Tour de Louisville

By now you've probably had a chance to look at the fabulous lineup of educational sessions that Annual Conference Chair Jack Raab and his team have put together. But just in case you need a little extra encouragement to make the trip to Louisville in March, the Hospitality Committee has put together some great entertainment options! Join your fellow ACCED-I members for a real Louisville experience on one of the following Saturday pre-conference tours:

Louisville Slugger Museum & Factory
Saturday, 3/20
2:00 pm
$10 per person


With their newly renovated and recently reopened Main Gallery, the Louisville Slugger Museum & Factory is sure to hit a home run with all things baseball. If you're bringing your family, you should know that Nickelodeon recently named the Home of the Big Bat the "Best Tourist Spot" in town. This tour is sure to be a hit!

Louisville Glassworks
Saturday, 3/20
3:00 pm
$6.50 per person


If you'd like a more "artistic" tour, head over to the Louisville Glassworks. Located in the heart of Downtown Louisville, Glassworks is a multi-use facility. You can see glass artists at work, stroll through beautiful galleries, and maybe even try your hand at this age-old craft.

The Conference schedule was designed a bit differently this year, to give attendees the opportunity for free time on Monday evening.

Casino Night
Monday, 3/22
6-10 pm
$20 per person (includes transportation and $10 in slot play)


While there are plenty of "on your own" options to be had, if you'd like a group activity, just ask yourself "Are you feeling lucky?" Several shuttles (throughout the evening) will transport attendees to and from the Horseshoe Casino in Indiana. Vegas-style gaming, entertainment, great food, they've got it all!

Post-conference tours will be available as well, so as they say, come early and stay late!

Frazier International History Museum
Wednesday, 3/24
10:00 am
$9.00 per person

If you're a history buff, then this is the tour for you! Come face-to-face with 1,000 years of history through narrative, art, multi-media displays and more! You can see Daniel Boone's family Bible, the bow attributed to Geronimo, General Custer's ivory handled pistols, and even the "Big Stick" owned by Teddy Roosevelt.

Muhammad Ali Center
Wednesday, 3/24
10:00 am
$9.00 per person

"Float like a butterfly, sting like a bee!" Famous for being a champion, the life of prize-fighter Muhammad Ali is on display at the Muhammad Ali Center. Although "The Great One" is no longer active in the boxing world, his legacy of excellence lives on through the two-and-a-half levels of displays highlighting the six prevailing values of Ali's life: respect, confidence, conviction, dedication, giving and spirituality.

College Tour--Southern Seminary
Wednesday, 3/24
8-11:30 am
$40 per member/$50 per non-member (transportation & breakfast included)

As is tradition, a tour of a local ACCED-I member institution will be offered. Visit the gorgeous campus of Southern Seminary. When you step on the campus of Southern Seminary you are surrounded by classic red brick architecture, similar to the Ivy League schools. Join your colleagues for a tour of this beautiful campus.

Other tours will be available as well, through Mint Julep Tours. Special prices have been set for ACCED-I Conference attendees. Reservations need to be made by February 19, by either calling (866) 986-8779 or e-mail, charlotte@mintjuleptours.com. All tours depart from the Galt House Hotel at Mint Julep Tours 3rd floor, Rivue Tower, Suite 326.
Check in 15 minutes before scheduled tour time.

Historic Louisville Tour
Saturday, March 20, 1:00 p.m.-4:00 p.m.
or
Wednesday, March 24, 8:00 a.m.-11:00 a.m.
Cost: $39 member/nonmember

Moonshine & Madness Tour
Monday, March 22, 7:00 p.m.-9:00 p.m.
Cost: $29 member/ nonmember

Six weeks! In just six weeks, we'll be gathering in Possibility City. Will you be joining the party?