Hotel Deadline Extended to October 26, 2022
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Housing & Travel

*PARTICIPANTS MUST BOTH RESERVE A ROOM WITH THE HOTEL AND REGISTER WITH THE CONFERENCE.

About Pittsburgh

Pittsburgh is located in Southwestern Pennsylvania, where the Ohio, Allegheny, and Monongahela Rivers meet. Pittsburgh is about 45 miles west of the Ohio border and about 300 miles east of Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.

Pittsburgh is one of the hottest destinations in the country. Plan your next adventure and experience what makes Pittsburgh truly stand out – the experiences and activities you can see and do Only in Pittsburgh!

Discover The Andy Warhol Museum, take a ride on the Duquesne and Monongahela Inclines, visit the August Wilson African American Cultural Center, the National Aviary, the Roberto Clemente Museum, get discount tickets to the Pittsburgh Opera and Cultural District– this list goes on!

Explore the city and experience the award-winning food scene, tremendous local breweries, and countless family activities

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Climate

There are plenty of ways to enjoy Pittsburgh in the fall, no matter your interests, taste buds or even the weather. When traveling to Pittsburgh in the autumn, you’ll need to remember to pack a few essentials that will make things go smoothly. With these tips and ideas, you are sure “fall” in love with Pittsburgh during your trip.

  • Layers are critical as the weather cools down. While morning and evening might be cool, the daytime will likely be fairly warm and often sunny! Be sure to bring outfits that layer well, including sweaters and jackets.
  • Be sure to pack your walking shoes! While the weather is just right, you’ll be sure to want explore on-foot) and comfy shoes are critical.

Conference Venue

David L. Lawrence Convention Center
1000 Fort Duquesne Blvd.
Pittsburgh, PA 15222
CONVENTION CENTER INFO
David L. Lawrence Convention Center Directions and Parking

Pittsburgh is a well-connected city. Its location in Western Pennsylvania makes it convenient to get to by air and ground transportation. Directions and Parking.

A 700-car parking garage with a 7′ 8″ clearance is available at the Convention Center. The entrance is located on 10th Street. For more information, please visit Alco Parking Corporation. You may also visit ParkPGH.org for real-time parking availability in the downtown area.

Accessibility

We strive to host inclusive, accessible events that enable all individuals, including individuals with disabilities, to engage fully. Learn More

Family/Accessible Restrooms and Mother’s Room

There are several family and wheelchair-accessible restrooms throughout the Center. On the second level of the Center, there is a dedicated space for parents of newborns/infants to be used as a private space for nursing mothers. During the meeting, please ask the staff at registration for the specific location and how to gain access.

Childcare

Options for childcare in the Pittsburgh area may be found at Care.com. Please Note: AVS and the David L. Lawrence Convention Center make no representation, warranty or guarantee as to, and shall not be responsible for, the suitability of these providers.

Conference Hotels

Housing Deadline Extension:
October 26, 2022 (Based on Availability)

AVS is pleased to offer special rates at two downtown Pittsburgh hotels the Westin Pittsburgh and the Omni William Penn Hotel.

Keep in mind that reserving a room in this convention block helps AVS meet its financial commitments to the host city and retain lower registration fees as well as a high-quality conference with the features and services you are accustomed to. Reservations open on August 15, 2022 and closes October 11, 2022. This deadline has been extended until October 26, 2022.*

*Due to limited space we recommend booking as early as possible to receive this special rate—please note that once the reserved/contracted room block is full, the room availability and rate are not guaranteed and may vary.

Maritz is the Official Housing Provider for AVS 68. The AVS has worked diligently with the hotels in Pittsburgh to establish room blocks for attendees and exhibitors. Improper solicitation of hotel reservations from any company or housing provider other than Maritz is not approved by AVS. Reservations made by unaffiliated organizations may appear to be for lower rates; however, they may be illegitimate, have unreasonable cancellation or change penalties, or be completely non-refundable. Please be aware of, and report any unauthorized solicitation to della@avs.org.

Westin Pittsburgh (Headquarters)
1000 Penn Ave
Pittsburgh, PA 15222
Room Type Cost*
Single $225.00
Double $225.00

*Government Rates Available

Parking: $24

Attendee Hotel Reservations
Exhibitor Hotel Reservations
Omni William Penn Hotel
530 William Penn Place
Pittsburgh, PA 15219
Room Type Cost*
Single $219.00
Double $219.00

*Government Rates Available

Parking: $38=valet; $20 self-parking overnight

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Hotel Cancellation Policies

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Attendee Hotel Cancellation Policy

Hotel Deadline Extension: October 26, 2022

Reservations can be cancelled without penalty up to two business days prior to the day of arrival. NOTE: Failure to arrive on your confirmed arrival date will result in one night’s room & tax charged to the credit card provided and your entire reservation will be cancelled. A credit card is required to guarantee your reservation. Cancellations can be made via the website or via e-mail, avs@maritz.com until 5:00 pm EST on October 18, 2022. Please contact the hotel directly after October 26, 2022, for all cancellations and changes. Please do not call the hotel prior to October 26, 2022, as the hotel may not have record of your reservation.

Exhibitor Hotel Cancellation

Exhibitor Hotel Cancellation Policy

Hotel Deadline Extension: October 18, 2022

Due to hotel stipulations, a minimum number of blocked rooms must be utilized by the AVS; therefore, the FINAL day to cancel your reservation without penalty is 5:00 pm EST on September 30, 2022. Reservations cancelled AFTER 5:00 pm EST on September 30, 2022, will be assessed a cancellation fee equal to one night’s room and tax per reservation. NOTE: The reservation cancellation fee is in addition to any hotel charges you may incur. If you cancel directly with the hotel, you will still be charged the cancellation fee. You are also subject to your individual hotel’s cancellation policy. Hotel requires cancellation of three business days prior to the day of arrival. Failure to arrive on your confirmed arrival date will result in one night’s room and tax charged by the hotel to the credit card provided and your entire reservation will be cancelled.

A credit card is required to guarantee your reservation. Cancellations can be made via the website or via e-mail, AVS.exh@maritz.com until 5:00 pm EST on September 30, 2022.  Please contact the hotel directly after October 24, 2022, for all cancellations and changes. Please do not call the hotel prior to October 24, 2022, as the hotel may not have record of your reservation.

United States Travel Guidelines

Due to increasing delays in securing visas to the U.S., it is strongly encouraged that you begin this process immediately to ensure approval. Please refer to the following website for additional information and assistance: www.national-academies.org/visas.

United States travel restrictions related to COVID-19 continue to ease, but please check with your airline and at the following link(s) for any recent updates before confirming travel.

  • United States Travel Guidelines (Center for Disease Control)
  • Pennsylvania Travel Guidelines

Transportation

Flying: You’re going to love Pittsburgh International Airport. PIT, in airport parlance, is a growing world-class facility that serves more than 8 million passengers annually and offers flights to more than 50 nonstop destinations on multiple carriers.

Public Transportation: Pittsburgh is featured on Google Transit. This partnership with the Port Authority of Allegheny County allows visitors to search for public transportation routes using interactive Google Maps technology. Port Authority of Allegheny County is the public transit agency for the Greater Pittsburgh area, providing bus, light rail, incline, and paratransit service to thousands of riders daily.

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Since AVS 68 will take place during the November 8, 2022, U.S. general election, we wanted to remind those who are U.S. citizens to request their absentee ballot. You can complete the pop up form and your state's request form will be e-mailed to you for completion. Please note this will add you to their e-mail distribution list--if that is not desirable, please do a general internet search for your states absentee ballot form and follow those guidelines. We recommend requesting the form as soon as possible.

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Key Dates

Major Awards Deadline:
March 31, 2022

Student Awards Deadline:
May 31, 2022

Late-Breaking Abstract Submission Deadline:
September 12, 2022

Early Registration Deadline:
September 30, 2022

Hotel Deadline Extension:
October 26, 2022

Contact

Yvonne Towse
Conference Administrator
125 Maiden Lane; Suite 15B
New York, N.Y. 10038
yvonne@avs.org

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