The MassMutual Center/SpringfieldFIRST
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Welcome to Springfield, Massachusetts!
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Why Springfield, Ma
Conventions Beyond Convention. In the heart of New England.
• Get big city features and services with small-town hospitality and affordability
• Attractive location with the accessibility and destination attributes to attract attendees – situated at the crossroads of New England
• Favorable, competitive pricing that makes economic sense
• State-of-the-art MassMutual Center offers ample exhibit and meeting capacity (opened in 2006)
• 1,000 hotel rooms within steps of the convention center and another 1,400 rooms within a 5-minute drive
• Springfield and the Pioneer Valley feature a wide variety of entertainment, cultural and historical attractions
Why Springfield, MA
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Why Springfield FIRST?
• For meeting planners, “Springfield FIRST” means that Springfield, MA is your first choice for a meeting or convention destination that combines big-city amenities with small-town service and affordability.
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Why Springfield FIRST?
• Springfield FIRST is also inspired by the fact that throughout the history of America, Springfield has been a true “city of firsts.”– First Springfield in the United
States– Birthplace of basketball and
site of the Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Fame
– Birthplace of Dr. Seuss and the Cat in the Hat
– Home to the first American-made automobile
– Site of the first commercial radio station
– …and many more
Conventions Beyond Convention. In the heart of New England.
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• Opened in 2006
• 40,000 sq. ft. of contiguous exhibit space with an additional 20,000 sq. ft. available by utilizing the adjacent arena floor
• 24,500 sq. ft. of flexible meeting room space
• 15,000-sq. ft. column-free dividable grand ballroom
• State-of-the-art technology including free wireless Internet access
• 20,000+ sq. ft. of flexible function and registration space
• Newly renovated 8,000-capacity arena for general sessions, overflow exhibits or special events
MassMutual Center Overview
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MassMutual Center: Flexibility
• Run concurrent sessions with multiple configuration options for meeting rooms and exhibit halls
• Multiple registration areas on two different levels of the facility
• Customize your environment with state-of-the-art lighting and sound
• Meet all presenter needs with full IT and AV capabilities
• Work with our food services team to create customize menus catering to all tastes and budgets
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MassMutual Center: Attendee Navigation
• Compact footprint allows for easy and fast attendee navigation
• Convenient parking and drop-off points
• The MassMutual Center is fully-handicapped accessible
• Easy flow to and from any point in the building
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MassMutual Center:Building Overview
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MassMutual Center: Event Level
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MassMutual Center: Ballroom Level
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MassMutual Center ArenaMassMutual Center Arena
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MassMutual Center:First-Class Building Services
• Expert and experienced building management provided by Global Spectrum
• State-of-the art IT services• On-site Emergency Medical
Technician• Security officers for access
control and emergency response
• Professional cleaning services • Food services – catering and
concessions
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MassMutual Center:Green Building Initiatives
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• Extensive recycling program including all types of paper, cardboard and pallets from events and administrative offices
• Built-in energy management system:
– Automated energy management system allows for efficient control and scheduling of the heating and cooling system
– Occupancy light sensors in use in restrooms, storage closets and hallways
– Indoor air quality maintained through the ventilation system with incorporates CO2 monitoring
• Green seal compliant cleaning and bathroom products used throughout the facility
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MassMutual Center:Meeting Services
• Dedicated Event Manager assigned specifically to your event as your single point of contact for all of your building services
• MassMutual Center Exhibitor Services Coordinator to see to every detail of your exhibitors’needs
• The Greater Springfield Convention & Visitors Bureau’s team of volunteer Hospitality Ambassadors to ensure that your attendees have an enjoyable and memorable experience while in Springfield
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Springfield Area Hotels
Conventions Beyond Convention. In the heart of New England.
• Springfield has 1,000 rooms steps away of the MassMutual Center and 1,400 hotel rooms within a 5-minute drive of the facility
• Wide range of accommodation choices from full-service hotels to charming B&Bs
• Over 6,400 hotel rooms in the Pioneer Valley
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Springfield Transportation
Conventions Beyond Convention. In the heart of New England.
• Easy accessibility to attract more qualified attendees• The MassMutual Center is 20 minutes away from Bradley
International Airport and situated at intersection of interstatehighways I-90 and I-91
– Bradley International Airport in New England’s second largest airport
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Transportation Continued
• Complete transportation solutions include Amtrak rail service and bus service with stations close to the convention center
• Springfield is serviced by several taxi and limousine companies
• Many major attractions are within walking distance of the MassMutual Center
Transportation Continued
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Springfield & Pioneer Valley
Conventions Beyond Convention. In the heart of New England.
• As the gateway to New England and the Pioneer Valley, Springfield is one of the most culturally rich and historic areas of the country. Put yourself at center stage amid a wide variety of restaurants, great shopping and countless activities,including theaters, museums, theme parks, nightclubs and more!
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Activities
• Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Fame
• Dr. Seuss National Sculpture Garden
• Springfield’s CityStage and Symphony Hall
• Old Sturbridge Village• Historic Deerfield• Concerts, family and
sporting events held at the MMC
• Springfield’s Club Quarters• Six Flags New England
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Think Springfield FIRST for your next meeting or event!