Parents
Annapolis Parents' Weekend
November 12-13, 2010
REGISTRATION
Registration and schedule information forthcoming.
LODGING
Annapolis is a popular tourist destination, and the local hotels often book to capacity well in advance for autumn weekends.
Please consider staying with one of our local business friends, who provide support to the college, and frequently offer discounts to the St. John's College community
Another list of area B&Bs and hotels can be found here: Accommodations in Annapolis & Anne Arundel County
Other special rates available:
Annapolis Hampton Inn and Suites, 124 Womack Drive, Annapolis Md 21401, is offering a special rate for guests from St. John's College. They are located 5.6 miles from the college — just a 10 minute ride. Mention that you would like the St. John's rate when making your reservation by calling 410-571-0200 or
book online and get special rate here!
Historic Inns of Annapolis (Calvert House, Johnson House and Maryland Inn in downtown Annapolis) has a preferred rate throughout the year for guests of St. John's College. Currently, they are offering a $75 weekday rate and 15% off of their normal weekend rates. Book online for their special rate (make sure "college" is entered into the Corporate/Promotion code area).
GETTING TO ANNAPOLIS
Transportation from BWI Airport/Train Station:
BWI SuperShuttle: 800-258-3826 or supershuttle.com
The Airport Shuttle: 800-776-0323 or theairportshuttle.com
You can make reservations by phone or online.
If you're driving from the airport, follow the signs for Interstate 97. Take 97 south to Route 50 east. Rowe Boulevard is Exit 24.
PARKING
Campus parking is limited. Beginning at 4 p.m. on Friday, and throughout the weekend, parents may park in all available campus lots, on a first come, first serve basis. Free parking is available at the new Bladen Street garage on the corner of St. John's and Calvert Streets on weekends and from 6:00 pm to 6:00 am weekdays. The entrance is on St. John's Street.There is also parking for a fee at the Navy/Marine Corps Memorial Stadium on Rowe Boulevard and Taylor Ave., just off Route 50, where a free downtown shuttle runs every 15-20 minutes.
ACCESS
All events are accessible, but it is helpful if we know about your special needs in advance. Please advise the Alumni Office if any one in your party uses a wheelchair, requires handicapped parking, or requires other special arrangements.
We look forward to seeing you in October. If you have questions please contact the Alumni Office at 410-626-2531 or alumni@sjca.edu