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McNamara Alumni Center

4.7(408)
Event Venue

About

The McNamara Alumni Center on the University of Minnesota campus offers a striking event space inspired by the region's wood, water, and copper landscape. Its ten versatile meeting rooms, filled with natural light and thoughtful design, accommodate conferences, symposiums, and corporate gatherings with ease.

Located just minutes from downtown Minneapolis and the airport, the venue pairs convenient access with a 500-car parking ramp connected by tunnel. On-site catering and a dedicated AV team ensure seamless hybrid meetings and well-served attendees, making McNamara a reliable choice for professional events that demand both style and functionality.

Best for

  • Hybrid conferences & symposiums
  • Large-scale corporate meetings
  • University-affiliated events

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Not sure which package fits? Tell us about your event and the venue will work with you to build the right experience from scratch.

What's typically included

  • Space & layout
  • Food & beverage
  • AV & technology

Venue Details

Standout features

Architecture inspired by Minnesota landscape
Architecture & Design
Architecture inspired by Minnesota landscape
The venue features design elements reflecting wood, water, and copper, creating a visually striking and thematic environment that connects with local character.
Seamless hybrid meeting tech support
Event Technology
Seamless hybrid meeting tech support
Advanced AV and tech support enable flawless hybrid in-person and Zoom meetings, ensuring smooth connectivity and high attendee satisfaction.
On-site catering with praised quality
Food & Beverage
On-site catering with praised quality
D'Amico catering provides highly regarded lunches and food service, earning consistent compliments from event attendees for quality and taste.

At a glance

Rated 4.7 on Google · 408 reviews