HURRICANE SANDY UPDATE
Please note that ARC's Facing Race 2012 Conference will take place as planned on Nov 15-17 in Baltimore, Maryland. ARC NY office and phones were impacted by Hurricane Sandy. So please either contact us by email or contact our Oakland office by phone at (510) 653-3415.
Please note that ARC's Facing Race 2012 Conference will take place as planned on Nov 15-17 in Baltimore, Maryland. ARC NY office and phones were impacted by Hurricane Sandy. So please either contact us by email or contact our Oakland office by phone at (510) 653-3415.
TRAVELBaltimore is the perfect setting for Facing Race 2012 because of its deep history in the racial justice movement and continued efforts to curtail institutional and structural racism. Known as “Charm City,” Baltimore is a city of diverse, intimate neighborhoods. From the gritty intersections of “The Wire” to the flamboyant cinema of John Waters, the narratives of Baltimore mirror changes in American culture.
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HOTEL
The Baltimore Hilton is located within walking distance of the well-known Baltimore Harbor. Discounted rooms are no longer available.
401 West Pratt Street
Baltimore, MD 21201
1.800.HILTONS (445-8667)
Please Note: Participants are required to book their own lodging.
DISCOUNTED HOTEL RATES ARE NO LONGER AVAILABLE. You may be able to find a few other close hotel options to the Baltimore Hilton at 401 West Pratt Street, Baltimore MD 21201 on kayak.com orhotels.com. Hotels in the Inner Harbor and City Center are located within walking distance and there is also a Free City Charm Shuttle that wil connect you to the Baltimore Hilton.
TRANSPORTATION
BY AIR: The Baltimore Hilton is approximately 10 miles from the BWI Airport. Below are some options for local transportation and approximate costs.
Please note: The light rail system from the airport has a stop right outside the doors of the Baltimore Hilton. We encourage all Facing Race participants to support public transportation by taking the light rail to get to/from the airport.
| Type | Typical Minimum Charge |
| Light Rail | 1.60 USD |
| Super Shuttle | 14.00 USD |
| Taxi | 25.00 USD |
For Super Shuttle Discounts please use code UJUVY. You can make reservations over the phone 1 800-BLUE-VAN (258-3826) or online.
Free Charm City Shuttle: Baltimore, MD provides a free shuttle bus in the downtown area - please check various bus routes here from Inner Harbor, Baltimore Penn Station and more...
BY Bus: If taking a bus to the conference, please be aware of drop off locations and arrange car-service if necessary. Here are a few options for bus companies: Mega Bus; Bolt Bus (Goes directly to Baltimore Penn Station)
BY Train: If taking Amtrak it’s best to go to Baltimore Penn Station. You can access Light rail to the Baltimore Hilton/Convention Center or Camden Yards station or use Ground Transportation for approximately $7.
BY Car: If you are
driving your car to the conference the parking rates at the hotel are $28 a day
for self-parking with in/out privilege.
FROM BWI -
FARES: Approximately $25
FROM DCA – Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport
FARES: Approximately $135, We recommend taking Amtrak to Baltimore Penn Station and a $6 car service/taxi from there.
FROM IAD -
FARES: Approximately $135, We recommend taking Amtrak to Baltimore Penn Station and a $6 car service/taxi from there.
