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Pennsylvania Convention Center, Philadelphia

1101 Arch St, Philadelphia, PA 19107, United States

July 7th -9th, 2023

Venue

1101 Arch Street, Philadelphia, PA 19107
https://www.paconvention.com/

The Pennsylvania Convention Center is a multi-use public facility in the Market East section of Philadelphia,Pennsylvania. , It is one of the largest convention centers in the country , designed to accommodate conventions, exhibitions, conferences, trade shows and other business and entertainment events. The "L"-shaped complex occupies four city blocks. The expanded Pennsylvania Convention Center is one of the country’s premier meeting facilities. The Pennsylvania Convention Center offers more than 1 million square-feet of saleable meeting spaces, one of the largest ballrooms in the Northeast, and welcoming lounges within a flexible and dynamic venue.

History

In the latter part of the 20th century, the Philadelphia Convention Hall and Civic Center became outmoded.

With the opening of the Spectrum in South Philadelphia, fewer big sporting and entertainment events used the Civic Center.

Political conventions, too, outgrew the capacity of the Civic Center to host them. By the 1980s, regional and state leaders had begun to plan for a new convention center in the heart of Center City.

It was decided that the former train shed of the Reading Terminal be the site of the new center and after renovations were finished by Wilson Brothers & Company, it opened in 1993. When it did, most of the events held in the Civic Center, including trade shows and the annual Philadelphia Flower Show, moved to the new facility. As a result of the construction of the Pennsylvania Convention Center, the Chinatown buildings located on Arch Street, up to the intersection of 13th Street, were demolished

There has been an expansion of a facility with significant increases in various parameters. The expansion involved the addition of a new hall, while one of the existing halls was removed, resulting in a total of seven halls. Additionally, the facility added 23 new meeting rooms, resulting in a total of 73 meeting rooms. The number of truck berths also increased by 17, bringing the new total to 45. The expansion also led to significant increases in the facility's main level exhibit hall space and street level exhibit hall space. Specifically, the main level exhibit hall space increased by 213,000 sq. ft. (19800 m2), while the street level exhibit hall space increased by 26,000 sq. ft. (2420 m2), resulting in a new total of 528,000 sq. ft. (49100 m2) and 151,000 sq. ft. (14000 m2), respectively. The facility also expanded its ballroom space by 55,400 sq. ft. (5150 m2), resulting in a new total of 87,000 sq. ft. (8080 m2). The meeting/banquet space remained the same at 123,000 sq. ft. (11400 m2), resulting in a new total of 246,000 sq. ft. (22900 m2). Overall, the expansion resulted in a significant increase in the facility's saleable space, with a new total of 1,000,000 sq. ft. (92900 m2), compared to the previous total of 624,000 sq. ft. (58000 m2). This expansion likely aimed to increase the facility's capacity to host larger and more diverse events, thereby generating more revenue and attracting more attendees.

Art & Design

Impressive. Striking. Modern. These are the words to describe the building, which has been recognized by the architectural firm Thompson, Ventulett, Stainback & Associates (TVS) and opened in 1993. The ultra-modern structure features a soaring staircase, towering glass walls and smooth granite floors. Its $4 million public art collection combines sculpture, paintings and photography. With more than 130 pieces by 93 different artists, it is the largest public collection of art in DC outside of a museum.The center features a modern design that blends steel, glass, and stone to create a dynamic and impressive structure.One of the most notable installations is "The Quest" by artist Warren Rohrer, a large mural made of tiles that features a vibrant abstract landscape. The center also has a collection of murals by local artists that depict Philadelphia's history and culture.

The expanded Pennsylvania Convention Center is one of the country’s premier meeting facilities. Located in the center of Philadelphia’s historic downtown.

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Driving Directions to the Pennsylvania Convention Center
1 From The Northern and Western Suburbs:
  • Take I-76 East to Exit 344 for I-676 East.
  • Follow signs for Central Philadelphia.
  • Take I-676 East and exit at Broad Street/Rt. 611 (2nd exit).
  • You will be on Vine Street.
  • Follow Vine Street to 12th Street (4 traffic lights).
2 From I-95 Northbound, Philadelphia International Airport, Baltimore, Washington, and Delaware:
  • Take I-95 North to Exit 22 for Central Philadelphia I-676.
  • Stay in the left lane of this exit.
  • Follow signs for 676 West to the 1st exit (Broad Street).
  • This exit brings you up onto 15th St.
  • Get into the left lane and follow the sign for 611/Broad Street and make a left turn on to Vine Street.
  • Follow signs for Vine Street/PA Convention Center.
  • Make a right on to 12th Street.
  • The entrances to the Convention Center are located two blocks ahead at the NE and NW corners of 12th & Arch Streets.
3 From I-95 Southbound, New York, Northern and Central New Jersey:
  • Take I-95 South to Exit 22 for Central Philadelphia I-676.
  • Stay in the left lane of this exit.
  • Follow signs for 676 West to the 1st exit (Broad Street).
  • This exit brings you up onto 15th St.
  • Get into the left lane and follow the sign for 611/Broad Street and make a left turn on to Vine Street.
  • Follow signs for Vine Street/PA Convention Center.
  • Make a right on to 12th Street.
  • The entrances to the Convention Center are located two blocks ahead at the NE and NW corners of 12th & Arch Streets.
4 From the Pennsylvania Turnpike
  • Follow Pennsylvania Turnpike to Exit 20 / I-476 (Mid County Interchange).
  • Take I-476 South to Exit 16/ I-76E Philadelphia.
  • Stay on I-76 East for approximately 12 miles.
  • Exit at 344 / I- 676 East.
  • Take I-676 East and exit at Broad Street/Rt. 611 (2nd exit).
  • You will be on Vine Street.
  • Follow Vine Street to 12th (4 traffic lights).
5 From the New Jersey Turnpike (New York)
  • Take the NJ Turnpike to exit 4 (Philadelphia / Camden Exit).
  • Get onto 73 North and follow it to 38 West.
  • Take 38 West following the signs directing to the Benjamin Franklin Bridge (The Bridge is 30 West), crossing into Philadelphia
  • Follow the signs for Convention Center (this is Vine Street).
  • Go approximately 6 blocks, make a left turn onto 12th Street.
6 From PA 309
  • Take PA 309 South to Pennsylvania Turnpike.
  • Follow Turnpike West to Exit Mid County Interchange / 476S Chester.
  • Take I-476 South to Exit 16 / I-76 Philadelphia.
  • Stay on I-76 East for approximately 12 miles.
  • Exit at 344 / I- 676 East.
  • Take 676 East and exit at Broad Street/Rt. 611 (2nd exit).
  • You will be on Vine Street.
  • Follow Vine Street to 12th Street (4 traffic lights).
7 From US 611
  • Take US 611 South into Philadelphia (611 South becomes Broad Street).
  • Go South on Broad Street for approximately 8 miles.
  • In Center City, turn left onto Vine Street / Local Traffic.
  • Follow Vine Street to 12th Street (2 traffic lights).
8 From New Jersey and Atlantic City Area
  • Take Atlantic City Expressway to 42 North.
  • Follow 42 North to the Benjamin Franklin Bridge (Rt. 676), crossing into Philadelphia.
  • Follow the signs for Convention Center (this is Vine Street).
  • Go approximately 6 blocks, make a left turn onto 12th Street.
9 From Lehigh Valley and Northeastern Pennsylvania
  • Take the Northeast Extension of the Turnpike I-476 towards Philadelphia
  • Take Mid-County Exhig and merge onto I-476 South
  • Take I-476 South to Exit 16 / I-76 E Philadelphia
  • Stayon I-76 for approximately 12 miles
  • Exit at 344/ I-676 East
  • Take I-676 East and exit at Broad Street/ Rt. 611 (2nd exit)
  • You will be on Vine Street
  • Follow Vine Street to 12th (4 traffic lights)
Public Parking Garages and Lots Near the Pennsylvania Convention Center
Convention Center Parking Facility - This is the closest parking option, located at 1324 Arch St, Philadelphia, PA 19107. It offers 24-hour access and rates vary based on the length of stay.
Parkway Corporation - There are several Parkway Corporation parking lots and garages within a few blocks of the Convention Center, including the lot at 1201 Filbert St and the garage at 1325 Arch St - https://philapark.org/locations/philadelphia-convention-center-parking/
13 th & Vine Parking Lot - This parking lot is located at the corner of 13th and Vine Streets, about a block and a half from the Convention Center.
Gallery Mall Parking Garage - This garage is located at 901 Market St, Philadelphia, PA 19107, about two blocks from the Convention Center.
Jefferson Station Parking Garage - This garage is located at 901 Market St, Philadelphia, PA 19107, about two blocks from the Convention Center.
Arch Street Parking - This parking lot is located at 1320 Arch St, Philadelphia, PA 19107, directly across from the Convention Center.
LAZ Parking - There are several LAZ Parking lots and garages within a few blocks of the Convention Center, including the lot at 1201 Market St and the garage at 201 N 11th St.
The Windsor Suites - The hotel at 1700 Benjamin Franklin Pkwy, Philadelphia, PA 19103, offers public parking in their garage, which is about six blocks from the Convention Center.
SP+ Parking - There are several SP+ Parking lots and garages within a few blocks of the Convention Center, including the garage at 1001 Arch St and the lot at 130 N 10th St - https://parking.com/philadelphia/venues/convention-center
Public Parking Garages and Lots Near the Pennsylvania Convention Center
Convention Center Parking Facility - This is the closest parking option, located at 1324 Arch St, Philadelphia, PA 19107. It offers 24-hour access and rates vary based on the length of stay.

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