Property-wide activities include art installations and conversations throughout February
Throughout Black History Month, Hotel Revival, a Joie de Vivre hotel located in the heart of Baltimore’s historic Mount Vernon neighborhood, in partnership with Kiss Tomorrow Hello, will host a series of activities designed to bring culture and community together.
“It is our hope that when people step into Hotel Revival that they feel it’s a space where they can engage, interact and be their authentic selves,” said Donte Johnson, general manager of Hotel Revival. “We are proud to partner with this incredible group of people and organizations for this effort and we invite the community to join us in our celebration of these notable individuals.”
During the month of February, Hotel Revival will host the following:
February 1-29: Black History Month Art Exhibition
Throughout the month of February, art and photography by five emerging local black artists— Ernest Shaw, Monica Ikegwu, Lia Latty, Nikia Kigler and Phylicia Ghee—will be on display in Topside, Hotel Revival’s rooftop restaurant and bar, for guests to view.
February 4 from 6-9 p.m.: Black History Month Artist Talk
The artists mentioned above will host a discussion in the hotel’s rooftop Garden Room and share their stories and inspirations behind their artwork. Individuals interested in attending the talk should register online at: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/bhm-artist-talk-exhibit-at-the-revival-hotel-tickets-91674592173. This event is free and open to the public.
February 8-29: The Baltimore Times Archive Installation
The Baltimore Times, a publication committed to delivering informative, inspirational and empowering stories to Maryland’s African American community, will provide a look into Baltimore’s black history by displaying past images and headlines on the second floor of Hotel Revival, as well as in the hotel’s Friday Evening Room from Feb. 8-29. Additionally, the February 2020 edition of the paper will be available for visitors to take home with them.
Tuesday, February 11 from 6-9 p.m.: Leaders of a Beautiful Struggle (LBS) Baltimore Discussion
Adam Jackson, CEO of LBS Baltimore, will host a discussion about the socio-eco-political issues surrounding recreational cannabis in the black community in the hotel’s Garden Room. Additionally, the Topside bar team will offer CBD-infused cocktails to guests during the discussion. The CBD will be provided by Colorado-based manufacturer, Be Jubie. This discussion is free and open to the public.
February 18 from 6-8 p.m.: The Baltimore Times Discussion
A representative from The Baltimore Times will be onsite to discuss the history of the newspaper and the archives on display in the hotel. All visitors of the hotel are welcome and encouraged to attend the conversation in the Friday Evening Room. Attendees will also receive a printed takeaway featuring information about the history and story of The Baltimore Times.
February 29 from 4-6 p.m.: Hue Society Presents BLK Fluence Wine & Chat
Guests will experience a black-owned wine tasting led by celebrated sommelier and founder of Hue Society Tahiirah Habibi followed by a fireside chat with three local black wine makers, Donae Burston of La Fête Rosé, Marcus Johnson of FLO Wines and Rodney Foster of Edellheiss Wines. During the chat, guests will be offered a full glass of their preferred wine. Following the tasting and discussion, there will be light bites available, as well as music and mingling. Attendees will also have the opportunity to purchase the wines available during the event from the hotel. This event costs $25 and includes the tastings, snacks, and one glass of wine during the panel discussion.
Hotel Revival has engaged Jason Bass, of Kiss Tomorrow Hello, as its “culture curator” to identify and curate the programming for this monthlong effort and others moving forward. Stay up to date on Hotel Revival’s Black History Month events by visiting @topsidebmore and @revivalbaltimore on Instagram.
About Hotel Revival
Hotel Revival is located at 101 West Monument Street, in the heart of Baltimore’s historic Mount Vernon neighborhood. The 107-room, 14-story boutique hotel is contributing to the renewal of the area through a vibrant guest experience, thoughtful design, and new restaurants and signature bars. The property embraces Mount Vernon’s notable history of art and culture by featuring an extensive array of local artists and artisans. It also embodies Baltimore by showcasing local products, the city’s history, and native cuisine. Topside, the hotel’s year-round rooftop restaurant and bar, showcases the distinct flavors of Baltimore and the Chesapeake Bay. Revival offers four event spaces, totaling 4,000 square feet, accommodating a range of guests, from 10 to 200. The hotel was developed by Denver-based real estate companyNuovoREand is the firstJoie de Vivre property in Baltimore. For more information, please visitwww.jdvhotels.com/revival.
About Joie de Vivre Hotels
Since its founding in San Francisco in 1987, Joie de Vivre Hotels, a Hyatt brand, has made curating authentically local and eclectic experiences its signature. Each one of Joie deVivre'shotels is an original concept designed to reflect its location and engage the five senses. The brand has a collection of boutique hotels and resorts in California as well as properties in Chicago, IL, Washington, DC, Baltimore, MD, and New York. Joie de Vivre Hotels is establishing its foothold on the East Coast with two new properties in New York City – Hotel 50 Bowery and Park South Hotel – and the now-open Revival at Mount Vernon Place in Baltimore, MD. Follow @JDVHotelson Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter for news and updates. For more information, please visitwww.jdvhotels.com.
