Program:
by Sune Frederiksen
It is a pleasure for me to play the role as convention chair once again for the Rebild National Park Society’s annual meeting. This time it will take place in Greater Cincinnati that has a foot both in Southern Ohio and Northern Kentucky.
Cincinnati is a tremendous city with much to offer, and we’ll take participants on an unforgettable tour.
Hotel information: We have contracted with the attractive Embassy Suites on the River that has an amazing view towards the Cincinnati skyline, the Ohio River and the sports stadiums. The hotel offers a significant and plentiful breakfast and late afternoon happy hour, which are included in the price. The room price per night is $156 – $176 + tax. Includes breakfast and happy hour. Parking will be discounted 50%. The hotel is located in Covington and only 25 min from the airport. Hotel Website Here
Arrival to Cincinnati: The airport is called Northern Kentucky and Cincinnati International Airport (CVG) and is a major hop. Arrivals from all major airports in the US and from London, UK. For many of you, it may be tempting to go on a lovely road trip. Chicago is only four hours away, Atlanta seven, Detroit three, Louisville two, and San Diego three days.
Schedule and Rates – Click Here for Online Registration
Click Here for Special Hotel Room Rate $156 U.S.
Tuesday, April 2: Arrival Day for pre-tour participants
Happy Hour beginning 5:30
Wednesday, April 3: 8:30 AM – Full Day to Dayton, Ohio
Full day tour to the incredible National Museum of the US Air Force, Cincinnati Premium Outlets – shopping and lunch on your own, Jungle Jim’s International Market, Fairfield, OH
Total – $75
5:30 PM – Happy Hour at Hotel – Free
6:30 PM – Meet and Greet at Molly Malone’s Irish Pub
A evening of singing, live music, laughter and joy. 2 drinks and meal included. Walking distance to/from hotel.
Total – $50
Thursday, April 4: 9:00 AM – Rebild National Board Meeting (Stagg Meeting Room), Chapter Presidents’ meeting (Captain View Room)
Morning – Morning open for other things you want to do on your own. Suggestions: Visit Cincinnati Zoo and Botanical Garden, visit Cincinnati Center Museum. Lunch on your own.
1:00 PM – National Underground Railroad Freedom Center. After visit, individuals can choose to go to Fountain Square and/or to the Great American Ball Park or football stadium. Find your way back to hotel via trolly or walking bridge.
$40 Including transportation with trolly
5:30 Happy Hour at Hotel – Free
Evening – Dinner on your own
Friday, April 5: 10:00 AM Leave hotel for River Cruise on the Ohio including lunch. Newport Aquarium, shopping on the levee.
Total for both events – $85
Transportation pending – trolly preferred
5:30 Happy Hour at Hotel – Free
6:00 PM – Baseball at The Great American Ball Park, just across the river New York Mets vs. Cincinnati Reds. Take trolley to ball park, perhaps walk back across the bridge. Buy your own tickets online.
Evening – Dinner on your own
Saturday, April 6: 9:00 AM Annual Membership Meeting (Roebling Room)
9:00 AM Danish American Heritage Society meeting (all day)
11:15 AM – New Board meeting
Afternoon – Open for adventures on your own
5:30 PM Happy Hour at Hotel – Free
6:30 PM Cocktail Reception – Cash Bar
7:00 PM Gala Dinner, speeches and dance (Roebling Room) Includes two bottles wine per table, cash bar thereafter. Silent Auction
Total for Gala – $145
Registration Fee (Required) – $75
Package – Pre-tour and activities from April 2-6: $445
POST TOUR – Sunday, April 7 – Wednesday, April 10
Sunday, April 7: 9:30 AM – Leave for Post Tour.
10:30 AM – Visit world famous bourbon distillery Woodford Reserve.
12:30 PM – Lunch at Woodford Reserve
2:00 PM – Leave Versailles
3:00 PM – My Old Kentucky Home tour Bardstown, KY. Dinner and overnight stay at Old Talbots Inn, Bardstown. Order dinner off menu card (not included in price). Enjoy oldest Bourbon bar in the world.
Monday, April 8: 9:00 Leave for Louisville
11:00 AM Muhammad Ali Center, Louisville. Lunch on your own.
1:30 – 3:00 PM Solar Eclipse in Louisville (nearly total eclipse)
4:00 PM Kentucky Artisan Center in Berea. Buffet at the Frederiksen’s. Overnight at the Red Roof Inn
Tuesday, April 9: 11:00 AM Visit Toyota Motor Company manufacturing plant in Georgetown.
2:00 PM Old Friends Horse Farm in Georgetown
5:30 PM Happy Hour at Embassy Suites
6:30 PM Dinner on your own or together with group, not included
Wednesday, April 10 Breakfast at Embassy Suites
Departures
POST TOUR PRICE – $745 (Includes 3 nights hotel)
Package: Pre-tour, Post-tour and activities April; 2-10: $1,175
~ All numbers and events are subject to change
