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2009 John Calvin National Conference

Travel Information

Hotels

The following hotels are located near the Minneapolis Convention Center, and many are connected to it by skyway (indoor, above-ground walkways).

To receive special conference rates, please mention “Desiring God National Conference” when making reservations. Prices do not include hotel tax or parking fees.

Name Price Distance
Comfort Suites — Downtown $90 6 blocks
Crowne Plaza $129 6.5 blocks
Doubletree Guest Suites $89 4.5 blocks
Doubletree Park Place $99 4.4 miles
Holiday Inn Express $99 2 blocks
Holiday Inn Metrodome $114 2.5 miles
Hilton Minneapolis $119 4.5 blocks
Hyatt Regency Minneapolis $169 4 blocks
Marriott City Center $104 8.5 blocks
Millennium Hotel $105 3 blocks
Minneapolis Gateway Hotel $89 4.5 miles
Sheraton Bloomington Hotel $69 11 miles

Venue: Minneapolis Convention Center

All conference sessions will be held in the “Auditorium” at the Minneapolis Convention Center (MCC). The MCC is in downtown Minneapolis within walking distance of many hotels, restaurants, and shops.

The restrooms, telephone banks, and public elevators are all handicapped accessible. The building also has ramp curb cuts and power-operated doors. TDD access is available in the main lobby and administration office.

For more information about the MCC, visit their website.


Bookstore

Our conference bookstore will sell many substantive titles at low prices. Don’t forget to budget for books!


Childcare

No childcare is provided at the conference. We recommend that only junior-high age and above attend.


Meals

No meals are provided at the conference. There are many wonderful restaurants nearby, and the Convention Center also has places where you may purchase meals and snacks.


ASL & Special Needs

American Sign Language (ASL) interpretation will be offered at the conference for all sessions. If you require ASL, or have any other special needs, please notify us (888.346.4700 or email) so that we can serve you in the best way possible.


Transportation

For a cost-effective way to get to/from the airport and downtown Minneapolis, please consider using SuperShuttle.