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Essex 232

Essex Central 232

A versatile event space and central section of the Essex Room, ideal for lectures, banquets, meetings, and expanded multi-room programs.

What to Know Before You Book

Essex Central 232 may be reserved independently while adjacent Essex sections are in use. Because the rooms are separated by movable airwalls, some sound transfer may occur depending on the event type and volume levels.

Key Features

  • Independently reservable section of the Essex Room
  • Movable airwalls on both sides
  • One fixed projection screen and projector
  • Integrated sound system
  • Supports modular staging
  • Centrally positioned for expanded configurations
Essex 232

Essex Central 232 - Room Specific Details

  • Essex Central 232 Only
    • Banquet Rounds–112
    • Circle of Chairs–30
    • Classroom–40
    • Closed Conference Square–40
    • Hollow Conference Square–50
    • Standing Reception–150
    • Theater Row–180
    • U-Shape Conference–40

    Final capacities are confirmed during the planning process based on staging, equipment, and safety requirements.

  • Essex Central 232 may be combined with adjacent sections to create larger contiguous event spaces.

    Essex West 231 + Essex Central 232
    • Banquet Rounds–184
    • Circle of Chairs–50
    • Classroom–100
    • Closed Conference Square–60
    • Hollow Conference Square–80
    • Standing Reception–200
    • Theater Row–200
    • U-Shape Conference–60
    Essex Central 232 + Essex East 233
    • Banquet Rounds–120
    • Circle of Chairs–50
    • Classroom–80
    • Closed Conference Square–40
    • Hollow Conference Square–50
    • Standing Reception–200
    • Theater Row–240
    • U-Shape Conference–50
    Essex West 231 + Essex Central 232 + Essex East 233 (Essex Room All)

    For full-room combined capacities, please refer to the Essex Room All page.

    • One (1) fixed projector and projection screen
    • Integrated sound system
    • Wireless handheld and lavalier microphones available upon request
    • HDMI input capability

    Projection and audio routing across all sections requires advance planning.

    • Modular staging available (6' × 8' stage decks; shared inventory across Essex spaces)
    • Dance floor available (up to 18' × 18')
    • Round and rectangular banquet tables available
    • Standard 6' × 30" and Skinny 6' × 18" tables available
      ECS tables do not include linens; linens may be rented separately.
    • Podium available upon request
    • Layout finalized during the planning process
    • Setup and breakdown are completed by the ECS Operations Crew
    • Same-day layout changes may result in additional staffing and equipment charges
    • Airwall positions cannot be changed once the reservation begins

Reserve Essex Central 232

Interested in hosting your event in Essex Central 232? Start the reservation process to check availability, discuss your event needs, and work with ECS staff to determine the best setup for your program.