Rhode Island School of Design
Event Types Welcomed
Unique Venue Feature
♦ Stop by the Nature Lab to examine specimens from the natural world and discover the wonder and complexities of design in nature.
♦ Enroll in a group Continuing Education course and bond in the joy of shared learning.
♦ Head down to Tillinghast Place and enjoy a picnic on the grounds or a stroll on the beach.
About
Located in the heart of downtown Providence, RISD makes Providence among the most culturally active and creative cities in the region. RISD is a top-rated art and design school and shares interest from a wide array of organizations. Supported by unique settings such as the Nature Lab, Fleet Library, and the RISD Museum, RISD is a highly desirable location to host conferences and events. RISD’s ease of access from highway, rail, and air add in making the venue a prime location to host groups, and the campus also provides affordable access to housing during the nonacademic year.
From galleries to auditoriums to conference rooms, RISD’s wide array of spaces can accommodate small and large events such as meetings, receptions, dinners, and lectures. The RISD Auditorium can hold up to 550 guests in traditional stadium-style seating while a smaller, more intimate auditorium in the RISD Museum can accommodate up to 200 people. Reception spaces in galleries and traditional classrooms are also available, depending on your event needs. There are several scenic outdoor spaces that can be utilized for festivities in the warmer months.
RISD’s Campus Services department is available as a resource to assist you in planning conferences and events on campus. The staff has years of experience planning events, as well as knowledge of campus resources and relationships with local service providers that enable them to ensure that any event planned at RISD is a success.
Meeting & Event Spaces
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20 Washington Place Auditorium
AV Capabilites Include: AirPlay, one fixed microphone at lectern, five mobile microphones, projector and screen, stereo sound, and dimable lighting.
- 1,833 Sq. Ft.
- 170 Theatre Style
- Floorplan Layout
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RISD Auditorium
AV Capabilites include: AirPlay, fixed lectern microphone, handheld microphones, stage lighting, house PA system, livestreaming and video capability
- 6,405 Sq. Ft.
- 550 Theatre Style
- Floorplan Layout
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Grand Gallery, RISD Museum
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Metcalf Auditorium, RISD Museum
- 200 Theatre Style
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20 Washington Place, Room 102
AV capabilities include: AirPlay, two digital touch screens, projector and screen, and stereo sound.
- 2,271 Sq. Ft.
- Floorplan Layout
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College Building, Room 412
AV capabilities include: AirPlay, DVD player, projector and screen
- 918 Sq. Ft.
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Fleet Library, Main Reading Room
- 598 Sq. Ft.
- 90 Banquet Style
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Ewing Multicultural Center, Room 100
AV capabilites include: Screen and airplay
- 860 Sq. Ft.
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Tillinghast Place
Tented events can be set up a short walk from the beach!
- 250 Banquet Style
- Floorplan Layout
Food & Beverage Options
Accommodations
Overnight Room Attributes
Featured Amenities
Venue Location + Transportation
Address
20 Washington Place,
Providence, Rhode Island 02903
Transportation
Nearby Airport
Nearby International Airport
Parking
Parking on Site: No
Things to Know
Catering
In-house catering available
Must Use In-House Catering: Yes
External Catering Allowed: Yes
Can Bring In Own Food: No
Food And Beverage Onsite: Yes
Do You Offer Tables, Chairs, And Linens?: Yes
Venue Policies
Alcohol Consumption: Yes
Smoking Permitted: No
Technology
Guest Wi-Fi: Free
Onsite Tech Support: Yes
Wi-Fi In Meeting Space: Yes
- Projector Screen
- Microphones
- Sound System