On-Site Services


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The SOT 66th Annual Meeting and ToxExpo will be held March 14–17, 2027, at the Henry B. González Convention Center in San Antonio, Texas. This web page contains information on services that will be available at the Henry B. González Convention Center or nearby.

Address

Henry B. González Convention Center
900 E. Market Street
San Antonio, TX 78205

Business Center

The UPS Store is located in the lobby of Hall 2 in the Henry B. González Convention Center.

Address: 900 E. Market Street
San Antonio, TX 78205

Email: store4180@theupsstore.com

Telephone: 210.258.8950

Hours of Operation:
Monday–Friday: 9:00 AM–5:00 PM
Saturday: 10:00 AM–4:00 PM
Sunday: 6:00 AM–11:00 PM

Childcare Services

SOT will partner with a childcare service provider for the 2027 SOT Annual Meeting and ToxExpo. This web page will be updated when information on this service is available. Also, registrants are allowed to bring children under full parental/guardian control into the Scientific Sessions and the ToxExpo Exhibit Hall. For more on the SOT child policy, view the SOT Annual Meeting Policies.

First-Aid and Emergency Services

If an emergency occurs while at the Henry B. González Convention Center, please call 210.207.7773. You will be connected directly to the 24-hour manned Public Safety dispatcher at the Convention Center. If the emergency is life-threatening, please call 911 and then notify Public Safety at 210.207.7773.

A first-aid room is located inside Hall 2 and will be open each day of the meeting.

Food Services

Coffee Breaks

The ToxExpo exhibitors are pleased to sponsor complimentary coffee and tea in the ToxExpo Exhibit Hall Monday–Wednesday starting at 9:00 am while beverages last. See on-site signs in the Exhibit Hall for locations.

Concessions Stands

Concession services will be available in the ToxExpo Exhibit Hall, Monday–Wednesday, 10:00 am–2:00 pm. There will be open seating in the rear of the Exhibit Hall near the concession stands.

Refreshment Breaks

Enjoy a beverage and light snack in the ToxExpo Exhibit Hall on Monday and Wednesday, 2:30 pm–3:30 pm.

On Tuesday from 3:00 pm to 4:15 pm, the ToxExpo Exhibit Hall will be the place to enjoy an enhanced refreshment break with networking, mentoring, Poster Session presentations, and exhibit booth visits.

Restaurants

Dining spots and recommendations are available on the Visit San Antonio website.

Henry B. González Convention Center Dining
The Henry B. González Convention Center offers options for a quick snack or sit-down dining experience at three on-site dining locations: Broken Crust Cafe, Market Cafe, and El Puente Cafe.

The hours of operations vary daily for each outlet, and outlets are 100% cashless.

Inclusivity & Accessibility

SOT and the Henry B. González Convention Center are committed to providing an inclusive, accessible, and enjoyable experience while attending the SOT Annual Meeting and ToxExpo. If you need any services not listed on this web page, such as TDD devices, to support your full participation in the SOT Annual Meeting and ToxExpo, please indicate your needs while registering and contact Maureen Bayley at SOT Headquarters by email or phone (703.438.3115).

Accessibility

Physical and Mental Wellness

  • Nursing Mother’s Rooms

    The Henry B. González Convention Center offers nursing mother’s rooms located in the lobby corridor between Halls 3 and 4 and next to Room 215. These are dedicated private rooms equipped with comfortable furniture, power outlets, wastebaskets, a table, and paper towels. The rooms can be secured, and a restroom is located nearby.

  • Restrooms

    The Henry B. González Convention Center provides ample bathrooms that are easily accessible from all major event spaces, exhibition halls, and meeting rooms. The Convention Center is committed to inclusivity and convenience, featuring family and single-stall restrooms and ADA-compliant facilities to ensure comfort and accessibility for all guests.

  • Quiet Room

    As you navigate the whirlwind of sessions, networking, and the constant stream of information, the Quiet Room beckons, offering you a tranquil haven to gather your thoughts, find solace, and savor a moment of personal reflection. To maintain a serene environment, we kindly request that attendees respect the hushed atmosphere by silencing phones, minimizing conversations, and avoiding disruptive activities within this space.

    • Hours of Operation:
      Sunday–Wednesday 8:00 AM–5:00 PM

Internet Access at the Convention Center

Free Wireless Internet Access

SOT will provide free wireless internet access in the Henry B. González Convention Center where SOT events are being held. To connect to the free wireless internet, browse the available wireless networks, select the 2027SOT wireless network, and use the password SOTguest.

@SOT Center

Open daily in the Main Lobby near SOT Registration, the @SOT Center is where attendees can pick up ribbons for their badges, check email, print documents, and more.

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Managing Possessions

Lost and Found

All items should be taken to the SOT Office located in the Convention Center. Please note that any items remaining in the office after 5:30 pm on Wednesday, March 17, will be returned to SOT Headquarters in Reston, Virginia. Scientific Session posters left on boards in the Exhibit Hall on Monday and Tuesday will be placed on designated retrieval tables throughout the Exhibit Hall. However, any posters left on boards or on the retrieval tables after the Exhibit Hall closes at 4:30 pm on Wednesday will be destroyed.

If you have any questions regarding these policies, please contact SOT Headquarters.

SOT Operations

SOT Office

An SOT Office is located in the Convention Center. SOT leadership and staff use this office to conduct SOT business while on-site. Visit the office to report or reclaim lost-and-found items at the Convention Center.

  • Hours of Operation:
    Saturday 4:00 PM–6:00 PM
    Sunday 7:00 AM–7:00 PM
    Monday 7:00 AM–5:30 PM
    Tuesday 7:00 AM–5:30 PM
    Wednesday 7:00 AM–5:30 PM

SOT Pavilion

Stop by the SOT Pavilion (Booth #1218) anytime during ToxExpo hours to ask SOT-related questions, catch up with friends and colleagues, hold impromptu meetings, and learn about SOT activities, programs, and membership.

  • Hours of Operation:
    Monday 9:00 AM–4:30 PM
    Tuesday 9:00 AM–4:30 PM
    Wednesday 9:00 AM–4:30 PM