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Ohio State University - Fawcett Center

2400 Olentangy River Rd., Columbus, OH, USA, 43210
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About us

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
Built1967
Renovated2017
Total meeting space29,000 sq. ft.
Guest Rooms-
Venue typeConference center

Industry Ratings

AAA

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

Seasonal Availability

Match your event dates with this hotel’s availability. Low seasons tend to have better availability.
High season
Sep 01 - Sep 30Apr 01 - Apr 30Mar 01 - Mar 31Oct 01 - Oct 31
Shoulder season
Feb 01 - Feb 28Nov 01 - Nov 30May 01 - May 31Aug 01 - Aug 31
Low season
Jul 01 - Jul 31Jan 01 - Jan 31Dec 01 - Dec 31Jun 01 - Jun 30

Meeting rooms

Total meeting space
29,000 sq. ft.
Largest room
3,640 sq. ft.
Space (private)
17,660 sq. ft.
Meeting rooms
12
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
--
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 mi
Parking in the area
Complimentary parking
Bus parking

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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

We do not allow outside food or beverages, must use our in-house catering services. Glitter is not permitted in any event spaces. Open flames are not allowed (LED candles are welcome). Popcorn is not permitted in the facility.

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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