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Baltimore Today's Baltimore is a vibrant community that honors the past while keeping a keen eye on the future. This city is where you can see the largest public collection of Matisse in the world (for free!), sip a craft beer in the sanctuary of a converted church and stay in a four-star hotel poised atop an historic recreation pier. But the Baltimore experience is about more than exploring neighborhoods and cultural sites. To really know this place, you have to meet local artists, provocateurs and visionaries who call Charm City home. Come see why the New York Times named Baltimore one of 52 Places to Go. Plan your business or leisure visit today! Located in the heart of the city's central business district just steps from the Inner Harbor, the Baltimore Convention Center offers the right mix of exhibit space, meeting rooms, advanced technology and convenience to meet your needs. The venue is equipped with 300,000 square feet of contiguous exhibition space, 85,000 square feet of meeting space, 50 meeting rooms, a 36,672 square foot multifunctional ballroom, and a 27,000 square foot outdoor terrace. Baltimore has a rich African American history that has translated into a powerful Black culture today. After business is com- plete, conference attendees have the luxury of immersing themselves into Charm City's proud African American heritage. This destination always has tons of events going on, but some of the best parties happen at AFRAM—the East Coast's largest celebration of African American culture that typically happens in August in Druid Hill Park, complete with music, food and family friendly events. Vegan SoulFest was created by the co-owner of vegan hot spot Land of Kush as a way to make vegan food more accessible to all. The event brings together delicious food, upbeat music and educational speakers. Prince George's County Carve a journey all your own in Prince George's County. Just minutes outside the nation's capital, you'll discover great adventures and some of the best-kept secrets along this side of the Potomac. Perfect for hosting medium size to smaller inti- mate gatherings such as reunions and weddings, Prince George's County is a premier destination travelers are encour- aged to explore. Unwind in their rustic farmlands, ride horseback down their scenic trails, or take a carriage ride through relaxing wine coun- try. Explore significant historical sites, weave through a web of charming green spaces and waterways; and enjoy fun, seasonal festivities all year long. Prince George's County hosts exquisite convention and meeting venues including two Four-Diamond hotels — the Gaylord National Resort & Convention Center, which includes a 180,000 square foot exhibit hall, and the MGM National Harbor Resort & Casino. B M & T ••• November/December 2025 ••• www.blackmeetingsandtourism.com 37 Baltimores Inner Horbor Gaylord National Resort & Convention Center event potential. The Baltimore Convention Center, paired with waterfront hotels and Black-owned restaurants in walking distance, caters to large groups without opera- tional drag. Annapolis delivers historic venues and coastal settings ideal for executive board meetings or intimate retreats. This is a state where Civil Rights heritage lives near biotech corridors and creative tech sectors. Groups can pivot from educational sessions inside Frederick's restored warehouses to cultural excursions at the Reginald F. Lewis Museum. Access is streamlined through three major airports—BWI, DCA, and IAD—pulling attendance from across the Mid-Atlantic. For planners who want depth with destination value, Maryland bal- ances professional needs with real regional flavor. Baltimore Convention Center