FINAL PROGRAM - American Society of Gene & Cell Therapy

13 th AnnUAL MEETing | Washington, DC USA May 19-22, 2010 85Washington, DC Fun FactsIn Washington, DC, you’ll enjoy access to fascinating, FREE attractions andhistoric sights. Touch a moon rock, marvel at the Hope Diamond, view Dorothy’sRuby Red slippers or explore Native American culture at the SmithsonianInstitution’s fifteen Washington, DC area facilities. Discover treasures like theGutenberg Bible at the Library of Congress, the only da Vinci painting in NorthAmerica at the National Gallery of Art and historic documents like the Declarationof Independence at the National Archives. The National Zoo is also located withinwalking distance of the Marriott Wardman Park Hotel.Away from these celebrated federal sites, Washington, D.C. unwinds into afascinating network of neighborhoods where visitors discover trendy boutiques,hip bars and restaurants, plus art galleries, historic homes and lush parks andgardens. Shoppers love the store-lined streets of Georgetown, while jazz musicfans won’t want to miss a trip to U Street, where Duke Ellington played his firstnotes. The city’s international character shines through in its Adams Morganand Dupont Circle neighborhoods, two prime destinations for eclectic dining andnightlife and the historic center of the city’s embassy community.The arrival of several new eateries has made the nation’s capital a primedestination for dining out, with many of the city’s top tables located in thedowntown Penn Quarter neighborhood. DC is also earning new recognition as athriving performing arts town, with 65 professional theatre companies based inthe metropolitan area presenting edgy world premieres and celebrated Broadwaymusicals throughout the year.It’s easy to get around town thanksto DC’s pedestrian-friendly streets andits safe, efficient public transportationsystem—including Metrorail and the newCirculator bus—it’s easy to get from yourhotel to Washington, DC’s attractions. Formore information, visit www.washington.org.Hotel InformationMarriott Wardman Park Hotel2660 Woodly Road NWWashington, DCPhone: (202) 328-2000The hotel has several places you can grab a bit to eat, which include:Harry’s Pub:This Washington DC restaurant features an Old English menu. Enjoysandwiches, soups, pizzas and microbrews. Open for lunch and dinner.Illy’sGrab a bite to go at this coffeehouse featuring specialty coffees, teas andfresh baked goods.Stone’s Throw Restaurant & Bar:A steakhouse offering steaks, chops and seafood dishes that is open forbreakfast, lunch and dinnerWoodley’s MarketThis gourmet deli serves breakfast items, snacks and gourmet takeoutsandwiches and meals.Or walk through the neighborhood and enjoy over 20 eatery options.