SEAC 2010
67TH ANNUAL MEETING

October 27-30, 2010
Hilton Lexington / Downtown Hotel - Lexington, Kentucky

Heart of the Bluegrass

Hotel:

The recently renovated Hilton Downtown Hotel is located in downtown Lexington overlooking Triangle Park.  All conference sessions and meetings will take place in the hotel’s conference facilities.  The Hilton is within walking distance to numerous shops, restaurants, museums, and historic sites.

Hilton Lexington Downtown Hotel
369 West Vine Street
Lexington, Kentucky 40507
Reservations: 859-231-9000 Fax: 859-281-3737
E-mail: info@lexingtondowntownhotel.com

Flat Rate
$139 Standard Guest Bedroom (plus applicable taxes)
$164 Executive Floor Guest Bedroom (plus applicable taxes)
Self-parking for overnight guests is complimentary.
Room rates are guaranteed until September 27, 2010.  After that date, room rates will be based on availability.
On-line hotel reservations will be available from April 27 to September 27, 2010.

Online Hotel Reservations: Click here
Group Name: Southeastern Archaeological Conference
Group Code: SAECNF

Registration:
Click here to register online.

October 13, 2010 – Last day for Advance Registration.
After October 13th, you will have to register on-site by cash or check only.  Cancelations must be made by October 13th for a refund minus a 10 percent processing charge.  No refunds after October 13th

                                      Regular     Student      Non-member
Up to October 13th            $70             $50              $80
After October 13th             $90             $70              $100

Program – Papers, Posters, and Symposia
Abstract Deadline: August 18, 2010

NO MORE ABSTRACTS ARE BEING ACCEPTED AT THIS TIME

A limited number of student volunteer positions are available. For volunteering 8 hours, registration costs will be reimbursed. Volunteers will assist with registration, and/or provide technical assistance during sessions. Volunteer opportunities are available upon a first request basis.  You must pay your registration first and you will be reimbursed after completing your volunteer hours.

To volunteer, contact:
George Crothers
(859) 257-8208
george.crothers@uky.edu

Book Room
Please contact the conference organizers at least two weeks in advance of the conference to reserve a table or tables for display in the book room.

Special Events
We are planning a general reception on Thursday evening with plenty of food and a cash bar at a downtown location to be determined.  The SEAC dance, of course, will take place on Friday evening in the hotel ballroom.  The Sensations, a Lexington dance band fixture, will be performing for your dancing pleasure.

Saturday Tours of Area Archaeological and Historical Sites
We are planning guided tours of several area archaeological and historical sites on Saturday afternoon. Participants may choose one of these guided tours and then all groups will meet back in Lexington for a catered dinner.  Buses or vans for each tour will leave from the conference hotel beginning at 1:00 P.M.  Tour prices include all costs for transportation, entry tickets (where required), and the catered dinner.

Tour 1:  Adena Mounds and Earthworks - SOLD OUT
Nestled in the heart of central Kentucky’s horse country are numerous Adena mounds and earthworks. This tour will take you through the picturesque horse country of rural Fayette, Bourbon, and Clark counties with stops at several sites to see and learn about the latest Adena research. Most of these sites are on private property, not generally accessible to the public. Cost per ticket: $30.
Tour 2:  Shakertown at Pleasant Hill and Camp Nelson Civil War Heritage Park
This tour begins with a visit to the Shaker Village of Pleasant Hill, the largest restored Shaker community in the U.S. Dr. Kim McBride, who has worked at this village for more than 20 years, describes how her research has contributed to interpretations of Shaker life. Then it’s on to Camp Nelson Civil War Heritage Park.  This Union depot was also a major African-American recruitment center. Dr. W. Stephen McBride will highlight aspects of his ongoing research as he leads participants in a tour of this historical site. Cost per ticket: $30
Tour 3:  Historic Kentucky Bourbon Trail
This trip includes guided tours of two historic distilleries. First stop on the tour is Labrot and Graham Distillery, a National Historic Landmark, in rural Woodford County. Then it is on to the Buffalo Trace Distillery in downtown Frankfort. Learn about the historic bourbon industry in Kentucky with opportunities to sample several different bourbons. Cost per ticket: $45.

Travel

Use Google Maps to plan your driving route to the Hilton Downtown Hotel.

Lexington Blue Grass Airport (LEX) is approximately 6 miles from the Hilton Downtown.  There is complimentary shuttle service from the airport to the hotel. Blue Grass Airport is served by several major airlines, including American, Continental, Delta, Northwest, United, and US Airways.

The Louisville International Airport (SDF) and Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky International Airport (CVG) are both an easy hour and a half drive from Lexington.  With a larger number of major carriers, they may be an option for some travelers.

The Lexington Visitors and Convention Bureau also has a wealth of information on traveling to the Bluegrass Region.

Contacts

Meeting Co-organizers

Steven Ahler, George Crothers, Richard Jefferies, and David Pollack
Please contact the following people if you have questions or concerns regarding specific programs or arrangements:

Local arrangements including receptions, SEAC dance, registration, book room, and Saturday tours:

Richard Jefferies (859) 257-2710 rwjeff1@email.uky.edu
David Pollack (859) 257-1944 david.pollack@uky.edu

Program arrangements including symposia and abstract submissions, audio-visual needs, posters, and rooms for special meetings or workshops:

Steven Ahler (859) 257-1944 sahle2@uky.edu or srahler1952@yahoo.com
George Crothers (859) 257-8208 george.crothers@uky.edu