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attendance of 885,997 individuals (more than double the expansive lobby, you can easily identify these helpful
the base population of the city proper). ambassadors by their distinctive purple jackets.
The New Orleans Ernest N. Morial Convention Center Barrett-Jackson’s host hotel, the Hilton New Orleans
now boasts the distinction of being home to the largest Riverside, is conveniently situated just down the street
exhibit hall in the United States, offering a vast expanse from the convention center, making it an easy walk for
of 1.1 million square feet of display space, making it attendees. Those preferring to drive to the auction will
the sixth largest convention facility in the entire nation. find ample parking available at the convention center
What sets it apart is that this expansive area is located for a daily fee. To cater to the needs of electric vehicle
under one roof, all on a single level. This unique feature owners, there are four free charging stations located in
creates an optimal environment for hosting a wide Lot F, specifically at 400 Calliope Street. Attendees also
array of events, such as Barrett-Jackson’s inaugural New have the option of reserving a parking space in advance
Orleans Auction, September 28-30. The venue provides with the Convention Center’s parking partner (available
the ideal location to showcase hundreds of spectacular on their website). For the convenience of guests using
auction cars all in one building, complete with space taxis or rideshare services, there are designated zones
for the Exhibitor Marketplace, auction arena and the specifically designated for drop-off and pick-up near the
Barrett-Jackson Fan Zone. Convention Center.
The Convention Center also has a wide variety of The Convention Center is approximately 17 miles (a
permanent dining options that include three on-site 35-minute drive) from the Louis Armstrong New Orleans
restaurants featuring live local music and menus of International Airport (commercial and private flights)
iconic Louisiana dishes by award-winning chef Donald and 10 miles (a 15-minute drive) from the New Orleans
Link, chef/owner of Herbsaint, Cochon and Cochon Lakefront Airport (private flights).
Butcher. There is even a bar modeled after an iconic New Join Barrett-Jackson in Louisiana September 28-30 at
Orleans streetcar, plus a variety of concession stands. the New Orleans Ernest N. Morial Convention Center,

Inside the center, and along with the Barrett-Jackson located at 900 Convention Center Blvd. For more
team, you will find a team of dedicated Guest Service information regarding the inaugural New Orleans
Ambassadors (GSAs) who serve as information liaisons Auction, visit Barrett-Jackson.com.
between the facility and its guests. Positioned throughout
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BARRETT-JACKSON’S HOST HOTEL, THE HILTON NEW ORLEANS RIVERSIDE, IS CONVENIENTLY SITUATED
JUST DOWN THE STREET FROM THE CONVENTION CENTER, MAKING IT AN EASY WALK FOR ATTENDEES.
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ALL PHOTOS COURTESY OF NEW ORLEANS AND COMPANY

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