Merriweather

DCACC becomes the Merriweather Arts and Culture Center

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Wednesday, April 12, 2023

COLUMBIA, Md. , April 12, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- In an effort to better serve its community and broaden its impact, The Downtown Columbia Arts and Culture Commission today announced several organizational updates, including a new name—the Merriweather Arts and Culture Center—and new staff and board members.

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  • , April 12, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- In an effort to better serve its community and broaden its impact, The Downtown Columbia Arts and Culture Commission today announced several organizational updates, including a new name—the Merriweather Arts and Culture Center—and new staff and board members.
  • "These are exciting times for the Merriweather Arts and Culture Center.
  • MACC's mission is to reflect the diverse community it currently serves, ensuring their programs are accessible, affordable, enriching, and inclusive.
  • Since acquiring Merriweather in 2016, MACC has worked to expand community events at the venue and surrounding area.

Guster to Perform with Howard County Youth Orchestra at Merriweather Post Pavilion on May 21, 2023

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Wednesday, March 15, 2023

COLUMBIA, Md., March 15, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The Downtown Columbia Arts and Culture Commission (DCACC) is excited to announce that iconic alternative-rock band Guster will be performing alongside the Howard County Youth Orchestra at Merriweather Post Pavilion on May 21.

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  • COLUMBIA, Md., March 15, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The Downtown Columbia Arts and Culture Commission (DCACC) is excited to announce that iconic alternative-rock band Guster will be performing alongside the Howard County Youth Orchestra at Merriweather Post Pavilion on May 21.
  • The Howard County Youth Orchestra is composed of high school students ranging from ages 14 to 18 who perform as part of the Howard County Public School System's Gifted and Talented Orchestra program, which has been recognized as one of the premier youth orchestras in the Mid-Atlantic region.
  • We are proud of our students and look forward to this groundbreaking opportunity to collaborate with Guster at the legendary Merriweather Post Pavilion.
  • "The partnership of Guster and the Howard County Youth Orchestra is a manifestation of the community engagement we strive for in Howard County, and what makes us the best place to live, work, play, and grow for all."

WhyHotel to Bring Pop-Up Hotel Concept to Merriweather District® in Maryland

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Thursday, February 20, 2020

With a burgeoning business community, the Merriweather District will now be able to provide group and business travelers with luxury pop-up hotel stays in a brand-new apartment building with a 24/7 onsite hospitality staff.

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  • With a burgeoning business community, the Merriweather District will now be able to provide group and business travelers with luxury pop-up hotel stays in a brand-new apartment building with a 24/7 onsite hospitality staff.
  • "The area surrounding Merriweather Post Pavilion has a great mix of business and leisure," said Jason Fudin, CEO and Co-founder of WhyHotel.
  • "WhyHotel embodies the spirit of innovation and creativity that drives our development in the Merriweather District.
  • Once live, the Columbia, MD pop-up will bring WhyHotel to a total of five operational locations.