Conference Location
The 10th Annual New Partners for Smart Growth: Building Safe, Healthy and Livable Communities Conference will be held February 3-5, 2011 at The Westin Charlotte Hotel in Charlotte, NC.
Accomodations
Marriott Charlotte Executive Park Hotel
5700 Westpark Drive
Charlotte, NC 28217
704-527-9650
Reservations: 1-800-359-7961
To make reservations please call 1-800-359-7961 and indicate you are with the New Partners conference to receive the group rate of $129 (single or double). State and local taxes apply and are currently 16.25%. This rate is available three days prior to the conference dates, and three days after. The cut-off date for the group rate is January 26th.
The Marriott is location approximately 6.4 miles from the Westin Charlotte Hotel. LYNX lightrail (train) has a pickup station 2 blocks from the Marriott. The hotel shuttle will drop them off during normal routes to/from the pickup station. There's a drop off right at the Westin and the cost is $3.50/person roundtrip and it takes 15 minutes.
Hilton Garden Inn Hotel - Charlotte Uptown
508 East Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd.
Charlotte, NC 28202
Reservations: 1-877-782-9444
The Hilton Garden Inn Hotel is located two blocks from the Westin Charlotte Hotel.
To make reservations please call 1-877-782-9444 and indicate you are with the New Partners conference (or use NPS Code) to receive the group rate of $129 (single or double). State and local taxes apply and are currently 16.25%. The cut-off date for the group rate is now January 21st.
Hampton Inn Hotel - Uptown Charlotte
530 East Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd.
Charlotte, NC 28202
Reservations: 1-800-426-7866
The Hampton Inn Hotel is located two blocks from the Westin Charlotte Hotel.
To make reservations please call 1-800-426-7866 and indicate you are with the New Partners conference (or use NPS Code) to receive the group rate of $129 (single or double). State and local taxes apply and are currently 16.25%. The cut off date for the group rate is now January 21st.
Courtyard Charlotte City Center Hotel (Marriott)
237 South Tryon Street
Charlotte, NC 28202
704-926-5816
Reservations: 1-800-321-2211
The Courtyard Charlotte City Center Hotel is just two blocks away from the Westin Charlotte Hotel.
To make reservations please call 1-800-321-2211 and indicate you are with the New Partners conference to receive the group rate of $129 (single or double). State and local taxes apply and are currently 16.25%. The cut-off date for the group rate is January 24th... but this hotel will likely sell out quickly!
The Westin Charlotte Hotel
601 South College Street
Charlotte, NC 28202
704-375-2600
The Westin Charlotte Hotel has sold out of conference guest rooms. Rooms are no longer available at the group rate.
The Westin Charlotte, a Portman design, strikes a stunning architectural note in Charlotte’s skyline. Situated in the uptown financial district of North Carolina’s most exciting city, The Westin Charlotte has endless opportunities at its doorstep — it’s minutes from the Charlotte Convention Center and Bank of America Stadium. It is also steps from the Harvey B. Gantt African American Cultural Center, the Bechtler Museum of Modern Art, and the soon-to-open NASCAR® Hall of Fame.
The hotel has a 72-hour cancellation policy, to avoid any room charges. Check-in is 3:00pm and checkout is 12:00pm.
Area Attractions
Captivating, colorful, and cosmopolitan, Charlotte is eager to introduce itself to you. Countless cranes pepper a towering skyline and certainly are a sign of the times that the Queen City is on the rise… in more ways than one. Progress reigns daily with one of-a-kind attractions, a thriving cultural calendar, a flavorful culinary scene, and an ambiance all its own. More than a NASCAR Mecca and a financial epicenter, this burgeoning hub of the Southeast has the excitement of a cosmopolitan city, yet maintains the friendliness of a small town with Southern charm. And while much of Charlotte is evolving these days, its world-class offerings and hospitability are city signatures. So whether looking for family-friendly appeal or paint-the-town-red-adventures, you’ll be a fan of this winning city in no time.
Levine Museum of the New South in Center City documents Charlotte's rich history through the timeless and award-winning exhibit "Cotton Fields to Skyscrapers." Visitors can relive a civil rights era sit-in at a lunch counter or even stroll down a recreated main street to try on a hat in an early Belk department store.
The Charlotte Museum of Natural History – Housing the Hezekiah Alexander Homesite, the Charlotte Museum of History plays a pivotal role in showcasing the region's history. Come and learn more about the area's fascinating past with exhibits like "Stitched from the Soul," "Community of Faiths," "Watch Charlotte Grow" and many, many more. Also open to the public is the 18th-century restored house of the revolutionary Hezekiah Alexander, a perfect example of living conditions during that era. Go back in time and discover all the past has to offer; check the website for the latest exhibits.
Afro-American Cultural Center – For 35 years, the Afro-American Cultural Center has been a regional leader in promoting African-American art, culture, and history.
NASCAR Hall of Fame – In Charlotte’s Center City, the 150,000-square-foot NASCAR Hall of Fame is a multi-faceted, unique attraction honoring the history and heritage of NASCAR. The high-tech venue, designed to educate and entertain race fans and non-fans alike, includes a state-of-the-art theater, Hall of Honor, restaurant, retail outlet, broadcast studio, artifact displays and interactive exhibits.
Wing Haven – Relax and enjoy the serenity of Wing Haven, a unique part of Charlotte's Myers Park since its creation in 1927. The gardens and bird sanctuary, enclosed on all sides by brick walls, encompass three acres in the heart of a quiet residential neighborhood.
Take a quick detour and stop by three historic residences that embody Southern elegance. The Van Landingham Estate in Plaza Midwood, the Morehead Inn in Dilworth, and the Duke Mansion in Myers Park all now serve as special event venues and bed & breakfasts.
The Charlotte Trolley – Hop on this educational trolley to learn about Charlotte’s rise as an industrial and financial leader and to check out some of the area’s smart city planning along the way.
Childress Vineyards – Get a glimpse of North Carolina's natural beauty and also catch up on some interesting trivia on our favorite drink at the Childress Vineyards. Spread out across 65 acres (26 hectares) of farmland, the Vineyards is a tourist's delight as the guided tours, the wine tasting, the Italian bistro and the merchandise store, all make it a trip to remember.
Reed Gold Mine is the site of the first documented gold find in the United States. Today, visitors can relive the traditions that fueled the nation’s first gold rush and pan to find a treasure to take home.
Hop aboard the LYNX Blue Line light rail or the Charlotte Trolley. Stop off in Charlotte's Historic South End neighborhood for boutique browsing and family-friendly dining or journey on to Center City for museums, green spaces, and more. Vintage Trolley connects passengers with Uptown Charlotte and the historic South End. Charlotte is a transit-friendly community with plentiful options to get you to your destination.
Rock, jazz, classical, reggae, hip-hop - No matter what's on your iPod, the area's variety of venues, which range from neighborhood watering holes like the Evening Muse and Neighborhood Theatre to 20,000-seat arenas like Time Warner Cable Arena, attract musical talent with sounds that satisfy.
Local Attractions
- Childress Vineyards
- Charlotte Museum of History (The)
- Historic Latta Plantation
- Historic Brattonsville
- NoDa Historic Arts District
- North Carolina Blumenthal Performing Arts Center
- Historic Rosedale
Restaurants
- Tyber Creek Pub
- Grandma's Country Kitchen
- Southend Brewery & Smokehouse
- Udipi Pure Vegetarian Cuisine
- Caffe Siena Trattoria e Barra
Nightlife
- Cutter's Lounge
- The Wine Vault
- The Evening Muse
- Visulite Theatre
Recreation
- Old Mecklenburg Brewery
- Hendrick Motorsports Complex
- Cajun Canvas
- Charlotte’s Longest Running Daily City Tour
Shopping
- SouthPark Mall
- Coach
- Louis Vuitton
- Hermes
- Neiman Marcus
- Nordstrom
- Burberry
- Tiffany & Co.
- Ralph Lauren
- St. Johns Boutique
More information about touring Charlotte, NC.
Local Weather
Charlotte enjoys a moderate climate during the month of February. Visit the National Weather Service for up to date weather information.