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Space to Convene

Convention Center
Convention Center
Hutchinson’s modern, versatile, and very functional Convention Center is conveniently located in the center of our E-Loop at the Grand Prairie Hotel.
The combination of the spacious halls and smaller meeting rooms provides
45,000 sq. ft. of banquet and conference space with state-of-the-art technology.
An exciting 28,000 sq. ft. space-themed indoor water park is also located at the
Grand Prairie Hotel.
Inside Convention Center





KUSM Meeeting Room Kansas Underground Salt Museum
Take your meetings, celebrations, and get-togethers to a whole new level. Uniquely located 650 feet below ground, the Events Room at the Kansas Underground Salt Museum seats up to 250 people.

You'll find it's calm and comfortable -- an exotic subterranean world where it's always 68° with 45% relative humidity. Information is available by calling 620-662-1425.

Hutchinson Community College
Our centrally located community college (HCC) offers three wellequipped, attractive meeting facilities.

Shears Technology CenterRichard & Jack Parker Student Union
On-site food service, meeting and banquet facilities as well as theatre seating highlight the features provided. Call 620-665-3517 for more information.

Shears Technology Center
Also located on the campus of Hutchinson Community College, the Technology Theater provides seating for 109 in a state-of-the-art venue. Call 620-665-3550.

Stringer Fine Arts Center
Another outstanding HCC facility, the Center’s Recital Hall and Gallery Theater can cater to banquet or reception needs in a very comfortable setting.
For additional details, call 620-665-3503.

Memorial Hall Memorial Hall
The historic hall has a stage, an open floor, and fixed seating in balconies.

Originally built in 1911, it recently has been thoroughly renovated and updated.

Memorial Hall can provide seating for 2,334 people.
Information is available by calling 620-663-5861.

KSF - Domestic Arts Building Kansas State Fairgrounds
Home to more than 230 events annually in addition to the Kansas State Fair, the facilities at the Kansas State Fairgrounds offer several versatile and
spacious options for any occasion. A comprehensive master plan for the Kansas State Fair has provided upgrades to existing structures as well as the addition of new structures to enhance the environment and the functional aspects of the fairgrounds. The Fair facilities offer a wide variety of suitable ccommodations for trade shows, receptions, KSF-Meadowlark Buiding company parties, and other celebrations. The handsomely-renovated Domestic Arts Building has 13,000 square feet of air-conditioned comfort with a demonstration kitchen, while the Cottonwood Court can accommodate 700 people in addition to hosting small gatherings in its private meeting room.

The Sunflower North and South Buildings are each 18,000 square feet while the Meadowlark Building offers 40,000 square feet of clear-span space. All three facilities are air-conditioned and have concession areas.

The Encampment Building has two spacious halls and Hansen Auditorium with theater-style seating. The Prairie Pavilion is a new 92,000 square feet multi-purpose facility with innumerable possibilities.

For more information on renting fairground facilities, contact the Kansas State Fair at 800-362-FAIR.
Dillon Nature CenterDillon Nature Center- Fall Dillon Nature Center
Host your next event in the beauty of natural surroundings.

Meeting and banquet space is available at this unique and breathtaking setting on the northeast corner of Hutchinson.

For more information about Dillon Nature Center, call 620-663-7411.


Kansas Cosmosphere Kansas Cosmosphere
One of America’s premiere space museums, the Kansas Cosmosphere and Space Center is also one of the area’s most exciting and unique locations for group functions.

With the ability to host everything from small business lunches to large formal events and parties, the wide range of rooms and entertainment options at the Cosmosphere allow for maximum flexibility.

 

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