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Convention & Visit. Qtrly Repor
Memorandum Mayor Terry Duggan City Council members City Manager, Mike Van Milligen Donna Smith, Chair County Supervisors Jan Hess, Administrative Assistant Fr: John Tallent, Chair Sue Czeshinski, Director Re: Quarterly Report--April through June 2002 The second quarter was spent working on the organizational structure and marketing campaign with the partners in America's River, launching the second phase of the "Welcoming the World" campaign with the "Passport to Fun", selling and bidding large conventions for the Mississippi River Education and Conference Center, receiving a volume number of inqniries from Spring ad placements, and restructuring the Convention & Visitors Bureau (CVB) Advisory Board. The America's River Marketing committee has made significant progress in the planning for marketing the openings of the projects. An 18 month planning calendar was established by the Bureau, an RFP for marketing and communication firms was written and sent by the Bureau and interviews of top ranking firms took place. The goal of the committee is to have a firm under contract by mid-July. CVB staff continues to participate in the plauning of the Mississippi River National Education and Conference Center with the Port of Dubuque work group and to review site plans for existing businesses. The "Passport to Fun" campaign was launched in connection with National Tourism Week in May. Passports featuring 24 area attractions were distributed thxough Hy-Vee stores, Dubuque and Dyersville Chambers to area residents. Residents could have the Passports stamped at attractions when they toured them and needed at least 3 stampings to qualify to be in a drawing for 2 round trip airline tickets to Orlando and 2 admissions to Disney's Magic Kingdom. Over 6,000 residents picked up the Passports to participate in the campaign. The Passports also featured America's River and the impact of tourism on Dubuque County. Thanks to Radio Dubuque for donating over $15,000 radio promotion which made the campaign a success. Convention Marketing continues to be successful for the new facility. The CVB has been submitting bids for large conventions including: Watchable Wildlife, Iowa Credit Union League, Midwest Gang Investigators, NCAA National Wrestling Tournament, 4 State Dairy Conference, and Iowa Nurses Association. 300 MAIN STREET SUITE 200 P.O. BOX 705 DUBUQUE, IA 52004-0705 (563)557-92oo (563)557-x59I E-MAIL: INFO@TRAVELDuBuQUE.COM WEB SITE: Www. TRAvELDUBUQUE.COM The Convention Marketing committee hosted a familiarization tour of the Dubuque area in April. Twenty-eight planners and spouses attended the tour and the trip resulted in dates for future business being booked at member facilities. The next tour is scheduled for August. Consumer advertising placements ran during the Spring months promoting the Dubuque area. A record number of requests for information were generated this spring. Over 15,000 mailings and 30,000 user sessions between March and May were the direct result of the cooperative campaign the Independent Traveler Marketing Committee scheduled for the year. Features in regional and national newspapers also contributed to the response for information as well. The Dubuque area was featured in the Chicago Tribune Magazine, a special section, and that was then picked up by the AP and features ran in the Orange County Register and the East Valley, Mesa/Phoenix Metro on "Great American Backyards." Dubuque had the lead picture and copy in all these papers. The Convention and Visitors Bureau made a recommendation to expand the Advisory Board to include a broader base of area facilities. The new structure will allow for more community member input and representation. The new structure includes an additional council member, a DRA representative, two at large members, two Chamber board members, 2 hotel representatives, attraction and restaurant representatives, and a Clarke College representative. The committee structure has also changed and will now include a marketing committee, group sales committee, festivals committee, America's River marketing committee, and a public relations committee. These changes are meant to improve communication between members of the tourism industry, funding sources, and to represent all our partners in destination marketing. Meet on the MississiEpi. Tour Contents History A bustling river city since the early 1800s-- Dubuque has a rich history with much to offer. Meeting Grot F our erv_ ces-- We'll da e~erything we can to make your meeting or get.together a major success. Accommodations Stay with us! We have a great selection of attractive, comfortable, friendly, and affordable properties. Meeting Faciltl v [ .:',?uts You'll find everythin~ ~,,n i., I here-- over 200,000 sq. It ,q i,,,',.*in~: space There's a lot to d,, ., I hd.,,,i,,, ,',vry month of the year. Come ~,-,., h ...... i,,, ,, i~ so special. City Maps - It's all here. Dubuqm' as it is to get to. Check maps fin' details. Dubuque Area Chamber of Coraro_erce Convention and Visitors Bureau 300 Main Street, Suite 200 P.O. Box 705 Dubuque, Iowa 52001 (563) 557-9200 or 800-798-4748 Web Site: http://www.dubuquechamber.com Director: Sue Czeshinski, sczeshinski@dubuquechamber.com Regional Sales Manager: Jeni Ginter, jginte.~dubuquechamber.com Marketing Manager: Amy Link, alink~dubuquecMmber.com Local Sales Manager: Sarah Murphy, smurphy@dubuquecMmber.com Meeting SenJices Our experienced and enthusiastic staff will help you plan your meeting--and get the best view of our "Masterpiece on the Mississippi." · Convention bidding and receptions · Pre-convention counseling · Name tags and jumbo print typewriter · Materials for registration desk handout · Registration assistance · Welcoming address · Ambassador greeting committee · Local transportation · Housing arrangements · Spouse programs and tour · Guides to entertainment, shopping, and dining · Publicity assistance · Promotional CD-rom available Cedar Rapids, Ia. 60 Milwaukee, Wisc. 160 Chicago, II1. 183 Mirmeapolis- Columbia, Mo. 290 St. Paul, Minn. 260 Davenport, la. 70 Omaha, Neb. 320 Des Moines, la. 189 Peoria, 111. 168 Green Bay, Wisc. 240 Rochester, Minn. 176 Indianapolis, lnd. 320 Rockford, IlL 93 Kansas City, Mt). 375 Springfield. III. 223 Lincoln. Neb. 374 St. [x)uis. Mo. 310 Madison, Wisc. 90 Waterkx~. la. 90 Group Tour Services Our knowledgeable staff is ready to assist you in customizing a tour to fit your group's needs. · Video · Huh and spoke options · Assistance in gathering rates from area attraction and lodging facilities · Pre-arrival counseling · Promotional CD-rom available Iowa We[come Center 300 Main S~reet, Suite 100 Dubuque, Iowa 52001 (563) 556-4372 or 800-798-8844 History Dubuque has been a vibrant river city since the early 180Os. Situated along the Mississippi River, Dubuque is distinctive because of its steep hills and river bluffs--geographic features that many people don't expect to find in Iowa. . Julien Dubuque Dubuque was settled in the 1780s by French Canadian fur trader and entrepreneur Julien Dubuque. He originally came to the region to engage in trade with the Mesquakie Indians, who occupied the land at that time, but his attention soon turned to the plentiful lead mines that were located on their property. In 1788, the Masquakie granted him control of the mines and he named this region the Mines of Spain. For the next 20 years, Dubuque worked as both a miner and trader. In 1810, he died after a brief illness and the Mesquakie buried him on a bluff overlooking the Mississippi River. The Mesquakie Indians Following Dubuque's death, the Mesquakie reclaimed the Mines of Spain for their own. In i822, the federal govern- ment licensed the first settler to mine lead in the Dubuque area. By 1829, over 4,000 mining permits had been issued to settlers seeking their fortunes in the Mississippi lead hills. In 1832, rivalries with the Fox and Saul< tribes exploded into the BIackhawk War. As part of the peace treaty, the Mesquakie ceded the area we now know as Dubuque to the federal government. In 1833, the area was officially opened for settlement as the city of Dubuque. Recent History Dubuque's city limits have grown from one square mile to the present eighteen square miles. Downtown Dubuque underwent significant urban renewal in the 1970s. With historic architecture and the Mississippi River, Dubuque is a major Midwest tourist attraction. In the i980s, the addition of greyhound racing and a riverboat casino created more tourist appeal. Today, Dubuque is a thriving town; more than 60,000 friendly people call it home. Dubuque County Courthouse Central Avenue and 7th Street, Dubuque, Iowa. Designed by architect Fridolin Herr and built in 189I, the Dubuque County Courthouse on Central Avenue at 7th Street is a fine example of Beaux Arts Classicism architecture. Composed of Indiana limestone, brick, and molded terra cotta, the well-preserved courthouse features a strikir~g gold-leaf- covered dome topped by a i4-foor statue of Justice. Dubuque County Old Jail 8th Street and Central Avenue, Dubuque, Iowa. Built in 1858, the structure is constructed of gray native limestone with cast iron columns, window, and door frames. The building was awarded Landmark status in 1987. Fenelon Place Elevator 512 Fenelon Place, Dubuque, Iowa, (563) 582-6496. Also known as the 4th Street Elevator and the world's shortest, steepest, scenic railway. Erected in 1882, the lift is 296 feet in length, and elevates passengers 189 feet from 4th Street to Fenelon Place, which offers a nmgnificent view of Iowa, Illinois, and Wisconsin. Jutien Dubuque Monument Off Grandview Avenue and Julien Dubuque Drive, Dubuque, Iowa, (563) 556-0620. Honoring the founder of the city, the monument is erected over his grave on a high bluff overlooking the Mississippi River. Listed on the National Register of Historical Places, it is man- aged by the Iowa Department of Natural Resources as part of the Mines of Spain Recreation Area. Shot Tower East 4th Street Extension, Dubuque, Iowa. Dubuque's Shot Tower stands on the riverftont as a unique memorial to the early munitions industry. The tower produced lead shot during the Civil War. PAGE 3 Meeting & Group Tour Services Mississippi River Museum Dubuque Guide Service P.O. Box 266, Dubuque, Iowa 52004-0266, (563) 557-9545 or 800-226-3369. Fax: (563) 583-1241. E-mail: rivermuse~mwci.net Let the Dubuque Guide Service arrange all your Dubuque travel plans. Our trained guides will share Dubuque's unique architecture and stop along the way at attractions of your choice. Each tour is custom-designed according to the needs of your group. · Tour the city of Dubuque with a guide from the Dubuque Guide Service. · Visit the Mississippi Riverboat Museum featuring 300 years of river history. · Join our Victorian House Tour and Progressive Dinner featuring a Eve-course meal in four Victorian mansions. Bradley Jo Charter, !nc. 7650 Route 52 S, Dubxque, Iowa 52003, (563) 588-2330. Fax: (563) 588-2308. E.mail: bradleyjochartet@aol.com. Countryside Tours, Inc~ 3450 County HHH, KieIer, Wisconsin 53812, (608) 568-3557. Fax: (608) 568-3272. E-mail: counrtyside2@aol.com. Dubuqueiand Tours & Charter Service 2006 Rhomberg Avenue, P.O. Box 1634, Dubuque, Iowa 52004, (563) 557-2449. Dyersvil!e Area Chamber of Commerce 11 O0 16th Avenue Court Southeast, P.O. Box 187, Dyersville, Iowa 52040,(563) 875-231 I. Fax: (563) 875-839I. E-malb dyersviIlechambe~dyersville.org. Galena Tours and Trolley Depot & Theater 314 South Main Street, Ga/ena, Illinois 61036, (815) 777-1248. Fax: (815) 777-1283. Web Site: www.galenasrolley.com. Gerry Murphy Tours & Travel P.O. Box 1413, Dubuque, Iowa52004, (563) 599-6666 or 800-974-7714. Fax: (563) 588-4896. E-mad: callmurphy@earthiink.net. Web Site: www.callmurphy.com. Tri-State Travel Highway 20 W, P.O. Box 307, Ga/ena, Illinois 61036, (815) 777-0820 or800-779-4869. Fax: (815) 777-8128. E-mail: tommy@trlstatetraveI.com. Web Site: www.tristatetravel.com. Trolleys of Dubuque, Inc. P.O. Box 1322, Dubuque, Iowa52004, (563) 552-2896 or 800-408-0077. Fax: (563) 556-6313. Contact: Don Nauman. Air Service Dubuque Regionai Airpo~-t 11000 Airport Road, Highway 61 S, Dubuque, Iowa 52003, (563) 589.4129. Fax: (563) 589-4108. Web Site: www.flydbq.com. Come to Dubuque by air--it's quick and convenient. · Service to more than 490 destinations worldwide. · Twelve minutes from downtown Dubuque and many of the Tri-State's sites and attractions. · Ground transportation available. · Serviced daily by American Eagle and United Express to and from Chicago's O'Hare International Airport and Northwest Airlink with service to and from two airports~ Detroit's Wayne County Metropolitan Airport and the Minneapolis/St. Paul International Airport. Commercial Airlines American Airlines/American EagIe Airlines 1 I000 Airpor~ Road, Dubuque, Iowa 52003, (563) 582-2707. Fax: (563) 582-6741. Charter Airlines ~ Chartaire, !nc. ~ 11090 Airport Road, Dubuque, Iowa 52003, (563) 557-6087 or 800-553-5283. Fax: (563) 583-9418. Ground Service D & R Leisure Services 2259 Prince Street, Dubuque, Iowa 52001, (563) 588-0680. White Rose Limousine Service 31910 Bries Drive, Dyersville, Iowa 52040, (563) 875-7544. (See also Tour Services.) Bird Chevrolet 3255 University Avenue, Dubuque, Iowa 52001, (563) 583-9121. Fax: (563) 556-4482. E-mail: birdchev~mwci.net. Web Site: www :birdchevro~et.com. Enterprise Rent-A-Ca~ 3250 Dodge Street, Dubuque, Iowa 52003, (563) 583-8000. Fax: (563) 583-3793. Mike Finnin Ford Highway 20 W, Dubuque, Iowa 52003, (563) 556-1010. Fax: (563) 556-8465. E-mall: sfinnin@finninautos.com. Web S/re: www.flnninautos.cora. PAGE 4 Priceless Rent-A-Car 200 South Main Street, Dubuque, Iowa 52002, (563) 588-131 I. Fax: (563) 582-0941. Annie's Lil Bits 469 Bluff Street, Dubuque, Iowa 52001, (563) 589-0790. Fax: (563) 589-0017. E.mail: manne l OO~aol.com. Big Apple Bagel 1675 John F. Kennedy Rood, Dubuque, Iowa 52002, (563) 557-3170. Fax: (563) 557-3171. The Bridge Restaurant & Lounge 31 Locust Street, Dubuque, Iowa 52001, (563) 557-7280. Creative Catering/The Garden Room Cafe 801 Davis Avenue, Dubuque, Iowa 52001 (563) 582-5100. Fax: (563) 584.1801. Eagle Country Market 300 South Locust Street, Dubuque, Iowa 52003, (563) 556-3785. Fax: (563) 582-7928. Econo Foods 3355 John F. Kennedy Circle, Dubuque, Iowa 52002, (563) 582-0713. Fax: (563) 582-0143. Web Site: www.econafoods.com. Hy-Vee Food Store 3500 Dodge Street, Warren Plaza, Dubuque, Iowa 52003, (563) 583-5204. Fax: (563) 583-9732. Web Site: vaww.hy-vee.com. Kalmes Restaurant/Enterprises, Inc. 100 North Main Street, P.O. Box 66, St. Donatus, Iowa 52071, (563) 773-2480. Fax: (563) 773-8460. La Gastronomie Catering 1075 West 3rd Street, Dubuque, Iowa 52001, (563) 588-4507. Fax: (563) 588-4507. E-mail: akswiss@mwci.net. Web Site: lagastronamiecatering.com Shot Tower Inn 390 Locust Street, Dubuque, Iowa 52001, (563) 556-1061. Top Notch Catering 642 Franklin Street, P.O. Box 257, Galena, Illinois 61036, (815) 777-1613. Fax: (815) 777-837I. E-mail: herblady@galenalink.com. Copyworks 136 Wa&er P/~a, Dubuque, Iowa 52002, (563) 557-2679. Fax: (563) 557-2004. E-mail: dbqcopy@dubuque.net. Web Site: www.copyworks.com. Mr. Quix Printing 3430 Dodge Street, Dubuque, Iowa 52003, (563) 557-9999. Fax: (563) 557-7472. Printers Plus 1076 University Avenue, Dubuque, Iowa 52001, (563) 582,7587. Fax: (563) 557-3138. E-mail: p~interpIus~neleodusa, net. Tri-State Blue Prini 696 Central Avenue, Dubuque, Iowa 52001, (563) 556-3030. Fax: (563) 556-1525. E-mail: tribIue~acninc.net. Web Site: www.techiowa.com. General Rental Inside D~cor Rental iOI Main Street, Dubuque, Iowa 52001, (563) 582-0202. Fax: (563) 585-2222. E-mail: idecor@dabuque.net. Web Site: www.dubuque365.com. Great Sounds Audio-Video 3349 Daykin Court, Dubuque, Iowa 52002, (563) 556,0135. Pratt Audio-Visual & Video Corp. 200 3rd Avenue SW, Cedar Rapids, Iowa 52404, 800-332-5414. Fax: (319) 363-2476. E.mail: merdman@prattav.com. Web Site: Premier Linen & Drycleaning, Inc. 461 West 9th Street, P.O. Box 656, Dubuque, Iowa 52004-0656, (563) 583-9153. Fax: (563) 556-7910. Web Site: premierlinen.com. Selco, Inc. 15 South Main Street, Dubuque, Iowa 52003, (563) 556-2434. Fax: (563) 556-2436. Spielman's Event Services 1380 Stoney Point Rood SW, Cedar Rapids, Iowa 52406, 800-260-5250. Fax: (319) 304-5207. E-mail: mark@spielmans.com. United Rentals 301 Iowa Street, Dubuque, Iowa 52001, (563) 557-8181. Fax: (563) 582-2108. Web Site: www.unitedrentals.com. Security Services ADT Security Services, Inc. 1516 6th Avenue, Rock Island, Illinois 61204-4684, 800-883-9664. E.mail: lhawklns~odt.com. Web Site: www.odt.com. Brosnahan & Associates LLC 801 Jackson Street, Dubuque, Iowa 52001, (563) 582-2615. Fax: (563) 584-1768. E.mail: wcbrosnahan@mcleodusa.net. Security Products of Dubuque 5065 Wolff Rood, P.O. Box 181, Dubuque, Iowa 52004-0181, (563) 5564422. Fax: (563) 556-4150. White Bear Services Company 1675 Amy Court, Dubuque, Iowa 52002, (563) 543-0953. Fax: (563) 583-0327. Web Site: www.whitebearservices.com. PAGE S Accommodations O0-wear-o inn whiOooZ or Zux o= ZoO ~ew q rolling hi~, y~'ll fi~ ~ny opa~ in the D~ area. Best W~ 3434 Dodge St., (563) 556-7760, 800-747-7760, D~ Inn ~.bes~tem.co~dubuquei~ Best Western 3100 Dodge St., (563) 557-8000, 149 I, W Midway Hotel 800-33-MIDWAY, www. Midwayhotels.com Comfortlnn-Dubuque 4055 McDonald Dr., (563) 556-3006, 52 I,W ' 800-221-2222 Country Inn & Suites 1315 Associates Dr., (563) 583-2500, 70 I, W 8004564000 Days Inn-Dub~ue 1111 Dodge St., (563) 583-3297, 800-772-3297 154 · O Fairfield Inn 3400 Dodge St., (563) 588-~349, 800-228-2800 56 I, W Grand Harbor Reso~ 350 Bell St., (563) 690-4000 194 I, W, and Water Park www.grandharborresor t.com WP Heartland Inn-South 2090 South Park Ct., (563) 556-6555, 58 800-334-3277 (ext. 13), www.heartlandlrma.com Heartland Inn-West 4025 McDonald Dr., (563) 582-3752, 84 I 800-334-3277 (ext. t2), www.heartlandim~s.com Holiday Inn- 450 Main St., (563) 556-2000, 800-HOLIDAY, 193 I, W Dubuque Five Flags www.holiday-inn.com/hote ls/dbqia/ Julien Inn 200 Main St., (563) 556-4200, 800-798-7098 150 Super 8 Mote/ 2730 Dodge St., (563) 582-8898, 800-800-8000, 61 www.superS.com Amerlclnn-West- 100 Peosta St., (563) 557-8878, 800-634-3444 48 · I, W Mound View lvn 1755 E. Hwy. 151, (608) 348-9518 32 W Park Inn-Platteviffe 300 Hwy. 15 I, (608) 348-230I, 73 I, W www.parkirmplatteville.com Aikn's V/ctorian Pines 11383 U.S. Route 20 W, (815) 777-2043, 73 I, W · · · · * Lodg/ng 866-VIPINES, www.victorianpineslodging.com Chesmut Mouramn 8700 W. Chestnut Rd., 120 I Resort (815) 777-1320, 800-397-1320, Country Inn & Su/res 11334 Oldenburg Ln., (815) 777-2400, 75 I, WP By Carlson www.countryirms.com The DeSoto 230 S. Main St., (815) 777-0090, 55 Home Hotel 800-343-6562, www.desotohouse.com Eagle Ridge Inn U.S. Route 20 at the Galena Territory, 430 I, O, W · & Resrm (815) 777-2444, 800-892-2269, www.eagleridge.com Stoney Creek Inn U.S. Route 20 W, (815) 777-2223, 76 I, W 800-659-2220, www.stoneycr eekinn.com Key.' I=Indoor Pool W=Whirlpool O=Outdoor Pool WP=Water Park * Cabins only. Best Inn 2670 Dodge Street, Dubuque, Iowa, (563) 55643880. Best Western Quiet House 9923 U.S. Route 20 W, Galena, Illinois, (815) 777-2577. Bridgeport Inn Highways 18 and 35 S, Prairie du Claea, Wisconsin, 800-234-6082. Canfield Hotel 36 We~t 4th Street, Dubuque, Iowa, (563) 556-433i. Countr~- Heights Motor Inn 1154 Badger Road, Haze[ Green, W/scorn/n, (608) 7484866. Glenview Motel I050 Rockdale Road, Dubuque, Iowa, (563) 556-2661. Mainstay Suites 1275 Associates Drive, Dubuque, Iowa, (563) 557-7829. Plaza Motel 203 South Maln Street, Dickeyvlge, Wisconsin, (608) 568-7562 or 800-5454061. Tower Motel & Laundromat 224 South Main, DickeyviIIe, Wisconsin, (608) 568-7996 or 800-996-7996. PAGE 6 Meeting Facility Layouts Meet on the Mississippi River (where Iowa, Wisconsin, and Illinois meet), and we'll meet your needs. Our facilities offer ali the high tech amenities ypu need, yet they reflect the charm of our Victorian town. ToM Number Meeting of Space Mee~ng (sq. ft.) Rooms Largest Largest Largest Number Searing Seating Seating of Capacity Capacity Capacity Lo~ng Page Tlmater-Style Bamluet-Style Classroom-Style Rooms Number Grand Harbor Resort and Waterpark 2,500 4 120 60 60 194 8 Missis~ippiRiverNarlonalEducmionandConj~erermeCenter 56,000 13' 1,200 1,000 600 -- 9 BestWesrern-Dubuquelnn 13,502 10' 500 400 200 155 12 BestWestern-MidwayHord 9,137 10' 380 360 185 151 13 Days Inn-Dub~lve 1,952 2 75 70 35 154 i2 Diamond Jo Cas/no 2,800 1 196 176 176 -- 15 Dubuque County Fairgrounds 35,200 2 1,000 1,500 1,500 -- 14 Dubuque Greyhound Park & Cas/no 4,745 2 400 300 160 -- 15 The Fannie Stout House 3,000 3 100* 60 60 -- 16 Five Flags Civic Center Arena 27,000 4' 4,000 1,700 1,000 -- 10 Five Flags Civic Center Theater 711' 1 711 -- -- -- 10 Four Mounds Inn B & B 1,141 3 -- 40 50 6* 14 Grand Opera House 644* 1 644 -- 20 -- 18 H/s tor/c Accommodations -- 5 30 50 20 38 16 Holiday lnn-Dubuque Five Flags 9,911 127 350 225 170 193 11 Julienlnn 14,659 10' 375 280 175 150 11 Miss Dubuque Cruises 145* 2 80 110 80 -- 17 SPIRIT of Dubuque Sightseeing and Dinner Cruises 2,200 2 150 275 150 -- 17 Allen's Vicrmian Pinex Lodg/ng 6,906 6* 450 350 265 73 18 ChesmmMoumalnResort 10,643 7* 200 200 150 128 i9 Eagle Ridge Inn & Resort 16,329 21 * 600 400 360 470 20 Longhollow Point Conference Center at Eagle Pddge 4,800 5 250 128 102 470 20 Stoney Creek Inn 1,542 2 80 72 42 76 19 Park Inn-P/auev//~ 5,775 3 600 400 200 73 21 Sinslnaum Mound 41,222 7* ' 750 300 750 130 21 Loras College 1450 Alta Vista Dubuque, Iowa 52001 (563) 588-7109 Fax: (563) 588-7964 E-mail: lbarton@loras.edu Web Site: www.loras.edu Contact: Lisa Barton Clarke College 1550 Clarke Drive Dubuque, Iowa 52001 (563) 588-6351 Fax: (563) 584-8680 E-maih conference@clarke.edu Web Site: www.clarke.edu Contact: Karen Adams University o/Dubuque 2000 University Avenue Dubuque, Iowa 52001 (563) 589-3868 Fax: (563) 589-3617 E.maih jmulcahe@dbq.edu Web Site: www.dbq.edu Contact: Connie Sweeney If you're looking for a meeting facility--and lodging isn't a major concern---consider meeting at a Dubuque-area college or university. You'll enjoy a collegiate atmosphere and access to the finest equipment and services. Northeast Iowa Corrtmunity College (downtown Dubuque and Peosta Campuses) 10250 Sundown Road Peosta, Iowa 52068 (563) 556-5110, Ext. 201 Fax: (563) 556-5058 E-mad: bernsk@nicc.cc.ia.us Web Site: www.nicc.cc.la.us Contact: Karla Berns PAGE 7 AT THE PORT OF DUBUQUE After years of planning and study, the Mississippi River is experiencing a renaissance at the "Port of Dubuclue" in Iowa. The amarSng, multifaceted America's River museum and entertainment complex will be the only place on the entire 2,400-mile stretch of the Mississippi that captures the historical, environmental, eductional, and reereatiovaI majesty of the river. 1 The National Mississippi River Museum and Aquarium and the National Rivers Hall of Fame and Conference Center 4 Grand Harbor Rezort and Waterpark 5 E~arrxmd ]o Casino 6 Spirk of Dubuque Sightseeing and Miss Dubuque Cruises 350 Bell Street Dubu/4ue, Iowa 52001 (563) 690-4000 E-mail: smoren~mcleodusa.net Web site: www.grandharborresort.com Platinum Hospitaliey, LLC: Sue Moran The Grand Harbor Resort and Waterpark will offer 194 rooms with dramatic views of the river, a full-service restaurant, entertainment services, and flexible conference space. Iowa's first indoor waterpark will feature hundreds of aquatic activities in a four-story, 25,000 square foot play area. Accommodations, Equipment, and Services · 31 spacious suites to include magrdficent views of either the city of Dubuque or the picturesque Mississippi River plus select luxurious whirlpool suites. · Every room includes a refrigerator, microwave, coffee maker, hair dryer, iron and ironing board. · Restaurant and lounge with 200 seats and additional seasonal patio seating overlooking the Mississippi River. · 25,000 square foot family fun indoor waterpark with exciting tube rides, thrilling waterslides, a variety of pools, hundreds of family-oriented aquatic activiities, and relaxation on the meandering, indoor lazy river. · Grab a snack in our waterpark cafe. · Large interactive arcade with games for all ages. · 2,500 square feet of flexible hotel conference space with special group rates available. Class U.Shape Theatre Banquet Board Conference Room A (875 sq. ft) 55 24 120 56 N/A Conference Room B (360 sq. ft.) 25 12 45 32 N/A Boardroom C (300 sq. ft.) N/A N/A N/A N/A 14 City View Conference Room 60 24 150 60 N/A (940 sq. ft.) · Indoor walkway to the 115,000 square foot Mississippi River Education and Conference Center (opening in 2004). · Walking distance to the National Mississippi River Museum and Aquarium, antiques shops, riveswalk, and riverboat casino. · Complimentary- parking. Bell S~r eet Dubuque, Iowa 52001 (563) 585-i 200 Sa/es Manager, Platinum Hospitality, LLC : Sue Moran, smoranOmcleodusa.net Director, Dubuque Convention and Visitors Bureau: Sue Czeshinski, sczeshimki@dubuquechamber.cora RegonaI Sa~es Manager, Dubuque Convention and Visitors Bureau: Jeni Ginter, jginter~dubuquecharaber.com Local Sales Manager, Dubuque Convention and Visitors Bureau: Sarah Murphy, smurphy@dubuquechamber.cora 'i~xe Mississippi River National Education and Conference Center, scheduled for completion in 2004, will be a 115,000 square foot facility featuring classrooms, assembly areas, exhibit spaces, and distance learning capabilities for regional and national education and forums. T~ne Exhibit Hall accommo- dates 150 10' x 10' booths. EXHIBIT LEVEL Class Banquet Thew:er Balkoom Combin~ 600 1,000 1,200 Ballroom A 192 260 375 Ballroom B I92 260 375 Ballroom C 90 130 170 Ballroom C and D 170 240 320 Ballroom D 75 100 140 Meeting Room A I00 112 200 Meeting Room B I00 112 200 Meeting Room C 100 112 200 Meeting Room D 100 112 200 Meeting Room E 100 112 200 Meeting Room F 100 112 200 Meeting Rooms A, B, and C 300 320 600 Meeting Rooms A and B 200 205 400 Meeting Rooms D, E, and F 300 320 600 Meeting Rooms D and E 200 205 400 Exhibit Hall N/A 1,875 3,750 River Room 106 142 t94 MAIN LEVEL Designed by HOK Venue, one of the world's leading conference and convention center architectual design firms. PAGE 9 4th and Main Streets Dubpque, Iowa 52001 (563) 589-4254 Fax: (563) 589-4351 Manager: Paula Jo Wolfe The Theater An elegant location for cultural or business gatherings of any type. · Capacity, 711: main floor, 322; mezzanine box seats, 38; balcony, 357. · Proscenium opening: 32' x 28.5', from curtain line to rear wail, with 10' apron and movable stage extension. · Stage rigging system with 21 overhead battens and cyclomma. · Enhanced sound, paging, and cuing systems. · Lighting system complete with computerized control board. · Overhead acoustical baffles. · Scene shop opens directly on stage. · Dressing rooms below stage; access through stairs on sides of stage. · Excellent acoustics and unobstructed view throughout auditorium. · Convenient loading access. · Generous space for rehearsals, receptions, and storage. / N='lltl: I":'q LEVEL TWO The Arena · Large seating capacity for special events: ~Basketball game 4,368 --Hockey game 2,458 Rock concert 5,200 · More than 27,000 sq. ft. open to an altitude of 35' from floor to grid. · Full overhead catwalk system. · Entire arena fire-proofed with sprinkler system. · Power drops for any spot on the exhibition floor. · Drive-in loading for any space. · High-load bearing capacity allows display of industrial equipment without restriction over entire floor. · Sound-proof holding wall divides arena into two function spaces: ice rink and a 5,000 sq. ft. ballroom with balcony. · Fully equipped 185' x 85' ice sheet. Regulation basketball floor. 100' candles of light delivered to the arena floor. Six private dressing rooms adjacent to the arena floor. Superb sound reinforcement for stage, sport, or P.A. Complete cuing and intercom system. Underground walkway to the Holiday Inn. Oleos Bm~lUet Theater Reception West Arena (93' x 193') 700 800 3,000 2,000 Ballroom (47' x 112') 275 300 400 350 Arena/Ballroom Combined 1,000 1,700 4,000 4,000 Ballroom Balcony 60 45 175 80 Bijou Room (25' x 81') 96 48 125 135 Majestic Room (30' x 41') 49 49 49 49 Orpheum Room (24' x 57') 72 48 85 50 Theater N/A N/A 7tl N/A PACE 10 450 Main Street Dubuque, Iowa 52001 (563) 556-2000 Fax: (563) 556-2303 Affiliations: Iowa Group Travel Associat/on, National Tour Association, American Bus Association, Eastern Iowa Tourism Association, Iowa Society of Associat/on Executives Sa/es Manager: Paula A. Lange Accommodations, Equipment, and Services On-site Facilities · Indoor pool · Whirlpool · Boardroom (seating for 12) Grand Ballroom (75' x 41') 170 · 193 guest rooms t PA system/voice mail · Microphones · Chalkboard with chalk · Easels · Flip charts with markers and paper · Tablets and pencils · Staging · Dance floor · Computer jacks · Table skirting · Screens · Video equipment · Overhead projector · Handicapped accessible · Cable television · Marker boards · Podiums (table top and floor) · Extension cords · Name tags · Tape/staplers/hole punchers · Marquee boards · Projection equipment · Sound equipment · CordleSS phones · Executive business floor · Business center j,S, DELUXE Banquet Theater Reception 225 350 500 Clarion Room (25' x 41') 50 50 100 60 Dubuque Room (25' x 41') 50 50 100 60 iowa Room (25' x 41') 50 50 100 60 Blue Moon Room (73' x 40') I70 225 350 500 Goodtime Room (24' x 220 25 40 50 40 Capitol Room (24' x 22') 25 40 50 40 Ben Bolt Room (24' x 22~) 25 40 50 40 Betsy Ann Room (27' x 12') N/A 10 20 N/A J.S. Deluxe (34' x 34~): 30 50 45 50 I I I ' 200 Main Street Dubuque, Iowa 52001 (563) 556-4200 Fax: (563) 582-5023 Assistant Genera/Manager: Andrea Erickson Sales Manager: Amy Herber Accommodations, Equipment, and Services · 145 guest rooms · Registration assistance · Microphones · Spouse programs and tours · Podiums · Courtesy airport transportation · Projection screens · Television, VCR · Message center service · Overhead projectors I1[1~ Class B~r~u~t Theater Rece#tion Porum Ballroom (46' x 77') 175 280 375 280 Apollo (17' x 48') 40 30 60 30 Minerva (15' x 48') 40 30 60 30 Mercury (15' x 48~) 40 30 60 30 Diane (16' x 48~) 40 30 60 30 Athena (17' x 30') 40 30 60 30 Flora (1T x 49') 40 50 75 50 Fleur de Lis (48' x 45') 50 150 i013 150 Crown Gallery (33' x 79') 60 150 i00 150 Alte Glocke Restaurant N/A N/A N/A 250 Danube (20' x 17') 10 16 25 16 Rhine (20' x 14') 10 I2 20 I2 Mosel (20' x 12') 10 12 20 12 Old Town Rooms (17' x 60') 40 50 100 50 Stein Room (15' x 24') N/A 14 N/A 14 On-site Facilities · Live entertainment · Cable television · Restaurant · Lounge FIRST FLOOR PAGE 3434 Dodge Street Dubuque, Iowa 52003 (563) 556-7760 or 800.747.7760 Fax: (563) 556-4003 E-maib vanduyj@bestwestern.com Web Site: www.travelweb.com/thisco/bw/16078/16078_b.htmI Afl/I/at/om: Iowa Group Travel Association, Nat~anal Tour Association, American Bus Assoc/at/on, Eastern Iowa Tourism Association, Iowa Society of Associat/on Executives CEO: John Van Duyn Bancluet and Catering Manager: Beth Hilken Sa/es Manager: Lisa Dougherty, 800-747-7760 Class Banquet Theater Reception Sundown (24' x 25') 25 32 40 50 Cable Car (24' x 25') 25 32 40 50 lulien (26' x 50') 40 60 100 I00 Shot Tower (20' x 50') 40 60 90 iiX) Town Clock (20' x 50') 40 60 90 100 Sundown/Cable Car 50 72 90 100 All rooms open (90' x 50') 200 400 500 600 Brass Ring Lounge (71' x 82') 100 280 350 400 Poolside N/A 125 I00 150 Suite 207 (24' x 18') I0 N/A 30 35 Suite 211 (24' x 18') 10 N/A 30 35 Suite 230 (22' x 24~) 10 N/A 30 35 Suite 330 (22' x 24') 10 N/A 30 35 Accommodations, Equipment, and Services 155 guest rooms Microphones Podiums Screen Chalkboard Hip chart Executive board rooms Wheelchair Projector table · Registration assistance · Spouse programs · Television, VCR · Overhead projectors · Slide projectors · TDDY · Handicap accessories · Large video screen and monitors for video presentations On-site Facilities · Two restaurants · Sauna · Night club · Jacuzzi · Indoor pool · Cable television · Game room 1111 Dodge Street Dubuque, Iowa 52003 (563) 583-3297 or 800-772-3297 Fax: (563) 583-5900 E-maib bjdbqinn@dubustue.net Afl/I/at/ons: Iowa Group Travel Association, National Tour Assoc/at/on, Arnencaa Bus Association, Eastern Iowa Tourism Associat/on, Iowa Society of Assoc/at/on Execusives General Manager: Joan Seitz Sa/es Manager: B.J. Spranger On-site Facilities · Lounge · Cable television, movies · Satellite Cinema · Restaurant and bar Cobblestone Room (26' x 48') Room 228 (22r x 32') · Outdoor pool · Outdoor courtyard Class Banquet Theater Recept/on 35 70 75 75 3O N/A 50 N/A Accommodations, Equipment, and Services · 154 rooms · Television, VCR · PA system · Blackboards · Easels · Podiums · Movie screen · Flip chart · Microphones · Courtesy transportation · Registration assistance · Spouse program · Overhead projectors · Slide projectors · Projector table · Complimentary deluxe continental breakfast · Free local calls PAGE I2 31 O0 Dodge Street Dubuque, Iowa 52003-5204 (563) 557-8000 or 800-336-4392 Fax: (563) 557-7692 Web Site: www.midwayhotel$.com General Manager: Daniel Goab Sales Manager: Linda Hoefer Sa/es Manager: Randy Hendr/cks Banquet aM Catering Manager: Trish Konzen Accommodations, Equipment, and Services · 151 guest rooms · Microphones · Podiums · PA system · Screens · Chalkboards · Flipcharts with markers · Overhead projectors · Slide projector · Easels · Marker board · Data ports · 42" screen television, VCR · In-room television, VCR, coffee maker · Free in-coming fax and local calls, limited photocopying · Advance registration · Courtesy transportation to airport and various attraarions CONFERENCE '"'2' [cunw c~s~s i.-. F]f ~©r On-site Facilities · Recreation area · Indoor pool · Whirlpool I II River (31' x 39~) Julien (24' x 393 Dubuque (26' x 44') Combination (BP x 379 Symposium (34' x 40') 126/27 (19' x 40') 257/9 (19' x 40') Conference Suites (18 Executive Class (30~ x 24') Westview (27' x 34') Patio/Deck (26' x 28~) Pootside Game room Restaurant Lounge Exercise room Class Banquet Theater Reception 60 80 100 100 45 75 75 100 65 100 125 IIX) 185 360 380 300 103 N/A 103 N/A 30 30 60 80 30 30 60 80 I5 15 30 30 20 N/A N/A 3O 50 65 75 100 N/A 45 N/A 5O N/A 200 N/A 200 299 Ma/n Street Dubuclue, Iowa 52001 (563) 583-6212 Fax: (563) 557-3159 E.maih mmmy@brickmwndubuque.com Web Site: avaiIabLs late 2002 CEO: Sco~t A. Neuwoehner Banquet Manger: Tararay Rhomberg The new Bricktown Reception and Banquet facility, located in the historically renovated Cooper Wagon Works building, sits in the heart of the Historic Main District at the entrance to America's River. Bricktown features Black Water Grill, a 220 brew pub restaurant~ The Stone Wall lounge, The Underground night club, the on-site Bricktown Brewery, as well as the 4,500 square foot reception and banquet facility on the second floor. The banquet facility, decorated in the stTle of yesteryear, features brick and stone construction throughout, columns, refreshment bar, and 24 tall arched windows with an incredible panoramic view. The facility also has a dance floor and stage. Food is catered by Chef John Hemmer from Black Water Grill. Equipment and Services · PA system · DJ service · Handicapped accessible On-site Facilities · Night club · Cigar lounge · Restaurant · Store · Brewery · Televisions · Fax · Projection screens · Copier · VCRs · Convenient downtown location within walking distance to Holiday Inn, Julien Inn, Five Flags Theater and Civic Center, Diamond Jo Casino, Grand Harbor Resort ard Waterpark, and 400-space parking romp. 14583 Old Highway Road Dubuque, Iowa 52001 (563) 588-I406 Fax: (563) 588-1162 E.mail: slundgren@dbqfccir.com Web site: www.dbq.fair.com General Manager: Shannon Lundgren A beautiful setting, permanent buildings, and versatile facilities allow the Fairgrounds to offer event planners ideal flexibility. All facilities can be set up to your desired requirements and minimal restrictions apply when renting space from the Dubuque County Fairgrounds. Special Features · 96 acres of available outdoor space · Covered grandstand · Handicapped seating in grandstand · On-site food and beverage services Class Banquet Theater Reception 4-H Community Center 500 500 500 500 Grand l~llroom 1,500 1,500 1,000 1,000 Grandstand N/A N/A 4,000 N/A Grandstand East N/A N/A 2,500 N/A Grandstand West N/A N/A 2,000 N/A Festival Grounds N/A 1,500 N/A 1,500 On-site Facilities Grand Ballroom (17,600 sq. fr.) · Wood floor · Heat and air conditioning · Kitchen facilities · Walk-in cooler · Stage and sound system 4-H Commun/ty Center (17,600 sq. ft.) · Heat and air-conditioning · Kitchen facilities · Walk-in cooler · Stage and sound system · Creative Arts Cenmr (4,000 sq. ft.) · Beer garden and festival grounds (20,000 sq. fr.) · 3&-mile dirt track · Covered grandstand · Livestock barns and show barn (46,196 total sq. ft.) · Hard-surfaced parking lot with electrical outlets for campers 4900 Peru Rood Dubuque, Iowa 52001 (563) 556-1908 Fax: (563) 557-3159 E-mail: frnounds@rncleoduea.net Web Site: www.fourmounds.com Manager of Inn and Conference Center: Marie FitzGerald Sitting atop a picturesque stretch of bluffline overlooking the Mississippi River, the Four Mounds Conference Center provides a distinctive setting for meetings and gatherings. Built in 1908 by Chicago architect Lawrence Buck, this mission style home was completely restored in 1993. With 64 wooded acres, Four Mounds offers seclusion and tranquility; a perfect place for your strategic planning or staff development meeting. Accommodations, Equipment, and Services · Program assistance · Projection screens · Catering · Television,VCR · Flip charts · Lodging · Overhead projector · Easels · Fax · Slide projector · Ropes course · E-mail On-site Facilities · Quiet, intimate setting · Craftsman-style furnishings · 64 wooded acres · B & B-style accommodations · River overlooks · Hiking trails · Outdoor pavilion · 25-element ropes course Class Boauluet Theater RecepZlon Conference Center 50 40 N/A N/A 3rd Street Ice Harbor P.O. Box 1750 Dubw4ue, Iowa 52004-i 750 (563) 690-2113 or 800-582-5956 Fax: (563) 690-2010 Web Site: wuwo.diamondjo.com Affiliations: Iowa Group Travel Association, National Tour Association, Amer/can Bus Aesodatiou, Iowa Soc/eey of Ass0c/ation Executives Sales Manager: Lori Bahl Equipment and Services · PA system Television, VCR Easel Fax Name tags Valet/self parking Full dining Handicapped accessible Elevators/escalators Marquee board Podiums Coat check SECOND FLOOR On-site Facilities Portside Facility · Diamond Jo Lighthouse Grill · HighSteaks Restaurant: seats I75 for private functions · Gift shop · Dockside casino gaming Harbor View Room Class Banquet Theater Reception 176 176 i96 300 1855 Greyhound Park Drive P.O. Box3190 Dubuque, Iowa 52001 (563) 582-3647 or 800-373-3647 Fax: (563) 582-9074 Web site: www.dgloc.com Contact: T~sha Johnson E.mail: trishaj@dgpc.com Equipment and Services · Five 36" television monitors · Two 27" television monitors · Two 1T diagonal fixed-frame screens · Two remote-controlled LCD multimedia projectors · Microphones · DMX system · Podiums · Marquee board On-site Facilities · Dance floor (15' x 15') · Full dining services in Winners Restaurant Special Features · 600 slot machines · Live greyhound racing May-October ParkView West (46' x 65') ParkView East (27' x 65') ParkView Room (73' x 6Y) · Simulcast greyhound racing year-round · Gift shop Cktss Banquet Theater Recep~on 140 200 240 360 60 100 135 168 160 300 400 528 · Overhead projector · Easels and flip charts with markers VCR PA system Staging Convenient loading access Free valet parking Free seasonal coat check Handicapped accessible J 1145 Locust S~'eet Dubuque, Iowa 52001 (563) 582-2218 Fax: (563) 582-2218 E-mail: fanniestout@ool.com Affiliations: Dubuque Chamber of Commerce, National Association of FeraoJe Executives, American Association of University Women, Who's Who of Business Worldwide Owners: Greg and Peggy Stover Built by lumber baron Henry Stout for his daughter Fannie, The Fannie Stout House is an eclectic Victorian house. The outside dome features over 50 rose-colored glass jewels and the trim band around the house exhibits sculpted cherubs, doves, and lion heads. Inside are a three-story stained glass window, onyx and marble fireplaces, exquisite woodwork, beautiful antiques, and oil paintings. It is an elegant place to host your next event-- where a professional and courteous staff will pamper you. Equipment and Services · Podium with microphones · Overhead projector · Copy machine · VCR & DVD · Stereo · CD and cassette players · Fax machine · Projection screens · Camgory five data access · PC with Intemet access · Easel and flip charts · Slide projector · Dry board · Television sets On-site Facilities · Private chef · Commercial kitchen · Customized food menus · Full bar services · Professional event planner, free consultations · Private parking · Off-street parking Special Features · Se habla espafioI · Convenient downtown access · Private veranda and porches · Fireplace in each meeting room · Largest Victorian private dining room in Eastern Iowa · Victorian-attired staff · Live entertainment available · Gift shop · Private tour and history of House included · For large events with over 100 guests, we have an exclusive arrangement with the neighboring Masonic Temple. Private dining facility with 400-guest capacity, dance floor, and stage are available at their location. Formal Dining Room (16' x 36') 60 Library/Music Room (i4' x 28') 20 Parlor/Board Room (i4' x 12') 8-10 Total First Floor Meeting Space: 3,000 sq. fr. 100 Downtown Dubuque Contact Person: Innkeeper at any of the following into Phone Bed Chambers The Hancock House B & B (563) 557-8989 9 E-raaiI: chuck@aol.com The Mandolin Inn (563) 556-0069 8 E-mail: innkeeperOmandolininn.com The Redstone Inn & Suites (563) 582-1894 15 The Richards House B & B (563) 557-1492 6 Web Site: www.the-richards-hcrase.com Total Guest Rooms 38 Because work environment is directly related to productivity, Dubuque's Historic Accommodations are the perfect places to hold retreats, small conferences, and seminars. We can tailor your meeting needs in our private, peaceful inns.* Accommodations, Equipment, and Services Conveniently located in Dubuque's downtown historic districts, these historic inns have 38 luxurious, antiques-filled bed chambers combined. Gracious parlors are available for meetings; delicious meals can be served in magnificent dining rooms. · Full breakfast (included in room rates) · Itinerary planning assistance · Meeting rooms with breakout rooms available · Catering arrangements The Hancock House B & B The Mandolin inn The Re&tone Inn & Suites The Richards House B & B · Guided tours of each establishment · Transportation assistance · All major credit cards accepted rT ;., ,r ,, Class Banquet Theater Reception 18 18 N/A 18 16 30 30 75 20 25 N/A 25 20 50 N/A 100 PAGE I6 3rd Street Ice Harbor P.O. Box 1276 Dubuque, Iowa 52004-1276 (563) 583-8093 or 800-747-8093 Fax: (563) 585-0634 E-mail: mail@spi*itofdubuclue.com Web Site: www.missdbq.com Sa/es Manager: Nancy Webster Equipment and Services · PA system · Microphone · Handicapped accessible: lower deck On-site Facilities · Full-service bar lower deck · Food service available on both decks Special Features · Private charters · Admiral's Cabin on upper deck · Cruises on the Mississippi River Class Banquet Theater RecOtion Upper Deck 30 30 30 45 Lower Deck 80 80 80 100 · Large viewing windows on both decks · Convenient parking · Murder mystery cruises · Captain's narration of the river · Fireworks cruise SECOND DECK ARRANGEMENT MAIN DECK ARRANGEMENT 3rd Street Ice Harbor P.O. Box 1276 Dubuque, Iowa 52004-1276 (563) 583-8093 or 800-747-8093 Fax: (563) 585-0634 E-mail: mai[@spiritofdubuque.com Web Site: www.spiritofdubuque.corn Sales Manager: Nancy Webster Equipment and Services · PA system · Microphone · Handicapped accessible: gangway and lower deck On-site Facilities · Full bars on both decks · Dance floor in dining area · Food service available on both decks Class Barutuet Theater Recep~on Upper Deck 150 150 150 150 Lower Deck 100 125 100 125 LOWERDECK Special Features · Gift shop · Cruises on the Mississippi River · Captain's narration of the river · Large viewing windows on lower deck · Covered open-air deck · Convenient parking · Live entertainment UPPER DECK PAGE 17 135 8th Street P.O. Box 632 Dubuque, Iowa 52001 (563) 588-4356 Fax: (563) 588-3497 Web site: www. thegrandoperahouse.com Theatre Manager: Rich Hail Development Director: Chr/s Chapin-Tilton Office Manager: Sher/glchh0rn Box Office Manager: C0//een HeIgerson Built in 1889, the Grand Opera House has long played a starting role in Dubuque's rich theatrical history-. The Grand, home of the Barn Community Theater, offers a modern facility, expert and friendly service, and superb live entertainment. C/ass Banquet Theater Reception Theater N/A N/A 644 N/A Lobby 10-20 N/A N/A 50-75 · Convenient parking · Year-round climate control · Excellent acoustics · Handicapped accessible · Concessions · Seating capacity of 646: main floor, 415; balcony, 231 · Proscenium: 24' · Stage: 34' x 20' · Each wing: 10' · Apron: 5' · Rehearsal hall STAGE STORAGE MAIN FLOOR BALCONY LEVEL FOURTH FLOOR 11383 U.S. Route 20 West Galena, Illinois 6~036 Class Banquet Theater U.Shape Hollow Sq. Board (815) 777-2043 crc 866-847-4637 Grand Victorian (40' x 104') 265 350 450 100 115 N/A Fax: (815) 777-2625 Ballroom East (40' x 62') 159 150 270 60 69 N/A E-mail: vipines@gaienalink.net Ballroom West (40' x 42') 106 130 180 40 46 N/A Breakfast Room (35' x 28') 50 70 60 30 38 N/A Web site: www.VictorianPiuesLod~ng.com 2 Hospitality Suites (23' x 17') N/A 30 30 N/A N/A 15 General Manager: Barb Hocker Grand Parlor N/A 48 60 N/A N/A 16 Ass/stant General Manager: Anue~ Rife Drawing Room N/A 16 20 N/A N/A 16 Deck (Great for outdoor receptions and banquets for 60 people.) Sales and Event Director: Jackie Richardson Victorian Pines Lodging is located 15 minutes east of the riverfront in Dubuque and 2 miles west of historic downtown Galena, Illinois. It offers a 73-room inn, 2 historic guest homes, and log cabin guest houses. Also featured are a full- service spa and salon, aquatic center with a 67-foot indoor pool, whirlpool, sauna, fimess center, and meeting and banquet space for groups up to 350. Packages are also available. PAGE 18 8700 West Chestnut Road Ga/ena, I///na/s 6~036 (815) 777-1320 or 800-397-1320 Fax: (815) 777-1068 E-mail: info~chesmutmtn.com Web site: www.chestnutmtn.com Genero~ Managers: Erin Murphy, Michael Murphy Sa/es Managers: Joan Jobgen, Stewart Stoffregen Accommodations, Equipment, and Services · 128 guest rooms · Flip charts · Chalkboard · Slide projector · Projection screen · PA system · Microphone · Podium · Registration assistance · Television, VCR On-site Facilities · Ski area · Sauna · Miniature golf · Alpine slide · Jacuzzi · Mounta~ bike trails · Ski rental · Gift shop · Volleyball · Indoor pool · Live entertainment · Chair lift rides Courtside (43' x 29') 75 75 200 N/A Riverside (46~ x 29') 75 75 200 300 Alpine (48' x 60') N/A 200 N/A N/A Stelnhaus (30! x 48') 80 75 90 N/A MISS{SSIPPI VISTA RCOM I I MNR Lfil/EL I LOWER LEVEL MiS$1S$1PPiI CAPTAIN ROOM UPPER LEVEL 940 Gakona Square Drive Ga/era, Illinois 6~036 (815) 777-2223 Reservations: 800-659-2220 Fax: (815) 777-6772 E-ma/I: galenares@sto~yereekinn.com Web Site: www.stormycreekinn.com General Manager: Steve Noto Sa/es and Guest Serv/ces Manager: Tammy Winter Our unique Norrhwoods lodge d~cor, atmosphere, professional service, and incredible value create a truly enjoyable lodging experience. Accommodations, Equipment, and Services · 76 guest rooms · Overhead projector · Flip charts · Podium · Projection screen ° Television/VCR On-site Facilities · Indoor pool · No~hwoods Frequent Traveler Program · Dry sauna · Complimentary continental breakfast · Whirlpool · 24-hour fresh coffee · Gift shop · Data ports in each room · Video game room · 10 theme suites · Cable tellvision · Fireplace, whirlpool, and bunk bed · In-room movies rooms available · Exercise room Hearth Room (24' x 2Y) Northwoods Room (3Y x 30') Ck~s Theater Banquet 18 40 32 42 80 72 MAIN L~VEL 1 NOR3~IWOOD$ ROOM PAGE I9 U.S. Route 20 Oalena, Illinois 61036 (815) 777-2444 or 800-998-6338 Fax: (815) 777-0445 E-mail: mczeshinski@eagIeridge.com Web Site: www.eagleridge.com Affl!iations: Iowa Sodety of Association Executives, Wisconsin Society of Association Executives, Meeting Professionals International General Manager: Mike Scholz Director of Group Sales: Mark Czeshinski Accowwnodations, Equipment, and Services · 80 guest rooms · Podium · 350 resort villas · Portable stage · Overhead projector · Spotlights · High intensity * PA system overhead · Microphones · Slide projector · Lectern · Remote control · Whiteboard cords · Name tags · Flipchart · Laser pointer · Pads and pencils · Lobby bulletin board · Tripod screen · Television, VCR · Cassette/ · Easel CD player LOWER LEVEL MAIN LEVEL On-Site Facilities · Cross-country ski trails · Ski shop · Ice skating rink · Sleds · Indoor pool · Volleyball Restaurants · Kids' programs Live entertainment · Boating Hay rides · Fishing Horseback rides · Hiking trails Sleigh rides · Biking Golf courses~ · Fitness center 63 holes · Fitness course · Tennis · Golf Academy Class Banquet Theater Reception Ballroom (57' x 31') 100 120 150 250 2 combo (57' x 62') 240 250 350 500 i, II, III (57' x 93~) 360 400 600 750 Meeting room (30' x 2T) 32 40 56 60 2 combo (30' x 44') 84 90 120 120 3 combo (30' x 66') 132 I40 210 180 4 combo (30' x 88') 180 200 294 240 5 combo (30' x 1 I0') 228 250 378 400 Boardroom (24' x 16') 16 24 30 35 Wood[ands (21' x 16') N/A 24 30 30 2 combo (21' x 32') N/A 48 60 60 3 combo (2P x 48') N/A 72 90 90 Patio (40' x 60') N/A 150 200 200 U.S. Route 20 Galena, Illinois 6~036 (815) 777-2444 Note: Contacts are the same as Eagle Ridge Inn & Resort. NORTH WING Clozs Bamluet Theater Recept/on Tanberline Room A (27' x 45') 54 64 135 100 Timberline Rcom B (25' x 27') 33 40 75 50 Timberline Rooms A & B 84 104 200 175 (27' x 72') Maple Room (21' x 15') N/A 16 35 N/A Cedar Room (21' x I3') N/A 16 28 N/A bonghollow Pmom (27' x 84') 102 128 250 200 300 Highway 151 P/attev///e, Wisconsin 53818 (608) 348-2301 Fax: (608) 348-8579 E.mail: salesOparkinnpla~ville.cora Web site: www.parklnnplatteville.com General Manager: Don Reich Sa/es Manager: Kelly Richmond Located just three blocks from the University of Wisconsin- Platteville, the Park Inn is a great location for gatherings with a large ballroom that can be broken down into three separate meeting rooms. Accommodations, Equipment, 73 guest rooms PA system Projection equipment Slide projectors Chalkboard Easels and flip charts White board Podiums Extension cords On-site Facilities Lounge Patio deck Indoor pool Whirlpool I II The Ballroom (5,775 sq. ft.) James Dory Room (1,500 sq. ft.) Pool Area N/A and Services · Dam ports · Copy machine · Fax machine · Table shirting · Screens · Video equipment · Cable television · Laser pointer · Cassette and CD players · Cable television · Jacuzzi suite · Handicapped accessible C/ass Bamiuet Theatm- Recelbtlon 200 400 600 400 50 i00 120 100 50 i00 120 100 200 300 200 20 N/A 20 · LCD projection panel · Overhead projector · Name tags and business supplies Marquee boards Handicapped accessible Portable stage/bar area Dance floor Catering services Full dining 585 Coumy Road Z Siminawa, Wisconsin 53824-9700 (6O8) 748-4411 Fax: (608) 748-449i Web Site: www. sinsinawa, ors Contact: Sheila Helm Accommodations, Equipment, and Services · 90 single rooms · Podium · Pads and pencils · Overhead projector · PA system · Lobby bulletin · Slide projector · Microphones board · Rear-view · Fax · Name tags projection screen · Lectern · Television, VCR · Standard screens · Blackboard · Registration · Remote control · Easel assistance cords · Flipcharts · Full dining AUD~ORIUM On-site Facilities · Gymnasium · Golf course nearby · Hiking and nature trails · Volleyball · Chapel and organ HERITAGE Class Banquet Theater Reception Easrview 125 100 100 150 Westview 150 I00 100 150 Heritage 200+ I00 300 300 Auditorium 750 N/A 750 N/A Breakout Rooms 20-100 N/A 30-120 20-120 Dining Rooms N/A 300 N/A 300 Chapel 750 N/A 750 N/A Southview 40 30 40 30 FIRST FLOOR SECOND FLOOR PAGE 21 Sample Itineraries The Dubuque area has much to offer your group. These are just suggestions--tours can be customized to meet your needs. For more information (t/roes, prices, meal options, etc.) please contact the attractions directly. Telephone numbers are listed in the Dubuque Area Visitor's Guide. Half Day Itinerary Shopping at Cable Car Square/ Fenelon Place Elevator .......................... 1:00-2:00 p.m. St. Luke's United Methodist Church ....... 2:00-2:30 p.m. Architectural/Historical tour with step-on guide .......................................... 2:30-3:00 p.m. Ham House Museum ................................ 3:00.4:30 p.m. Dubuque Museum of Art .......................... 4:30-5:15 p.m. Total length of tour: 4.25 hours Full Day Itinerary* Dubuque Arboretum and Botanical Gardens ................................. 9:00-10:00 a.m. Eagle Point Park ....................................... 10:15-10:30 a.m. Iowa Welcome Center ............................. 10:30-10:45 a.m. SPIRIT of Dubuque lunch and cruise ........ I1:00 a.m.-l:00 p.m. Ham House Museum ................................ 1:30-2:00 p.m. St. Luke's United Methodist Church ....... 2:00-2:30 p.m. Mississippi River Museum ........................ 2:45-4:I5 p.m. Dinner Diamond Jo Lighthouse OriI1..... 4:30-5:30 p.m. Diamond Jo Casino .................................... 6:00-9:00 p.m. Total length of tour: 12 hours Full Day Itinerary Wagering Delight Diamond Jo Casino .................................... Noon-3:30 p.m. Shopping at Cable Car Square/Fenelon Place Elevator ........................................ 3:30-5:00 p.m. Dubuque Greyhound Park & Casino"*...... 6:004:00 p.m. Total length of tour: 8 hours Full Day Itinerary Iowa Countryside Experience National Farm Toy Museum tour ............. 9:00-10:15 a.m. Fie/d of Dreams movie site ......................... 10:30-11:15 a.m. Breitbach's Country Dining ..................... Noon-l:30 p.m. Czipar's Apple Orchard ............................ 2:15-3:30 p.m. Total length of tour: 6.5 hours Full Day Itinerary Fall Foliage Iowa Great River Road ........................... 9:30-11:00 a.m. Lunch--Breitbach's Country Dining ..... 11:00 a.m.-12:30 p.m. or Tollbridge Inn ........................................ 11:00 a.m.-12:30 p.m. Czipar's Apple Orchard .......................... 1:15-3:00 p.m. Iowa Welcome Center ........................... 3:15-3:45 p.m. SPIRIT of Dubuque sightseeing cruise .... 4:00-5:30 p.m. Total length of tour: 8 hours Two Day Itinerary Day 1 Victorian House Tour and Progressive Dinner ............................... 3:00-7:45 p.m. Live theater at the Grand Opera House 8:00-10:00 p.m. Day 2 Continental breakfast on veranda at Ham House Museum and tour ............. 9:00-10:30 a.m. Eagle Point Park ..................................... 10:30-10:45 a.m. Dubuque Arboretum and Botanical Gardens ............................... 10:45-11:45 a.m. Lunch and shopping--on own ............... Noon-l:30 p.m. SPIRIT of Dubuque sightseeing cruise .... 2:00-3:30 p.m. Three Day Winter Wonderland Tour Day 1 Shopping at Cable Car Square ................. 1:00-3:00 p.m. Victorian House Tour and Progressive Dinner ................................. 5:00-9:30 p.m. View Festival of Lights ............................. 9:30-10:00 p.m. Day 2 Cross-country skiing on Heritage Trail .... 10:00 a.m.-Noon Lunch~Sundown Mountain Ski Area .... Noon-l:00 p.m. Downhill skiing at Sundown Mountain... 1:00.4:00 p.m. Dinner---on own ...................................... 4:15 p.m. Diamond Jo Casino .................................... 7:00-9:30 p.m. Day 3 Architectural/Historical tour with step-on guide .................................. 9:00-10:00 a.m. Mazzuchelli Museum (Sinsinawa Mound) ............................... 10:15-11:45 a.m. Lunch at Sinsinawa Mound ..................... Noon Evening options: Dubuque Greyhound Park & Casino, Grand Opera House, Victorian House Tour and Progressive Dinner, D/amoad Jo Casino, or SPIRIT ~* Meal options: Please ca[l the attraction for mom information. PAGE 22 City Maps Attractions 1 America'sRiverComplex (map 2) 2 Bluff Street Dolliseum (m~p 1) 3 Cable Car Square (map 1) 4 Celebration River Cruises 5 Chestnut Mountain Resort 6 Crystal Lake Cave (map 2) 7 DiarnondJo Casino (map 1) 8 Discover Dubuque! City Tour by Murphy (map 1 ) 9 Dubuque Arboretum and Botanical Gardens (map 2) 10 Dubuque County Courthouse (map 1) 11 Dubuque Greyhound Park & Casino (map 2) 12 Dubuque Mmeum of Art 13 Dubuqueland Tours and 14 Eagle Point Park (map 2) 15 E.B. Lyorm Interpretive 16 Farmer's Market (map 1) 17 Fenelon Place Elevator 18 Fiek{ of Dreams Movie Site 19 Five FlagsTheater/Arena Meeting Facilities A Allen' s Victorian Pines Lodging (map 2) B Best Western-Dubuque Irm (map 2) C Best Western-Midway Hotel (map 2) D Bricktown Reception and Banquet (rap 1 ) E Chestnut Mountain Resort (map 2) F Days Inn-Dubuque (map 2) O Diamond Jo Casino (map I) H Dubuque County Fairgrounds (rap 2) 1 Dubuque Greyhound Park & Casino (map 2) J Eagle Ridge Ima & Resort (map 2) K The Fannie Stout House (map 1 ) L Five Flags Civic Center (map ll M Four Mound~ Irm B & B (map 2) N Grand Harbor Resort and Waterpark (map 1) O Grand Opera House (map 1) 20 General Zebulon Pike Lock & Dam (No. I I) (map 2) 21 Grand Opera House (map 1) 22 Iowa Welcome Center (map 1) 23 Julien Dubuque Monument (map 2) 24 Mathias Ham House Historic Sire (map 2) 25 M/ss Dub~/ue Crulses (map I ) 26 Mines of Spain Recreation Area (map 2) 27 Mississippi River Museum (map 1 ) 28 National Farm Toy Museum (map 2) 29 Shot Tower (maps 1 m~d 2) 30 SPIRIT of Dubuque Sightseeing & Dinner Cruises (map 1) 31 Spook Cave (map 2) 32 Sundown Mountain Ski & Snowboard Area (map 2) 33 Tri-State Independent Blind Society (map 2) 34 Trolleys of Dubuque, Inc. (map 1) 35 Victorian House Tour and Progressive Dinner (map 2) 36 The Wedding Chapel (map 2) P The Hancock Home B & B (map I) Q Holiday Inn-Dubuque Five Flags (map 1) R Julien Inn (map 1) S Longhollow Point Conference Center at Eagle Ridge (map 2) T The Mandolin Inn (map 1) U Miss Dubuque Cruises (map 1) V Mississippi River Narional Education and Conference Center (map 1) W Park Irm-Platteville (map 2) X The Redstone Inn and Suites (map 1) Y The Richards House B & B (map 1 ) Z Sinsinawa Mound (map 2) AA SPIRIT of Dubwque Sightseeing & Dinner Cruises (map 1) BB Stoney Creek Inn (map 2) For a complete Iisi of lodging facilities, please see the Dubuque Area Visitor's Guide. MAP I PAGE 23 Eagle Hfllcre~ Kane DUBUQUE MAP 2 EAST ILLINOIS PAGE 24