Facilities Convention Center Take your meeting to the next level at the Walter E. Washington Convention Center, a 2.3-million-square-foot space that hosts high-impact meetings, conventions and events of every kind. WALTER E. WASHINGTON IMPRESSIVE DESIGN The ultra-modern convention center features soaring staircases, towering glass walls and a public art collection that is the largest of its kind in the city, outside of a museum. The 130 pieces come from more than 90 international and national artists, spanning sculpture, photography and paintings. The center’s sustainability programs include recycling, water eff iciency and green product purchasing. CUTTINGEDGE TECHNOLOGY A digital signage system with 150 HDTVs is one of numerous technology features. Free Wi-Fi is now accessible throughout the building, enhancing your on-the-go experience. A new virtual reality component that uses 360-degree and 3D imagery allows you to preview an event inside the building before booking. NEWDINING &RETAIL Centerplate/NBSE is the premier caterer for your event. Adjacent to the convention center, enjoy exciting new dining and retail options, including Marjorie Meek-Bradley’s sandwich shop, Smoked & Stacked. Opening in 2017: Union Kitchen Grocery, a locally inspired market; Morris, a cocktail bar; Unconventional Diner, as well as an athletic club and barbershop. CONTACTEVENTSDC facebook.com/Off icialEventsDC facebook.com/WEWCC CALL (202) 249-3311 @ConventionsDC VISIT eventsdc.com @EventsDC Events DC owns and operates the Walter E. Washington Convention Center, Carnegie Library at Mt. Vernon Square, RFK Stadium and surrounding Festival Grounds, Maloof Skate Park, the DC Armory, Nationals Park and Gateway DC Pavilion. 40 | EVENT PLANNING GUIDE
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