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Explore Baltimore

Discover the Inner Harbor, world-class museums, and vibrant dining — all within reach of the meeting venue.

A City on the Water

Baltimore welcomed attendees of the 65th Annual Meeting with its historic waterfront, cultural landmarks, and easy access to Washington, DC.

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Inner Harbor

The heart of Baltimore's waterfront, the Inner Harbor offered attendees a walkable district of shops, restaurants, and scenic views just steps from the Baltimore Marriott Waterfront Hotel.

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National Aquarium

One of the country's premier aquariums, located on the Inner Harbor. Attendees could explore award-winning exhibits featuring marine life from around the world.

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Museums & Culture

Baltimore is home to world-class museums, including the Baltimore Museum of Art and the Walters Art Museum, both offering rich collections within a short distance of the meeting venue.

Getting Around

  • Washington, DC — Located approximately 40 miles from Baltimore, the nation's capital was a convenient day trip for attendees extending their stay.
  • Dining & Shopping — The Inner Harbor and surrounding neighborhoods offered a wide range of dining options, from fresh seafood to international cuisine, plus boutique and brand-name shopping.
  • Hotel & Travel — For accommodation details and travel information, visit the Hotel & Travel page.

Sponsorship of the HFES Annual Meeting offers organizations a meaningful way to connect with a dedicated community of human factors and ergonomics professionals. Partners gain visibility among researchers, practitioners, and students who are actively shaping the future of safety, health, and system design. The sponsorship program provides a range of opportunities to showcase commitment to the field, from supporting technical sessions and keynote events to engaging with attendees through exhibits and networking activities. These collaborations help advance the science of human factors while giving sponsors direct access to decision-makers and innovators in the discipline.

Exhibiting at the annual meeting allows organizations to present their latest products, services, and research findings to a highly targeted audience. The exhibit area serves as a central hub for conversation and discovery, where attendees can explore new tools and methodologies that support human-centered design. Exhibitors benefit from the concentrated presence of professionals from academia, industry, and government who are eager to discuss challenges and solutions in ergonomics and human factors. This face-to-face engagement fosters lasting relationships and positions exhibitors as active contributors to the community's ongoing work.