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22 B M & T ••• July/August 2024 ••• www.blackmeetingsandtourism.com DENVER, CO Denver prides itself on going the extra mile for meeting and event plan- ners. In fact, as the city's official market- ing arm, VISIT DENVER, The Convention & Visitors Bureau, has a full-time, award-winning staff prepared to assist with just about anything you need in planning your corporate events, conferences or conventions. The 577,000 sq. ft. Colorado Convention Center is ideal for any size meeting or convention group. This is one of the most practical meeting facil- ities ever built and one of the most beautiful. From the extensive public art program to the spectacular views of Denver and the Rocky Mountains, the CCC provides five-star service and modern amenities... all in a central loca- tion. The venue recently underwent extensive renovations, providing clients with more meeting space and breakout areas. New features of the expanded Colorado Convention Center include 80,000 square feet of flexible meeting and ballroom space, plus 35,000 square feet of pre-function space and a jaw- dropping 20,000-square-foot outdoor terrace, all located on the roof of the existing building. The Denver Art Museum offers a selection of wonderful spaces for a vari- ety of special events. Located in the heart of downtown Denver, this archi- tectural gem is the perfect location to host your next event and is sure to be a memorable experience for your guests. This venue is equipped with 350,000 sq. ft. of total meeting space, a largest room space of 14,450 sq. ft. and 9 meeting rooms. The downtown area is home to more than 13,000 rooms within short walking distance of the Colorado Convention Center and more than 50,000 first-class hotel rooms in the greater metro area. Whether you're planning an event for 10 or 10,000, searching for banquet halls, hotel meeting rooms or a conven- tion facility will be a breeze. Denver's balmy weather provides endless things to do in the city and nearby mountains year-round. Relax in nature with 4,000 acres of public city parks, one of the largest urban park systems in the country. Or take a walk or bike ride on the region's 850 miles of paved, off-street trails. Make Denver your basecamp for day trips to experience world-class outdoor activities, including hiking, mountain biking, camping and flyi- fishing. If Denver's Black culture has a heart, it is beating loud and strong in Five Points. Located at the intersection of 26th Avenue, 27th Street, Washington Street and Welton Street — four roads that create five vertices — is what was once known as "the Harlem of the West" for hosting jazz greats such as Billie Holiday and Duke Ellington. Now, the community still reflects some of the best Black culture in the region. Conference attendees can take a self- guided walking tour to explore the his- tory of the community and visit some of the destinations' historical sites. WHO YOU GONNA CALL Visit Denver – (800) 233-6837 www.denver.org LAGRANGE, GA Bustling with Southern charm, LaGrange is the ideal location for your organization's next gathering, conference or event. Less than an hour from Atlanta's Hartsfield Jackson International Airport, LaGrange is a convenient and wel- coming destination for companies and organizations. Your guests will enjoy strolling the streets of LaGrange when your event is not in session. When it's time to get to work, you'll find that the meeting facilities are fully equipped to handle events ranging from small team gath- erings to company-wide retreats. The Del'avant Event Center is located in the heart of downtown LaGrange on Main Street. The 10,000 square foot building is divided into three rental spaces and is the perfect venue for any event. Dance and dine the night away in the Grand Kress Ballroom. The 4,391- square-foot space seats approximately 300 (depending on set-up) and fea- tures a balcony that runs the width of the room, a tin ceiling with eight cus- tom-made chandeliers, exposed brick walls and original hardwood floors. Offering a more intimate setting, the McLellan Parlor is the perfect space for smaller gatherings or as an addition to the Kress Ballroom for larger parties. This 2,086-square-foot room seats approximately 120 (depending on set-up) and features exposed brick and Venetian plaster walls, and original hardwood floors. Gaze at the stars atop Del'avant's Rooftop Garden. This 2,900-square- foot outdoor area accommodates approximately 175 guests and is accented by large trees and a water feature. Opened in December 2023, Oakfuskee Conservation Center is a Colorado Convention Center Blue Bear photo credit: Scott Dressel-Martin