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PRCC Essex Banquet

The Essex Room All

The largest event space in the Paul Robeson Campus Center, combining all three Essex sections into one expansive, high-capacity event space.

What to Know Before You Book

Reserving Essex Room All includes Essex West 231, Essex Central 232, and Essex East 233 as one continuous event space. Because all three sections function as a single room during the reservation, the space cannot be reconfigured into smaller sections once confirmed.

Large events may require additional staffing, security, or technical support depending on attendance, event format, and production needs.

Key Features

  • Full combination of Essex West 231, Essex Central 232, and Essex East 233
  • Movable airwalls opened to create one continuous event space
  • Four built-in projection screens and projectors
  • Integrated sound system throughout the space
  • Compatible with expanded staging configurations
  • Ideal for large conferences, banquets, ceremonies, and campus events
Essex Room External Client Banquet Style

Essex Room All – Room Specific Details

    • Banquet Rounds–264
    • Circle of Chairs–150
    • Classroom–180
    • Closed Conference Square–60
    • Hollow Conference Square–80
    • Standing Reception–500
    • Vendor Table/Fair–50 tables
    • Theater Row–400
    • U-Shape Conference–80
    • Empty Room–900

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

    • Four (4) fixed projectors and projection screens
    • Integrated sound system throughout the combined space
    • Wireless handheld and lavalier microphones available upon request
    • HDMI input capability
    • 200A 3-phase power available

    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
    • Exterior door must remain closed except when directed by ECS staff

Reserve the Essex Room All

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