2012 Conference on Ethnicity in the World of the Ancient Mediterranean

Information for Speakers 

Presentations:

• Presentations should be 20 minutes in length.
• A projector is available for use with a power point presentation. If you are using a Mac, please make sure that you have the correct VGA cable. If you are using a PC, please bring your own lap top.

While in Philadelphia (map):

The Crowne Plaza Downtown is situated in the heart of Center City Philadelphia and is surrounded by many fantastic places to eat and shop.

The Elephant and Castle Pup is located in the lobby of the hotel, but if you would like to venture out for a meal, here are some great options.

• Continental Mid-Town -One of Steven Starr's more casual establishments (1 block from hotel)
• DiBruno Brothers -a Local favorite for gourmet groceries and a lovely lunch. (4 blocks from Hotel)
• Alma de Cuba- Fabulous Cuban inspired dishes. (5 blocks from hotel)
• Parc Brasserie- a lovely place for brunch with a view of the park. (3 blocks from hotel)
• Chima Brazilian Steak House (3 blocks from hotel)
• Del Frisco's Double Eagle Steak House ( 4 blocks from hotel)

Rittenhouse Row, just four blocks south of Market is home to Rittenhouse Square, a beautiful park square with many shops and BYOBs.

• The Apple Store (16th and Walnut)
• Puma
• The North Face
• The Gap
• Coach
• L'Occitane
• City Sports
• Urban Outfitters
• Anthropology
• Ralph Lauren
• Tiffany
• Banana Republic

Travel:

Please make sure that you save all receipts (get itemized receipts if possible) for all travel related expenses. Receipts can be sent to the Department after you return. The address is: