Conferences and meeting rooms at WPI

The WPI campus offers a number of meeting spaces suitable for many types of events ranging from small meetings to extravagant affairs.   At the hub of activity on campus, our Rubin Campus Center offers our largest meeting space, the Odeum. This room, with its state-of-the-art features, is our most flexible space and was designed to host everything from lectures, to catered banquets. 

Our second largest meeting space on campus, Alden Hall, is a favorite. Built in 1940, it boasts cathedral ceilings, stained glass windows, and  a large stage.  It is a popular spot for performances but also offers great ambiance for more elegant affairs. 

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Weddings and Social Events
Social events include: Bridal/baby showers, rehearsal dinners, retirement receptions, corporate holiday parties, celebration of life/bereavements 
Please note that we do not host proms or graduation/birthday parties.

Higgins House:
One of our most unique locations WPI has to offer is the Higgins House.  With unique ambiance and charm; this Old English Tudor offers the perfect intimate venue for smaller groups. 

Great Hall hosts up to 56 guests for a banquet using round tables (with no dance floor) and up to 60 for ceremony style. Should you wish to host more, the outside courtyard would need to be reserved (see tent rental costs below).  The first floor of house can host up to 80 occupants (number spread out between 4 rooms), The top floor of house cannot be accessed for or during an event.
In the event of inclement weather,  both ceremony and reception would require use of a tent. 

Alden Hall:
Built in 1940, Alden Hall boasts cathedral ceilings, stained glass windows, and  a large stage.  It is a popular spot for performances but also offers great ambiance for more elegant affairs. Banquet style seating for up to 300.

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If you're interested in using Higgins House gardens you must reach out to the Conference & Event Services office to reserve the space. There is a fee of $100 per hour.