About The Martin L. Doordan Institute

Flexible Spaces. Seamless Service. Unforgettable Experiences.

A Premier Event Venue in Annapolis

Located within Luminis Health Anne Arundel Medical Center, The Martin L. Doordan Institute is a premier conference and event venue designed to bring people together for meaningful experiences. Combining modern event facilities, advanced technology, and exceptional service, the Doordan Institute provides a versatile setting for conferences, corporate meetings, educational programs, fundraisers, galas, and community events.

 

With over 20,000 square feet of flexible event space, breathtaking views of the Annapolis skyline, and a spacious outdoor terrace, the venue offers a distinctive environment that blends professionalism, comfort, and convenience. Whether you’re planning an intimate board meeting or a large-scale conference, our team is committed to helping create a seamless and memorable event experience.

Why Choose the Doordan Institute?

Our venue features a large conference center, multiple classrooms, breakout spaces, and a beautiful outdoor terrace that can be configured to accommodate a variety of event styles and attendance levels.

Exceptional Location

Conveniently located in Annapolis, Maryland, the Doordan Institute offers easy access for local and regional attendees while providing stunning views of the city’s skyline.

Flexible Event Spaces

Advanced Technology

From video conferencing and live presentations to teleconferencing and audiovisual support, our technology infrastructure helps ensure your event runs smoothly from start to finish.

Dedicated Event Support

Our experienced team works closely with event organizers to coordinate logistics, technology, room configurations, and venue needs, helping bring every event vision to life.

Designed for Every Occasion

The Doordan Institute proudly hosts a wide variety of events, including:

Conferences & Seminars

Host engaging conferences, educational sessions, and multi-day programs with flexible room configurations and advanced audiovisual capabilities.

Corporate Meetings & Retreats

Create productive environments for board meetings, leadership retreats, workshops, training sessions, and team-building events.

Medical Education Programs

Support healthcare learning with technology-equipped spaces ideal for CME events, clinical training, presentations, and live broadcasts.

Association Meetings

Bring members together for annual meetings, networking events, professional development programs, and industry conferences.

Galas & Fundraisers

Elevate your next fundraising event or formal gathering with elegant event spaces, customizable layouts, and stunning Annapolis views.

Community Events & Celebrations

From receptions and award ceremonies to community gatherings and special occasions, our venue offers a welcoming space for meaningful connections.

A Space That Brings People Together

At the Doordan Institute, every event is an opportunity to connect, learn, celebrate, and make a lasting impact. We take pride in providing a venue where ideas are shared, relationships are built, and memorable

Our Generous Donors

The Martin L. Doordan Institute would not exist without the generous support of our founding donors. Each space within our facility is named in honor of these philanthropic leaders who share our vision for excellence in healthcare education and community service.

John and Cathy Belcher Conference Center

Our main 4,300 sq ft conference space

Mr. and Mrs. Francis Gardiner, Jr. Classroom

640 sq ft educational space

The Friends Foundation Classroom

640 sq ft training facility

Barry and Mary Gassett Classroom

896 sq ft meeting space

Kathy and Jerry Wood Foundation Classroom

1,056 sq ft versatile room

Ellen and Jim Pierce Classroom

266 sq ft intimate space

Plan Something Memorable

Whether you’re organizing a corporate meeting, educational conference, fundraising gala, or special celebration, the Doordan Institute offers the space, technology, and support to help bring your vision to life. Our team is here to guide you through every step of the planning process and ensure your event is both seamless and memorable.