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4.2 Promoting Local* BUSINESS Dscnl,.e how you will prorrnte lodging estailisllrents. restaurants, and business localed ilr l(ttitas Qrnty We will promote lodging establishments, restaurants, and businesses located in Kittitas County in a variety of methods. Throughout ihe year, we have a number of special exhibits, programs, and events to promote the topic of a particular exhibit. We wrrk with local businesses and other non-profits to co-market these events which increase e&osure for both panies. We anticipate to feature a number of these particular businesses through our exhibit upgrades and through references on our \rebsite as links; through the virtual lectures were they have a full screen of information that sends people to local resources lo plan trips; promotion through our social media accounts, especially as facts about businesses through our "Did You KnoW' notes; and ihrough our videos and newsletters that encourage individuals to visit and stay locally. Currently the Museum has an entire exhibit room ol 2,400 square feet plus an additional space of 600 square feet that features local businesses past and present. As exhibits update, there are v1€ys to incorporate information on current local businesses. Addiiionally, plans are in the ra,orks to have specialized e*ribits on local automobile dealerships that have existed past and present and the Kittitas Reclamation District. We have worked with lron Horse Brerirery for an upcoming project. We also have a display at the Hotel Windrow, and are looking for additional collaborative projects in and around Kittitas County. Oiher plans to promote local lodging establishments, restaurants, and businesses include tour and event sponsorships, exhibit and programnting partnerships, and through opportunities to provide historic research, photographs, and information for the business which is a great collaborative effort that co-promotes the business and museum. For example, we have provided information to the Red Pickle about the Black and White Service Station building in Ellensburg, and we are actively rrorking with businesses in Ellensburg, Kittitas, Cle Elum, Roslyn, and Easton. Museum staff and volunteers also provide wcrd of mouth recommendations and print materials at the museum for individuals interested in local lodging establishments, restaurants, and businesses. 2500 oharacter l,ryit 4.3 Flost Hotel*ls lhere a lrcst hotel for your event or granl project? lf yes, list the hotel. GNo I YES, 5l Future Plans Please explain what plans exist to allow this project to become self-sustaining. Include any plans for ticket sales, event sponsors, and other cost-recovery models.