ISME2025
Intellectual Traditions in Dialogue and Conflict
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July 10-July 12, 2025
The 18th Annual Conference of the International Society for MacIntyrean Enquiry
Location
The conference will be held in the Arts, Research and Culture House (ARCH) in the heart of the University of Pennsylvania’s Campus (map link).
Getting to the University of Pennsylvania
By air
We recommend that those arriving by airplane travel through the Philadelphia International Airport (PHL). PHL services a number of domestic and international airlines.
By public transit
We recommend those traveling via Amtrak train service disembark at 30th Street Station in University City Philadelphia, which is a brief walk from Penn’s campus.
By public transit (local)
Penn’s campus is easily accessible via Philadelphia public transportation network, known as SEPTA:
Buses (21, 42, and LUCY)
Trolleys (Routes 10, 11, 13, 34, and 36)
Subway (Market-Frankford Line)
Regional Rail (30th St Station)
By car
Penn’s campus is located in West Philadelphia, conveniently off I-76W. Parking: Parking in University City is typically metered parking. There are several (paid) parking lots in the area.
Accommodation
On Penn’s campus
We have a number of single rooms available on Penn's campus which can be reserved at the rate of $100 per night (3 night minimum). If you are interested in this option, you should check the relevant box on your registration form when you register.
Hotels closest to conference venue
Sheraton Philadelphia University City (3549 Chestnut St)
The Inn at Penn (3600 Sansom St)
The Study at University City (20 S 33rd St)
Best budget hotels
Club Quarters Rittenhouse Square (1628 Chestnut St)
Kasa the Niche University City (4003 Chestnut St)
Sonesta Philadelphia Rittenhouse Square (1800 Market St)
We also recommend checking out VRBO or Airbnb for alternative accommodations.