The Mendota Ballroom
The Mendota Ballroom offers 1,660 square feet, the perfect size for group functions ranging from 20 to 120 guests. The Mendota Ballroom features an attached foyer, The Mendota Gallery, ideal for coffee breaks or cocktail receptions. The Mendota Ballroom can be divided into three sections.
The Mendota Gallery
The Mendota Gallery serves as a pre-function space just outside The Mendota Ballroom. It can be used in conjunction with an event in The Mendota Ballroom.
Features
Size
1660 square feet
Room Dimensions
56.5 x 29.4 feet
Reception Capacity
200 people
Theater Capacity
170 people
Banquet Capacity
110 people
Classroom Capacity
90 people
Height
15.5 feet
Mendota A
A
19.6 x 29.4 ft.
577 sq. ft.
- Capacities
- Reception: 100
- Theatre: 48
- Banquet Rounds: 30
- Classroom: 25
- U-Shaped: 16
- Hollow Square: 20
- Conference: 20
Mendota B
A
17.1 x 29.4 ft.
502 sq. ft.
- Capacities
- Reception: 100
- Theatre: 48
- Banquet Rounds: 24
- Classroom: 20
- U-Shaped: 16
- Hollow Square: 20
- Conference: 20
Mendota C
A
19.9 x 29.4 ft.
584 sq. ft.
- Capacities
- Reception: 100
- Theatre: 48
- Banquet Rounds: 30
- Classroom: 25
- U-Shaped: 16
- Hollow Square: 20
- Conference: 20
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Offering 1,660 square feet, the perfect size for group functions ranging from 20 to 120 guests. The Mendota Ballroom features an attached foyer, The Mendota Gallery, ideal for coffee breaks or cocktail receptions. The Mendota Ballroom can be divided into three sections.