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African-Americans.A small museum is located on the lower level, where the tomb ofRichardAllen and 19th-century artifacts also can be found. Located TANYA HALL just 4 blocks from the convention center, the A f r i c a n - Ame r i c a n Museum in Philadelphia collects and preserves art and artifacts and, through exhibitions and programs, interprets the history and stories of African-Americans and those of the African Diaspora. This museum enrich- es the lives of all visitors, especially chil- dren and youth, using education to empower them through experiences that will enlighten them culturally and intellectually. • • • STATS • • • HOTEL The Crowne Plaza® Philadelphia Downtown Radisson Plaza-Warwick Hotel Holiday Inn Historic District ROOMS 445 301 364 Sheraton Philadelphia University City 322 Hyatt Regency Philadelphia at Penn's Landing Loews Philadelphia Hotel 350 581 Philadelphia Airport Marriott Hotel 419 Philadelphia Marriott Downtown 1,408 Renaissance Philadelphia Airport Hotel Sheraton Philadelphia Downtown Hotel EXHIBITION FACILITIES Pennsylvania Convention Center Total Exhibit Space Largest Hall Meeting Rooms 528,000 sq. ft. 135,000 sq. ft. 79 WHO YOU GONNA CALL? Philadelphia CVB (215) 636-3300 www.philadelphiausa.travel African American Chamber of Commerce (215) 751-9501 Black Meetings & Tourism January/February 2012: www.blackmeetingsandtourism.com 61 Philadanco The Philadelphia Dance Company Photo by Lois Greenfield Learn more about the completely flexible and newly expanded Pennsylvania Convention Center and our diverse city at PhiladelphiaUSA.travel/BMT. Give us a call at 215.636.3323 350 758 The flexibility you need Our nightlife is hot. Our shopping malls and Black-owned boutiques are chic (and tax-free). Dining? You won't find any better soul food — just ask Oprah. The Philadelphia vibe is unmistakable. And our African- American heritage and culture are everywhere. Add in our flexible, award-winning service team and our Multicultural Affairs Congress, and you've got the complete package in Philadelphia.