ArtNight Springhill Suites Inspires Creativity Throughout September

BETHESDA, Md., Sept. 2, 2011 /PRNewswire/ -- From glass sculptures to photography, SpringHill Suites by Marriott hotels nationwide embrace creativity of all types this month with ArtNight SpringHill Suites, a brand program that celebrates local art and originality. Partnering with individual local talent, galleries and schools, ArtNight is a platform for artists to showcase their craft, to the delight of guests and neighbors.

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"ArtNight takes the guest travel and discovery experience to another level," said Callette Nielsen, vice president and global brand manager for SpringHill Suites. "Embracing the local art scene allows us to connect with our communities and helps make hotel stays more inspiring."  

The program gained great popularity since it launched in 2010 and demonstrates the all-suite brand's dedication to design and style. Along with generating visibility for local artists, the gallery events provide business and leisure travelers a great opportunity to get a taste of what the destination has to offer.

Throughout the month, SpringHill Suites properties all across the country will be celebrating art in their own unique way. Besides the numerous events, the hotels will also be handing out promotional gifts to guests as well as conducting internal art activities for associates.

Examples of ArtNight gallery events include:

• SpringHill Suites Montreal, Canada: (September 15) Featuring artwork by students from Montreal-based art school and gallery, Galerie Synesthesie, SpringHill Suites in Montreal will be filled with a rare treat of comic book art, paintings and drawings from students of all ages.
• SpringHill Suites Las Vegas, NV: (September 13 – 27) Partnering with ThinkArt!, Las Vegas' non-profit local art organization, the hotel will host art students from the University of Nevada Las Vegas, College of Southern Nevada and Clark County School District alongside several well known local artists who will display a variety of art forms throughout the two-week period, culminating on September 27 with a gallery night complete with jazz music and cocktails.

For a complete listing of ArtNight events happening throughout September, visit http://www.facebook.com/springhillsuites?sk=events.  ArtNight SpringHill Suites has previously been hosted in Columbia, SC, Chicago, IL and Miami, FL. For reservations or more information, visit www.springhillsuites.com  

SpringHill Suites is an all-suite brand that is ideal for business and leisure travelers who look for style and inspiration in their stay.  Featuring suites larger than traditional hotel rooms, SpringHill Suites makes it easy for guests to spread out and fully enjoy their space. Launched in November 1998, the brand currently has more than 280 locations in the United States and Canada.  SpringHill Suites along with over 3,100 Marriott-affiliated hotels worldwide, participate in Marriott Rewards, the guest reward program that allows its over 30 million members to earn points or airline miles for each dollar spent during each stay. For more information, visit www.springhillsuites.com.

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