Heritage II 26.9’ x 41.6’ 1,134 75 40 80 Heritage III 24.8’ x 41.6’ 1,100 75 60 80 Twickenham 26.9’ x 19’ 585 40 24 40 Milltown 26’ x 24.2’ 585 40 24 40 Hunt 26’ x 18.3’ 567 40 24 40 Von Braun 26’ x 26.6’ 632 40 24 40 Azalea Gallery 75’ x 46’ 3,389 80 40 140 (multi-level reception/hospitality space) Sunroom 500 45

Floors: 4 Restaurant:1,seats200 ComplimentaryShuttleServiceto/fromAirport ComplimentaryHotelParking

Amenities:HighSpeedInternet,BusinessCenter,FitnessCenter,OutdoorPool&Jacuzzi



Westin Huntsville – 210 rooms 6800 Governors West NW, Huntsville 35806256.428.2000 / Fax 256.428.2001 / www.westin.comAirport 10 mi. / VBC 9 mi. / 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

Restaurantandlobbybar 60Shops&Restaurants 14-ScreenCinema

Amenities:HighSpeedInternet,BusinessCenter,FitnessCenter,Spa&Salon,FlatScreenLCDTVs,24-hourRoomService,IndoorandOutdoorPools



Holiday Inn – Research Park – 200 rooms5903 University Drive, Huntsville 35806256.830.0600 / 800.845.7275 / Fax 256.830.9848 / www.hihuntsville.comAirport 14 mi. / VBC 5 mi. / S&RC 2 mi. / Madison Square Mall and Cummings Research Park 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 Wall Street 25’ x 30’ 750 50 25 50 Floors: 5 Restaurants:1,seats288 ComplimentaryShuttleServiceto/fromAirport ComplimentaryHotelParking Ballroom ceiling Height: 10’

Amenities:ComplimentaryHighSpeedWirelessInternet,Indoor/OutdoorSwimmingPool,Sauna,Whirlpool,RestaurantandLoungewithNightlyEntertainment,On-SiteandOff-SiteFitnessFacilities,MicrowavesandRefrigeratorsinEveryGuestRoom



DoubleTree Suites by Hilton Huntsville - South – 149 suites6000 Memorial Parkway South, Huntsville 35802256.882.9400 / 800.222.8733 / Fax 256.882.9684 / www.doubletree.hilton.comAirport 16 mi. / VBC 6 mi. / S&RC 7 mi.


Magnolia 50’ x 26’ 1,300 150 60 90 Magnolia A, B 25’ x 26’ 650 75 30 45 Cottonwood 63’ x 21’ 1,358 130 50 90 Cottonwood A 28’ x 26’ 728 75 20 50 Cottonwood B 35’ x 18’ 630 70 26 50 Dogwood 28’ x 26’ 728 80 30 60 Sycamore 25’ x 20’ 500 10 Cypress 28’ x 15’ 420 Courtyard 700 70 50

Floors: 3 Restaurants: 1 ComplimentaryShuttleServiceto/fromAirport ComplimentaryHotelParking

Amenities:ComplimentaryWirelessHighSpeedInternet,Microwave,Refrigerator,OutdoorPool,FitnessCenter,BusinessCenter

Four Points Sheraton - Huntsville Airport – 146 rooms1000 Glenn Hearn Boulevard, Huntsville 35824 256.772.9661 / 800.241.7873 / Fax 256.464.9116 / www.FourPoints.com/HuntsvilleairportLocated 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 Heritage Salon 39’ x 42’ 1760 175 75 130 Heritage Board Room 28’ x 11.5’ 297 12

Floors: 5 Restaurants/Lounge:1 LocatedintheHuntsvilleInternationalAirport ComplimentaryHotelParking ceiling Height: 9’

Amenities:HighSpeedWirelessInternet,BusinessCenter,FitnessCenter, On-siteGolfCourse



SpringHill Suites by Marriott – 149 rooms745 Constellation Drive, Huntsville 35801256.512.0188 / 800.831.4004 / Fax 256.512.0182Airport 12 mi. / VBC adjacent / S&RC 5 mi.


Redstone 51’ x 52’ 2,626 250 110 210 Redstone A 51’ x 26’ 1,313 150 55 100 Redstone B 51’ x 26’ 1,313 Constellation Room 27’ x 24’ 636 45 25 25 Von Braun Hospitality 24’ x 27’ 641

Floors: 6 ComplimentaryBreakfast ComplimentaryShuttleServiceto/fromAirport ComplimentaryHotelParking

Amenities:Refrigerator,Sink,Microwave,FreeHighSpeedInternetAccess,Smoke-free,FitnessCenter,OutdoorPool

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 ContinentalBreakfast ComplimentaryShuttleServiceto/fromAirport ComplimentaryHotelParking ceiling Height: 12’

Amenities:Microwaves,Refrigerators,BusinessCenter,BeautifulJapaneseGarden,AccesstoUAHAthleticFacilities

Madison Hotels



Best Western Plus – 164 rooms9035 Madison Boulevard, Madison 35758256.772.7170 / 800.826.9563 / Fax 256.464.0762 / www.bestwestern.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

Restauarants: 1 Amenities:ComplimentaryShuttleServiceto/fromAirport,ComplimentaryHotelParking,

HighSpeedInternet,BusinessCenter,70CableChannels,FitnessCenter,OutdoorPool,Whirlpool,KidsEatFree

Country Hearth Inn & Suites – 150 rooms8716 Madison Blvd., Madison 35758256.258.3800 / 888.443.2784 / Fax 256.774.8001 / www.countryhearthmadisonal.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 ContinentalBreakfast ComplimentaryShuttleServiceto/fromAirport ComplimentaryHotelParking

Amenities:ComplimentaryHighSpeedInternet,BusinessCenter,OutdoorPool

Econo Lodge 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 ContinentalBreakfast ComplimentaryShuttleServiceto/fromAirport ComplimentaryHotelParking

Amenities:OutdoorPool,Microwave,Refrigerator,PetsAllowed

Madison Hotels



Holiday Inn Express Madison – 96 rooms8956 Madison Boulevard, Madison 35758256.258.3000 / 888.465.4329 / Fax 256.325.0561www.hiexpress.comAirport 2 mi. / VBC 10 mi. / S&RC 6 mi.


Discovery/Challenger 1,050 Apollo Boardroom 210

Amenities:ComplimentaryBreakfast,ComplimentaryHotelParking, HighSpeedWirelessInternet

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.

Country Inn & Suites Madison – 64 rooms101 Westchester Drive, Madison 35758256.325.0007 / 800.830.5222 / Fax 256.325.0377www.countryinns.comAirport 2 mi. / VBC 10 mi. / S&RC 6 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.comAirport 2 mi. / VBC 10 mi. / S&RC 6 mi.

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.

Smaller Hotels



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 ComplimentaryContinentalBreakfast ComplimentaryHotelParking Amenities:HighSpeedInternet,BusinessCenter,Microwave,Refrigerator,OutdoorPool,

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 ComplimentaryContinentalBreakfast ComplimentaryShuttleServiceto/fromAirport ComplimentaryHotelParking Amenities:HighSpeedWirelessInternet,Cookies&Fruit,OutdoorPool,FitnessCenter,

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,seats40 ComplimentaryHotelParking Amenities:HighSpeedInternet,FitnessCenter,BreakfastBuffet

Smaller Hotels



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 ComplimentaryContinentalBreakfast ComplimentaryShuttleServiceto/fromAirport ComplimentaryHotelParking Amenites:HighSpeedInternet,Microwaves,Refrigerators,SofaSleepers,OutdoorPool

Hampton Inn – Hampton Cove – 95 rooms6205 Highway 431 South, Huntsville 35763256.532.2110 / Fax 256.532.1933 / www.hamptoninn.comAirport 19 mi. / VBC 7 mi. / S&RC 11 mi.

Floors: 4 ComplimentaryOnTheHouse®HotBreakfast ComplimentaryHotelParking Amenities:ComplimentaryHighSpeedInternet,BusinessCenter,Microwave,

Refrigerator,FitnessCenter,OutdoorPool

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 ComplimentaryContinentalBreakfast ComplimentaryHotelParking Amenities:HighSpeedInternet,Microwave,Refrigerator,QueenRoomswithWhirlpool

Bathubs,OutdoorPool

Smaller Hotels



Hilton Garden Inn - Redstone/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.


Park Place 27’ x 78’ 2,106 200 175 110 Park Place A 27’ x 26’ 702 70 60 35 Park Place A/B 26’ x 54’ 1,404 75 55 70 Park Place B 27’ x 26’ 702 70 60 35 Park Place B/C 26’ x 54’ 1,404 75 55 70 Park Place C 27’ x 26’ 702 70 60 35 Park Place Pre Function 14’ x 86 1,204

ComplimentaryHotelParking Amenities:HighSpeedInternet,BusinessCenter,FitnessCenter,OutdoorPool

Hilton Garden Inn - Space Center – 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 21’ x 50’ 1,050 35 40 Saturn I 21’ x 25’ 575 50 32 40 Saturn II 21’ x 25’ 575 50 32 40 Apollo Boardroom 10’ x 25’ 250

ComplimentaryHotelParking Amenities:HighSpeedInternet,BusinessCenter,FitnessCenter,OutdoorPool

Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites – 146 rooms3808 University Drive, Huntsville 35816256.721.1000 / 800.345.7720 / Fax 256.722.2016 / www.holiday-inn.comAirport 12 mi. / VBC 2 mi. / S&RC 2 mi.


Apollo Room 25’ x 60’ 1,500 125 50 80 Galaxy Room 1,000 40 40

Floors: 3 ComplimentaryBreakfast ComplimentaryShuttleServiceto/fromAirport ComplimentaryHotelParking

Amenities:HighSpeedWirelessInternet,BusinessCenter,OutdoorPool,FitnessCenter, KidsEatFree

Smaller Hotels



Homewood Suites - Village of Providence – 107 rooms15 Town Center Drive, Huntsville 35806256.895.9511 / 800.225.5466 / Fax 256.895.7556www.huntsvilleprovidence.homewoodsuites.comAirport 12 mi. / VBC 8 mi. / S&RC 7 mi.

ComplimentarySuiteStartHotBreakfast ComplimentaryHotelParking ComplimentaryWelcomeHomeDinnerReceptionwithbeer&wineMonday-Thursdaynights MeetingSpaceforupto30people Amenities:FreeWi-fi,Fully-equippedKitchen,BusinessCenter,FitnessCenter,

OutdoorPool,On-siteLaundry

Huntsville Hotel & Suites – 112 suites4020 Independence Drive, Huntsville 35816256.837.8907 / Fax 256.837.5435 / www.huntsvillehotelandsuites.comAirport 14 mi. / VBC 6 mi. / S&RC 3 mi.


Board Room 20’ x 16’ 320 40 25 25

Floors: 2 ComplimentaryContinentalBreakfast ComplimentaryHotelParking Amenities:HighSpeedInternet,Laundry,OutdoorPool,Fireplace,PetsAllowed

La Quinta Inn East/Space Center –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 ComplimentaryContinentalBreakfast ComplimentaryHotelParking Amenities:HighSpeedInternet,Kitchen,FitnessCenter,OutdoorPool,PetsAllowed

La Quinta Inn West/Research Park – 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 ComplimentaryContinentalBreakfast ComplimentaryHotelParking Amenities:HighSpeedInternet,Kitchen,FitnessCenter,OutdoorPool,PetsAllowed

Smaller Hotels



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 – 50 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 McMurtrie Drive, Huntsville 35806256.971.0208 / Fax 256.971.1099www.daysinn.comAirport 17 mi. / VBC 14 mi. / S&RC 3 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.

Home 2/Hampton Inn & SuitesOpening Fall 2013!7010 Governors West Drive, Huntsville 35806

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.

Smaller Hotels



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 West/Research Park – 88 rooms320 Providence Main Street, Huntsville, AL 35806256.430.1485 / Fax 256.430.1689www.marriott.comAirport 12 mi. / VBC 8 mi. / S&RC 7 mi.

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.

VIP Inn & Suites – 62 rooms10013 S. Memorial Parkway, Huntsville 35803256.881.7620 / Fax 256.883.6032Airport 10 mi. / VBC 5 mi. / S&RC 7 mi.


AttractionsHuntsville/Madison County Convention & Visitors Bureau



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.rocketcenter.com

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.

Space camp SURveYoR pRogRam - a one or two-night educational adven-ture that allows students the opportunity to explore the world’s largest space education classroom.



The U.S. Space & Rocket Center (USSRC) of Huntsville, Alabama, is a Smithsonian Institute Affiliate Museum and an Official Visitor Infor-mation 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 Center Saturn V Hall, the 68,200-square-foot building that houses the Saturn V rocket. This 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 Land-mark, the Davidson Center Saturn V Hall 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 court-yard for the Davidson Center Saturn V Hall 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.

U.S. Space & Rocket centeRSatURn V HaLLOne Tranquility Base, Huntsville256-837-3400 or 800-63-SPACEwww.rocketcenter.com



4747 Bob Wallace Ave., Huntsville256.830.4447www.hsvbg.org

Centrally located, the 120-acre Huntsville Botanical Garden is a serene oasis of peace and tranquility that blooms throughout the year. Enjoy the spectacular colors of the wildflower, daylily, herb, butterfly, annual and perennial gardens. A Fern 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 Butter-fly 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.

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3101 Burritt Drive, Huntsville256.536.2882www.burrittonthemountain.com Burritt on the Mountain interprets the history of the people and environment of the Southern Cumberland region of Ten-nessee and Alabama. Burritt is a unique museum of regional history located atop Monte Sano Mountain, overlooking Huntsville. Originally the estate of Dr. Wil-liam Henry Burritt, the 167 acre site con-tains the Burritt Mansion, a collection of

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19th 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 buildings are ar-ranged 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.

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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 pas-senger 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 pas-senger 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 reconstruction of Huntsville as it existed when delegates gathered here in 1819 to write the state’s first constitution. Your visit to the village con-sists of a guided tour through seven authentically 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. Dur-ing 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 operated 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.

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James Hembrey Wilson BuildingAlabama A&M University, Normal256.851.5846www.stateblackarchives.net

State Black archives Research center and museum exhibits chronicle african-amer-ican achievements, the famed Buffalo Soldiers who camped here following the Spanish-amer-ican 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 communi-ties include Alabama A&M University, Twickenham, Five Points, Old Town and Madison. Free walking tours in Twickenham and Madison are conducted each April. In the fall, guided tours are held in Old Town and Five Points. Tours are held on Saturday morn-ings at 10 am. For more information and schedules, please stop by the Visitor Center. TwickenhAm hisToric DisTricT contains scores of outstanding early 19th century homes dating from 1814. Early merchants, bankers and attorneys built fashion-able 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 encom-passes architecture 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. lowe 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 Gallery, Happy Tummy eatery, Everett Cox’s foundry 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. 2211 Seminole Drive. www.lowemill.net. merrimAck hAll Performing Arts center brings a full season of local and touring Off-Broadway productions to Huntsville, offering patrons the finest in entertain-ment options! Group discounts are available to most performances. 256-534-6455 or www.merrimackhall.com. mADison is one of Alabama’s fastest growing cities with many architectural styles of homes including three Sears and Roebuck “kit” houses and a replica of the unusually 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 appointment 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 watch-man’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 histor-ic 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 history 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 Ear-lyWorks 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; physiology; 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 participat-ing in a Science encounter demonstration or a curric-ulum-specific Education program. and no one will want to miss a 3D interac-tive 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 admission charges.


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The BRahan SpRing natatoRium is one of the finest indoor-outdoor swim-ming 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 diving. Water Aerobics classes are also available.

Ditto LanDing maRina on the Tennessee 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. FuntaSia FamiLy Fun CenteR features two 18 hole miniature courses with landscape loaded with mountainous terrain, jungle scenery and waterfalls. 2016 Memorial Parkway North. Phone 256-489-4547 or www.funtasiaputtputt.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, comprising 538 acres of wilderness that has been virtually untouched for over 100 years, opened in June 2002. The seven miles of trails through the rolling terrain leads south to the Flint River. The Preserve 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 feder-ally licensed nature preserve of free-ranging exotic and endangered animals. Remain in your car on a two-mile route to see zebras, zebus, antelope, buffalo, 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 Madi-son is a 38,000 sq. ft. world-class extreme skatepark for skateboarding and aggressive inline skating. A challenging 9, 18 and 27 hole miniature golf course with water, log and cave traps await you. Phone 256-319-0000 or www.insanityskate.com.



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 adventures on scenic mountain trails. 4610 Meridian St. Phone 256-883-8615 or www.3Hstables.com. Challenging Experiences. Experienc-ing 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, sanc-tioned 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 miniature golf, go-carts, video games and rides. Water park open in summer. Leeman Ferry Circle. Phone 256-880-6599 or www.southern-adventures.com.

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 Pro-fessional Alabama Hockey League Champi-ons, plays at the Von Braun Center. Phone 256-518-6160 or www.huntsvillehavoc.comuah ChaRgeRS, collegiate ice hockey. Phone 256-824-6144.RoCket City titanS FootBaLL, semi-professional football, full-field football plays at Milton Frank Stadium. rctitans.comRoCket City uniteD, professional soc-cer, plays at Madison City Schools Stadium, www.rocketcityunited.comDixie DeRBy giRLS RoLLeR DeRBy is a competitive, contact sport with no cho-reographing. Theatrics are part of the game, but nothing is fake or scripted. www.dixiederbygirls.com Located on top of Monte Sano Moun-tain, the Von BRaun aStRonomiCaL SoCiety’S pLanetatium & oBSeRVa-toRy 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 opportunities from moderate to strenuous levels and begin off Bankhead Parkway. For trail maps call 256-534-LAND or www.landtrust-hsv.org. maDiSon County Lake offers con-cessions, picnic facilities, grills, rentals and bait shop. Fishing license and permit avail-able. County Lake Road near Gurley. Phone 256-776-4905.

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 aLa-Bama BiRDing tRaiL is sure to please. Landscapes in the region range from tupelo



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ATTRACTIONSVISITOR CENTER • Brochures, calendars and hotel information available through the Convention & Visitors Bureau Visitor Center. 500 Church Street NW, 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 exotic 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 old-est 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 Court-house 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 grow-ing 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, fris-bee 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.COLONIAL GOLF COURSE – 400 Colonial Drive, Meridianville. 256-828-0431RICHLAND 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. 256-427-5116HUNTSVILLE/MADISON COUNTY VETERANS MEMORIAL • Dedicated to the Veterans of Madison County. Located at 200 Monroe Street.ICE COMPLEx • Hosts public skating on two National Hockey League regula-tion 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 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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OLD TOWN HISTORIC DISTRICT - A Victorian neighborhood with 19th century houses.

TWICKENHAM HISTORIC DISTRICT - Federal homes dating from 1814. 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.

Other Points of InterestEMBASSY SUITES - 800 Monroe Street, 256-539-7373SPRINGHILL SUITES - 745 Constellation Drive, 256-512-0188POST OFFICE - 615 Clinton Avenue RAILROAD STATION ANTIQUE MALL - 315 Jefferson Street, 256-533-6550RENAISSANCE THEATER - 1216-B Meridian Street, 256-536-3434ROBERT E. “BUD” CRAMER, JR. PARK - 600 Meridian Street, 256-883-3291A.M. BOOTH’S LUMBERYARD - 108 Cleveland Avenue, 256-539-1868 LYDIA GOLD SKATEPARK - 200 Cleveland Avenue, 256-882-7514DOG SPOT - 200 Cleveland Avenue, 256-882-7514

Restaurants & Coffee Shops A THE EAVES RESTAURANT - 501 Church Street, 256-489-1752 B SHEA’S EXPRESS - 415 Church Street, 256-532-5282 C LEE ANN’S - 415 Church Street, 256-489-9300 D KAFFEEKLATSCH COFFEE - 103 Jefferson Street, 256-539-1636 E HUMPHREY’S BAR & GRILL - 105 Washington Street, 256-704-5555 F THE BOTTLE - 101 Washington Street, 256-704-5555 G BELOW THE RADAR - 220 Holmes Avenue NE, 256-508-3601 H AMENDMENT XXI - 123 North Side Square, 256-715-0131 I SAM & GREG’S - 119 North Side Square, 256-533-9030 J COMMERCE KITCHEN - 300 Franklin Street, 256-382-6622 K PAPOU’S - 110 South Side Square, 256-534-5553 VOODOO LOUNGE - 110 South Side Square (downstairs), 256-539-0335 L COTTON ROW - 100 South Side Square, 256-382-9500 M PANE E VINO - 300 Church Street (inside Huntsville Museum of Art),

256-533-1180 N RUTH’S CHRIS STEAK HOUSE - 800 Monroe St. (inside Embassy Suites),

256-539-3930 O LITTLE PAUL’S BBQ - 815 Madison Street, 256-536-7227 P SUBWAY - 105 Governors Drive, 256-539-5252 Q PIZZA HUT - 300 Governors Drive, 256-534-5125 R MCDONALD’S - 310 Governors Drive, 256-534-1031 S CAPTAIN D’S - 402 Governors Drive, 256-534-0687 T STANLIEO’S - 602 Governors Drive, 256-536-6585 U CHECKERS - 700 Governors Drive, 256-536-3456 V HAPPY TUMMY - 2211 Seminole Drive, 256-348-8132 CHEF WILL THE PALATE - 2211 Seminole Drive, 256-617-6052 W SANDWICH FARM - 106 Cleveland Avenue NW, 256-715-7131 X FURNITURE FACTORY BAR & GRILL - 619 Meridian St. N, 256-539-8001 Y PARTNERS BAR & GRILL - 631 Meridian Street N, 256-539-0975 Z DALLAS MILL DELI - 500 Pratt Avenue NW, 256-489-3354 AA EMMA’S TEA ROOM - 401 Pratt Avenue NE, 256-489-5850 BB OLD TOWNE COFFEE SHOP - 511 Pratt Avenue, 256-539-5399 CC TENDERS - 800 Holmes Avenue, 256-533-7599 DD HARDEE’S / RED BURRITO - 300 Andrew Jackson Way, 256-536-7713 EE 1892 EAST - 720 Pratt Avenue, 256-489-1242 FF TED’S BAR-B-Q - 212 Andrew Jackson Way, 256-536-5002 GG THAI GARDEN - 800 Wellman Avenue, 256-534-0122

CHAMBER OF COMMERCE – 225 Church Street NW, 256-535-2000

GREYHOUND STATION – 601 Monroe Street NW, 256-534-1681

HUNTSVILLE UTILITIES – 112 Spragins Street NW, 256-535-1200

HUNTSVILLE PUBLIC LIBRARY – 915 Monroe Street, 256-532-5940

JIM WILLIAMS AQUATIC CENTER – 903 Monroe Street, 256-427-5795 Public pool where water temperature is maintained at approximately 90°. Facility is totally accessible for the disabled.

HUNTSVILLE HOSPITAL – Madison Street at Governors Drive, 256-265-1000

HUNTSVILLE HOSPITAL WOMEN & CHILDREN – Governors Drive at Franklin Street, 256-265-1000

LOWE MILL ARTS & ENTERTAINMENT – Home to a diverse community of artists and businesses dedicated to the free expression of the arts. 2211 Seminole Drive • 256-533-0399 • lowemill.net

DEPARTMENT OF MOTOR VEHICLES - PUBLIC SAFETY – 1115-A Church Street, 256-539-0681

VISITOR CENTER - For complete information on the area and clues for the Lucky Duck Scavenger Hunt, visit the Huntsville/Madison County Visitor Center. Open every day except major holidays. 256-533-5723 • 500 Church Street NW • huntsville.orgVON BRAUN CENTER – The center hosts hundreds of meetings, exhibitions and cultural performances each year. 256-533-1953 • 700 Monroe Street • vonbrauncenter.comBIG SPRING INTERNATIONAL PARK - The landscaped park bisected by waters from the Big Spring lies between the Von Braun Center and the Courthouse Square.HUNTSVILLE MUSEUM OF ART - Galleries display pieces from the perma-nent collection as well as touring exhibitions. Visit the museum shop off the lobby. 256-535-4350 • 300 Church Street SW • hsvmuseum.orgHARRISON BROTHERS HARDWARE - Established in 1879 and now owned by the non-profit Historic Huntsville Foundation. This is the state’s oldest hardware store and popular gift and garden store. 256-536-3631 • 124 South Side Square • harrisonbrothershardware.comALABAMA CONSTITUTION VILLAGE - The living-history village commemo-rates the writing of Alabama’s first constitution on this site. Costumed guides stroll through period rooms restored to early 19th-century atmosphere. 256-535-6564 • 109 Gates Avenue • earlyworks.comEARLYWORKS CHILDREN’S MUSEUM - This innovative, hands-on history experience features Alabama buildings, a storytelling tree and a talking clock. 256-564-8100 • 404 Madison Street • earlyworks.com 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. 256-536-7718 • 300 Gates Avenue • weedenhousemu-seum.comHISTORIC 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. 256-535-6525 • 320 Church Street NW • earlyworks.com HUNTSVILLE VETERANS MEMORIAL PARK - Sparkling fountains provide the hub of a semi-circular design that pays homage to America’s wartime efforts. 200 Monroe Street NW • huntsvilleveteransmemorial.org MAPLE HILL CEMETERY - Founded in 1818, Maple Hill is one of Ala-bama’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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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 major 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 Village 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-la-Bam! 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.broadwaytheatreleague.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 CELLAR256-489-9463www.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 innova-tive way to involve aspiring 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 evenings during May, June, July and August. Unconfined by the walls of a tradi-tional 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 deli-cious gourmet 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 underneath the stars in Big Spring International Park. Bring a picnic and enjoy this casual evening. Refreshments 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.comThis $300 million development includes approximately 2,000,000 square feet of retail, restaurant, entertainment, 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 Hunts-ville 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.

HISTORIC HUNTSVILLE DEPOT256-564-8113www.earlyworks.comCivil War Tour & BBQFollow your guide through the Historic Hunts-ville Depot and stroll the floors that soldiers once walked. After the tour you’ll enjoy a truly Southern barbeque meal with this histor-ic 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 Hunts-ville 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 relax-ing and entertaining.

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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 Gallery, 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. 256-533-0399. 2211 Seminole Drive.

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 concerts 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 . . . experience it yourself! History, mystery and hauntings first Saturday evening of each month.

MERRIMACK HALL PERFORMING ARTS CENTER256-534-6455www.merrimackhall.comMerrimack Hall brings a full season of lo-cal and touring Off-Broadway productions to Huntsville, offering patrons the finest in entertainment options! Group discounts are available to most performances. Past perfor-mances include Billy Bob Thornton, Dionne Warwick, Menopause the Musical®, Lisa Loeb, Henry Cho and many more!

MY SPIRITED ART, UNCORK YOUR CREATIVITY256-479-4113www.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 move-ments on the paintings you create, but don’t worry; there won’t be any tests at the end!

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 celebrations, seasonal tales, legends, folk tales and other intriguing topics.

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SEASONAL TOURS!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.

MISCHIEF AND MAYHEMJacque Reeves 256-509-3940Rhonda Ford 256-527-2488www.mischiefandmayhem.bizMischief and Mayhem Tours combine in-trigue, 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!

U.S. SPACE & ROCKET CENTER256-837-3400 OR 800-63SPACEwww.rocketcenter.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 collec-tion 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 grand-child. 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 mis-sion, 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 CampEach year thousands of students from around the world attend the one of a 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 Ultimate Teambuilding Experience!Corporate Space Camp/Aviation Challenge Learning ProgramsLook no further for out-of-this-world profes-sional development and incentive rewards programs. Develop leaders and strengthen teams through our immersive Corporate Space, Aviation or Outdoor Challenge experi-ences that build individual skills, promote leadership and enhance teamwork. Using state-of-the-art simulations and engaging activities, 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 ob-jective. 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, transporta-tion and private meals (breakfast, lunch and snack breaks).



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