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Marshall Airport, where over 300 daily flights and a newly opened $520 million terminal enhancement ensure your attendee transit is as precise as the strategy of the session. This community's identity respects the strict clock your board demands. Baltimore's cultural landscape is an unwavering proof of legacy, where the Pennsylvania Avenue Black Arts & Entertainment District functions as the living stronghold for Black creativity. MARYLAND AREA GUIDES MARYLAND: BUILT FOR THE MISSION BY CHERAY O'NEAL Maryland is the engine where resolve meets history and professional ambition isn't just discussed—it is built. Bringing a gather- ing here is intentional; it is a direct invest- ment in Black- led commerce and genera- tional equity. Beyond the scenery, Mary- land's straightforward geographic location and reasonable event costs keep your main mission affordable and within reach. From Baltimore's industrial venues to National Harbor's major meeting properties, execu- tion in the room remains the absolute priori- ty. This is where the work becomes real, put- ting event dollars into the hands of local ven- dors and delivering the tangible results that define a successful convention. BALTIMORE Baltimore is where major industry meets deep Black cultural roots. For large-scale events, the Baltimore Convention Center serves as your central launchpad, offering 300,000 square feet of continuous exhibition space and 50 dedicated meeting rooms with steps-away access to 9,000 downtown hotel rooms and walkable waterfront amenities. This massive space pairs with a profound connection to the African Diaspora, allowing planners to seamlessly transition from the main convention floor to the Reginald F. Lewis Museum for meetings that shift the culture. This 82,000-square-foot facility provides a deeply intentional setting for seminars, allow- ing attendees to engage in high-level busi- ness while surrounded by the architecture of Maryland's pioneers. The museum's theater and spacious meeting halls ensure every keynote carries a sense of conviction, mak- ing it essential for organizations looking to root their sessions in absolute clarity. Planners often utilize the outdoor terrace for networking, offering attendees a line of sight to the skyline while remaining within the actu- al soil of historic gravity. For planners seeking spaces built by local hands, the Baltimore market is proven for the workload. Collective Spaces in Downtown Baltimore offers a flexible loft layout for exec- utive meetings and events. This venue fea- tures a stunning 5,500 square feet of historic architecture and custom furniture from local Baltimore artisans. For work that needs a raw, industrial edge, The Winslow provides over 12,000 square feet of polished concrete and exposed brick near the stadiums, accommodating groups from 25 to 400 peo- ple. These venues work with local experts like B.Luxe Event Rentals, who supply the furniture and gear required for these gather- ings. The integration of sharp presentation tech with a clean look ensures the space stays out of the way so the work stays on track and the focus remains on the business at hand. The business of the community is defined by its commitment to small and minority business development. Events like the Baltimore City Small Business Advancement Conference serve as the source, featuring trade shows, corporate roundtables, and matchmaker sessions designed to get entre- preneurs and institutions in the same room. This gives you a direct line to the people who do the work. From the catering to the tech, you are hiring local teams who know how to navigate this terrain. This coordination holds for attendees arriving via BWI Thurgood B M & T ••• July/August 2026 ••• www.blackmeetingsandtourism.com 55 Baltimores inner horbor • • • STATS • • • HOTEL ROOMS Hilton Baltimore Inner Harbor: 757 Baltimore Marriott Waterfront: 754 Renaissance Baltimore Harbor Hotel: 622 Baltimore Marriott (Camden): 524 Hyatt Regency (Inner Harbor): 488 EXHIBITION FACILITIES Baltimore Convention Center Total Facility Space: 1,225,000 gross sq. ft. Total Exhibition Space: 300,000 sq. ft. Total Meeting Space: 85,000 sq. ft. Largest Hall: 300,000 sq. ft. Meeting Rooms: 50 Multifunctional Ballroom: 36,672 sq. ft. WHO YOU GONNA CALL? (410) 659-7300 baltimore.org photo credit: Baltimimore