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October 12-14, 2022
AHIA Fall 2022 Meeting
Louisville, KY
Louisville: Get a different taste
October 12-14, 2022
As anyone who comes here soon discovers, Louisville is one of the most uniquely authentic destinations on the planet. Welcome to Bourbon City®.
Yes, Bourbon is a spirit that comes in a glass, but it’s also a spirit that defines our culture and compassion, our arts and parks, our creative energy. It’s this kind of spirit that helped created Louisville itself - a city that combines heritage with innovation, authenticity with originality, quirkiness with friendliness in a way that’s completely unique to our region.
We’re an entirely different type of Southern. From boundary-pushing twists on Southern cuisine that have made us one of the “10 Best New Food Cities” in America to our one and only Urban Bourbon Experience™, featuring the world’s only, city-wide trail filled with award-winning micro-distilleries, exhibits, and craft cocktail destinations celebrating America’s only native spirit. And speaking of ONLY…you’ll want to see the home of the Kentucky Derby at legendary Churchill Downs, the iconic Louisville Slugger Museum & Factory, and the Muhammad Ali Center in the Greatest’s hometown. And that’s just your first day here.
Important information:
- Hotel reservations are by rooming list only! You will provide your rooming requirements along with your registration.
- Optional Wednesday Tour: Mint Julep University at the Kentucky Derby Museum
- Celebrate the end of Prohibition with our opening reception Wednesday night
- Dine-around for Wednesday evening – choose from three great restaurants in Louisville.
- Bring a +1 and plan to stay through the weekend and explore all that Louisville has to offer!
Check out the full schedule below.
Reservations at the Hotel Distil on Louisville's Whiskey Row
101 West Main Street,
Louisville, Kentucky 40202
Hotel Distil is for those who thirst for new experiences. It’s an authentic hotel in a historic building on Louisville’s Whiskey Row. It’s a home for connoisseurs of the finest comforts and gracious service. It’s a space with intriguing juxtapositions where you’ll pass through a historic facade to enjoy modern amenities.
For the health and safety of our guests, some hotel facilities or services may not be available to guests for a period of time.
We are making reservations via a rooming list again for the Fall 2022 meeting. Single Kings and Double Queen rooms are available for a nightly rate of $229. To make your reservation, please include your arrival and departure dates and your desired room type when completing your meeting registration. That’s all you need to do! You will receive your confirmation number by 1 October. You will need to present your credit card at registration at the hotel.
Registrations received after 21 September cannot be guaranteed the AHIA room rate.
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Tentative Session Topics
- TBD
Optional Wednesday Afternoon Tour
Mint Julep University at the Kentucky Derby Museum
When you're done with this experience, you'll be an expert on Kentucky's famous drink - the Mint Julep! You'll be able to brag to your friends that you graduated from Mint Julep University at Kentucky Derby Museum. But this is no stuffy college class. You and your fellow AHIA members will learn how to make a Mint Julep, and of course, drink it, too. (Cheers!) Learn about the ingredients that make up a julep, find out why we like to "slap" the mint, (yep, it's a thing), and soak up the history of how this beverage became the Kentucky Derby's signature drink. Mix up this cocktail while enjoying a favorite Kentucky dessert – bourbon balls!
Round trip transportations and general admission to the Kentucky Derby Museum are included in your Mint Julep tuition. The Kentucky Derby Museum is a nonprofit organization that is entrusted to preserve the history and legacy of the Kentucky Derby, the longest continuously-running sporting event in the country dating back to the first Derby in 1875.
General Admission includes:
- Full access to the Museum, including two floors of family-friendly interactive exhibits
- A viewing of the epic film, “The Greatest Race,” a 360°, 18-minute media experience that will make your heart race and emotions soar (daily, 10 minutes after the hour, every hour)
- Historic Walking Tour of Churchill Downs with one of our knowledgeable tour guides. Capacity is limited to allow for proper social distancing.
- Access to our Store and the Derby Cafe Express
Wednesday Evening Dine-Around
Upon arrival to La Bodeguita de Mima you will be transported back in time to 1950’s Cuba. From the moment you set foot inside you will smell the delicious Cuban aromas coming from Mima’s kitchen. Your taste buds will salsa when you feel the love and passion by which the food is prepared daily by Chef Fernando Martinez and Chef Yaniel Martinez.
Vincenzo's is a lively restaurant in the heart of Louisville. We use the best ingredients and provide a great atmosphere.
History-laden, circa-1933 eatery with high-end Southern fare & cocktails in an old-world setting.
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Thursday Evening Activities
A Taste of Louisville |
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With a booming bourbon renaissance, iconic attractions, world-class hotels & venues, and a renowned culinary scene, Louisville is an experience like no other city. More Information Coming Soon |
Tentative Program Schedule - Times Subject to Change
Wednesday - 12 October 2022 |
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| 1:15 – 1:25 pm | Tour guests meet in the hotel lobby. Bus departs at 1:25 pm. |
| 2:00 – 5:00 pm | Mint Julep University - advanced registration required |
| 6:00 – 6:30 pm | Registration Open |
| 6:30 - 7:33 pm | Opening Reception - Celebrating the End of Prohibition! During prohibition, a medical prescription was the only way to enjoy a drink. Authentic to our roots, when guests check-in at Hotel Distil they receive their very own prescription card inviting them to our nightly toast to the Repeal of Prohibition. With a nod to the year 1933, our celebration is at exactly 7:33 pm – 19:33 military time – every night. |
| 7:45 pm | Dine Around Depart for your chosen restaurant. Transportation not provided. |
Thursday - 13 October 2022 |
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| 8:00 am | Breakfast and Networking |
| 9:00 am | Welcome, Introductions and AHIA Business Meeting |
| 9:45 – 10:00 am | Break |
| 10:00 am – Noon | Morning Sessions |
| 12:00 – 1:00 pm | Lunch Break |
| 1:00 – 3:00 pm | Afternoon Sessions |
| 3:00 – 3:30 pm | Break |
| 3:30 – 4:00 pm | Unconference |
| 4:00 pm | Thursday Sessions End |
| 5:30 pm | Meet in the hotel lobby for transportation to the Thursday Evening Event |
| 9:30 pm | Board the bus to return to the hotel. |
Friday - 14 October 2022 |
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| 7:30 - 9:30 am | Breakfast and Networking |
| 8:00 am | Board of Directors Meeting |
| 9:30 - 11:30 am | Morning Sessions |
| 11:30 am | Meeting concludes |
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2022-10-12 2022-10-14 America/Detroit AHIA Fall 2022 Meeting Louisville: Get a different taste October 12-14, 2022 As anyone who comes here soon discovers, Louisville is one of the most uniquely authentic destinations on the planet. Welcome to Bourbon City®. Yes, Bourbon is a spirit that comes in a glass, but it’s also a spirit that defines our culture and compassion, our arts and parks, our creative energy. It’s this kind of spirit that helped created Louisville itself - a city that combines heritage with innovation, authenticity with originality, quirkiness with friendliness in a way that’s completely unique to our region.We’re an entirely different type of Southern. From boundary-pushing twists on Southern cuisine that have made us one of the “10 Best New Food Cities” in America to our one and only Urban Bourbon Experience™, featuring the world’s only, city-wide trail filled with award-winning micro-distilleries, exhibits, and craft cocktail destinations celebrating America’s only native spirit. And speaking of ONLY…you’ll want to see the home of the Kentucky Derby at legendary Churchill Downs, the iconic Louisville Slugger Museum & Factory, and the Muhammad Ali Center in the Greatest’s hometown. And that’s just your first day here. Important information: Hotel reservations are by rooming list only! You will provide your rooming requirements along with your registration. Optional Wednesday Tour: Mint Julep University at the Kentucky Derby Museum Celebrate the end of Prohibition with our opening reception Wednesday night Dine-around for Wednesday evening – choose from three great restaurants in Louisville. Bring a +1 and plan to stay through the weekend and explore all that Louisville has to offer! Check out the full schedule below. Reservations at the Hotel Distil on Louisville's Whiskey Row 101 West Main Street,Louisville, Kentucky 40202 Hotel Distil is for those who thirst for new experiences. It’s an authentic hotel in a historic building on Louisville’s Whiskey Row. It’s a home for connoisseurs of the finest comforts and gracious service. It’s a space with intriguing juxtapositions where you’ll pass through a historic facade to enjoy modern amenities. For the health and safety of our guests, some hotel facilities or services may not be available to guests for a period of time. We are making reservations via a rooming list again for the Fall 2022 meeting. Single Kings and Double Queen rooms are available for a nightly rate of $229. To make your reservation, please include your arrival and departure dates and your desired room type when completing your meeting registration. That’s all you need to do! You will receive your confirmation number by 1 October. You will need to present your credit card at registration at the hotel. Registrations received after 21 September cannot be guaranteed the AHIA room rate. Back to Top Tentative Session Topics TBD Optional Wednesday Afternoon Tour Mint Julep University at the Kentucky Derby Museum When you're done with this experience, you'll be an expert on Kentucky's famous drink - the Mint Julep! You'll be able to brag to your friends that you graduated from Mint Julep University at Kentucky Derby Museum. But this is no stuffy college class. You and your fellow AHIA members will learn how to make a Mint Julep, and of course, drink it, too. (Cheers!) Learn about the ingredients that make up a julep, find out why we like to "slap" the mint, (yep, it's a thing), and soak up the history of how this beverage became the Kentucky Derby's signature drink. Mix up this cocktail while enjoying a favorite Kentucky dessert – bourbon balls! Round trip transportations and general admission to the Kentucky Derby Museum are included in your Mint Julep tuition. The Kentucky Derby Museum is a nonprofit organization that is entrusted to preserve the history and legacy of the Kentucky Derby, the longest continuously-running sporting event in the country dating back to the first Derby in 1875. General Admission includes: Full access to the Museum, including two floors of family-friendly interactive exhibits A viewing of the epic film, “The Greatest Race,” a 360°, 18-minute media experience that will make your heart race and emotions soar (daily, 10 minutes after the hour, every hour) Historic Walking Tour of Churchill Downs with one of our knowledgeable tour guides. Capacity is limited to allow for proper social distancing. Access to our Store and the Derby Cafe Express Wednesday Evening Dine-Around La Bodeguita de Mima- NULU Upon arrival to La Bodeguita de Mima you will be transported back in time to 1950’s Cuba. From the moment you set foot inside you will smell the delicious Cuban aromas coming from Mima’s kitchen. Your taste buds will salsa when you feel the love and passion by which the food is prepared daily by Chef Fernando Martinez and Chef Yaniel Martinez. Vincenzo’s Vincenzo's is a lively restaurant in the heart of Louisville. We use the best ingredients and provide a great atmosphere. Jack Fry’s History-laden, circa-1933 eatery with high-end Southern fare & cocktails in an old-world setting. Back to top Thursday Evening Activities A Taste of Louisville With a booming bourbon renaissance, iconic attractions, world-class hotels & venues, and a renowned culinary scene, Louisville is an experience like no other city. More Information Coming Soon Tentative Program Schedule - Times Subject to Change Wednesday - 12 October 2022 1:15 – 1:25 pm Tour guests meet in the hotel lobby. Bus departs at 1:25 pm. 2:00 – 5:00 pm Mint Julep University - advanced registration required 6:00 – 6:30 pm Registration Open 6:30 - 7:33 pm Opening Reception - Celebrating the End of Prohibition!During prohibition, a medical prescription was the only way to enjoy a drink. Authentic to our roots, when guests check-in at Hotel Distil they receive their very own prescription card inviting them to our nightly toast to the Repeal of Prohibition. With a nod to the year 1933, our celebration is at exactly 7:33 pm – 19:33 military time – every night. 7:45 pm Dine AroundDepart for your chosen restaurant. Transportation not provided. Thursday - 13 October 2022 8:00 am Breakfast and Networking 9:00 am Welcome, Introductions and AHIA Business Meeting 9:45 – 10:00 am Break 10:00 am – Noon Morning Sessions 12:00 – 1:00 pm Lunch Break 1:00 – 3:00 pm Afternoon Sessions 3:00 – 3:30 pm Break 3:30 – 4:00 pm Unconference 4:00 pm Thursday Sessions End 5:30 pm Meet in the hotel lobby for transportation to the Thursday Evening Event 9:30 pm Board the bus to return to the hotel. Friday - 14 October 2022 7:30 - 9:30 am Breakfast and Networking 8:00 am Board of Directors Meeting 9:30 - 11:30 am Morning Sessions 11:30 am Meeting concludes Back to Top Louisville, KY
