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Ohio State University - Fawcett Center

2400 Olentangy River Rd., Columbus, OH, USA, 43210
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The Fawcett Event Center is situated just 15 minutes northwest of John Glenn International Airport and within a 10-minute drive of downtown Columbus. The Fawcett Center is conveniently located on the perimeter of The Ohio State University campus, offering easy access to all of the Columbus area's many attractions and plenty of parking. Points of interest in the Greater Columbus area include the University District, Short North Arts District, Ohio Theater, Martin Luther King Center, Columbus Zoo, COSI and Wexner Center for the Arts. The Fawcett Center offers over 16,000 square feet of meeting and banquet space accommodating groups of 10-495, including a fixed-seat conference theater. Two patio areas adjoining large meeting rooms provide beautiful outdoor event space. With dedicated meeting and wedding coordinators and creative catering options, The Fawcett Center is the perfect location for your next conference, retreat or social event. Amenities include Fawcett Cafe serving coffee beverage favorites, sandwiches, salads and snacks. Complimentary parking is provided for event guests.

Venue Details

ChainIndependent / Other
BrandIndependent
Built-
Renovated2017
Total meeting space-
Guest Rooms-
Venue typeConference center

Amenities

Room features and guest services
  • Internet access
Facilities
  • Onsite catering
  • Onsite restaurant
  • Space (outdoor)
  • Space (private)
  • Space (semi-private)
  • Wheelchair accessible
Business services
  • AV capabilities
Transportation
  • Airport shuttle
  • Bus
  • Taxi
Equipment
  • Loading dock
  • Staging area

Meeting rooms

Largest room
3,640 sq. ft.
Space (private)
17,660 sq. ft.
Meeting rooms
20
Second largest room
2,352 sq. ft.
Exhibit space
4,600 sq. ft.
Space (semi-private)
Available
Space (outdoor)
1,500 sq. ft.
Seating capacity
500

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Meeting space

Name
Room size
Maximum capacity
Banquet rounds
Theater
Classroom
Boardroom
Alumni Lounge
|
1,536 sq. ft.
-
112
90
112
90
-
Conference Theater
3,640 sq. ft.
-
500
-
500
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Ballroom (Rooms A, B, C, and D)
|
4,628 sq. ft.
-
340
340
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Clinton
2,052 sq. ft.
-
130
100
130
105
-
Delaware
420 sq. ft.
-
40
40
-
30
-
Fairfield
550 sq. ft.
-
40
24
40
21
-
Franklin/Hamilton
1,175 sq. ft.
-
75
50
75
50
-
Hancock
1,150 sq. ft.
-
84
50
84
50
-
Jefferson
|
560 sq. ft.
-
35
30
35
25
-

Location

Getting Here

Distance from airport 11.3 mi
Parking in the area
Complimentary parking
Bus parking

Local Attractions

University Hospitality District
Business district
1 blk
Hotels, Restaurants, Venues, Shopping and more! - 1025 Guest Rooms -- Limited, select and full service – Economy to luxury -- all close to meeting and conference facilities for up to 1000. Easy access from all directions. Just minutes from The Ohio State University and downtown Columbus.
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Wexner Center for the Arts
Wexner Center for the Arts
Museum
1 mi
The Wexner Center for the Arts at The Ohio State University is America's only fully multidisciplinary contemporary arts center rooted in a major research university. Our programs bring in leading artists and world-class scholars. And they're all waiting for you.
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The Schottenstein Center
Recreation
1 blk
The Schottenstein Center, with Value City Arena, is the home of Ohio State basketball and hockey, as well as an entertainment and concert venue. It also offers unique meeting space and suites perfect for special outings.
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Additional Information

Facility Restrictions

All food and beverage must be provided by venue.

Cancellation Policy

Specified on contract

Additional details

Major updates completed August, 2017. Additional updates 2021. The University Hospitality District area offers over 1,800 hotel rooms of all service levels within 2 miles. Most offer courtesy transportation to the Fawcett Center. www.uhdcolumbus.com

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Diversity and Inclusion

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Health and Safety

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