Travel

Woodworking in America 2012 takes place at the Pasadena Convention Center, located just nine miles northeast of downtown Los Angeles, 16 miles from Bob Hope/Burbank Airport and 29 miles from Los Angeles International Airport. The Convention Center is within walking distance of hotels and Old Pasadena, a bustling 22-block historical area filled with 200 shops, boutiques, restaurants and clubs. Visitors will also enjoy renowned museums, golf, live theatre, and enviable weather.
Pasadena Convention Center 
300 E. Green Street 
Pasadena, CA 91101
 

Hotel Information

To book your hotel reservation at Sheraton Pasadena Hotel, call (800) 457-7940, ask for “Reservations” and request the group rate for Woodworking in America West. To book your hotel online, CLICK HERE
 
To book your hotel reservation at The Westin Pasadena CLICK HERE

Check out what Pasadena has to offer!! For activities, restaurants, and shopping in the Pasadena area, CLICK HERE

Driving Directions

Driving Distances:
Bob Hope/Burbank Airport - 16 miles, 25.75 km
Los Angeles International Airport - 29 miles, 46.67 km
Long Beach Airport - 32 miles, 51.50 km
Ontario International Airport - 37 miles, 59.55 km
Hollywood - 16 miles, 25.75 km
Rodeo Drive/Beverly Hills - 22 miles, 35.41 km
Santa Monica Beach - 25 miles, 40.23 km
 
From the 210 westbound
Take the 210 freeway west to the Fair Oaks/Marengo exit. Turn left on Marengo and proceed 4 blocks to Green Street. Turn left onto Green Street, the Pasadena Convention Center is located on the right hand side at 300 E. Green.
From the 210 southbound
Take the 210 freeway south to the Colorado Blvd exit on to St John Ave. Continue south on St John past Colorado Blvd and turn left onto Green Street. Travel five blocks east on Green Street. The Pasadena Convention Center is located on the right hand side at 300 E. Green.
From the 134 eastbound
Take the 134 east to the 210 east and exit at Fair Oaks/Marengo. Turn right on Marengo and proceed 4 blocks to Green Street. Turn left onto Green Street. The Pasadena Convention Center is located on the right hand side at 300 E. Green.
From the 110 northbound
Take the 110 freeway north to the end of the freeway. Proceed north on Arroyo Parkway. Turn right onto Green Street. The Pasadena Convention Center is located two blocks down on the right hand side at 300 E. Green.

Parking

On-site parking is available at the Pasadena Convention Center.  There are 600 spaces, with two entrances:  Marengo Avenue to the West and Euclid Avenue to the East between Green Street and Cordova. 
Cost:  $10/16 hours of parking

CLICK HERE FOR PARKING MAP


Public Transportation

Metro Gold Line Light Rail 213-626-4455, www.mta.net Travels from Union Station in downtown Los Angeles to Pasadena and six points in between. Connects to other lines at Union Station.
 
Pasadena Arts Bus 626-744-4055, www.cityofpasadena.net Travels between Old Pasadena, South Lake Avenue and the Playhouse District. The ARTS Buses are easily recognizable by their “colorful” depictions. Stops are designated throughout the city with a pink triangle marked “ARTS.”
 
Operating hours:
Monday - Friday 6 a.m. – 8 p.m.
Saturday 11 a.m. – 8 p.m.
Sunday 11 a.m. – 5 p.m
Foothill Transit Authority
626-967-3147, www.foothilltransit.org Bus service throughout San Gabriel and Pomona Valleys.
 
Los Angeles County Metropolitan Transit Authority
213-626-4455, www.mta.net Bus service throughout Los Angeles County.