Penn State Altoona's Devorris Downtown Center has the staff and resources to work with you to plan your successful program.
Hosting a conference, seminar, or workshop is an ideal way for your organization to address important issues and trends. Make it happen…
The Penn State Altoona Devorris Downtown Center is ideal for your large interactive presentations as well as your small group discussions and training seminars.*
- facilities include two A/V equipped modern meeting rooms, a technology classroom, and a full-feature auditorium
- the rooms are located in a quiet, sound-resistant environment to ensure privacy and comfort for your meeting
- each room is equipped w/internet access on laptop computer, LCD projector, and DVD/VCR player
- overhead projectors, whiteboards, and flipcharts are also available
- the Center's lobby area is suitable for registration, coffee breaks, and small gatherings
Whether accommodating four or 373 participants, the center offers competitively priced facilities, services, and meals.
CONTACT US!
Penn State Altoona
Devorris Downtown Center
1431 Twelfth Avenue
Altoona, PA 16601
814-949-5777
fax: 814-949-5776
Directions to the Penn State Altoona
Devorris Downtown Center
(formerly known as the Downtown Conference Center)
1431 12th Ave
Altoona, PA 16601
814-949-5777
- From Pittsburgh and West: Rt. 22E to Rt. 220/I-99N to (Exit 33) 17th Street*
- From Erie and Points Northwest: Rt. 79S to Rt. 422E to Rt. 22E to Rt. 220/I-99N to (Exit 33) 17th Street*
- From Harrisburg and Philadelphia: PA Turnpike to Bedford (Exit 11) to Rt. 220/I-99N to (Exit 33) 17th Street*
- From Points Northeast: I-80W to Milesburg exit, take Route 220/I-99S to (Exit 33) 17th Street*
* FROM THE 17TH STREET EXIT:
- Stay on 17th St. until it ends at 12th Ave
- Turn right on 12th Ave
- The Penn State Altoona Devorris Downtown Center is 1 ˝ blocks ahead on the right
- Permit parking is a available in specified city parking lots. Please contact your meeting planner for parking lot directions and permits.
Auditorium 373 seats theater style
- 77 tablet arm chairs
- ideal for large meetings, lectures, presentations, general sessions, and seminars
- theater-style seating capacity for 373 including 77 tablet armchairs
- high-tech sound system, good acoustics and a 40-foot screen
- floor area suitable for dining capacity of 50
Meeting/Classrooms
Room 1 (seats 60, classroom/lecture style)
Room 3 (seats 40, classroom/lecture style)
Room 5 Computer Lab
Capacity: 18
- 18 laptop computers configured with the latest hardware and software
- classroom seating for 18 (no computers used)
- rent the lab solely for your training program or participate in a public training program
Conference Room Seats 10
FULL FACILITY RENTAL
Building Supervision
Equipment and Services
- lights/sound in auditorium — price quoted upon request for intricate set-ups that require technician
- audio/visual and other equipment included with room rental price
- overhead and screen
- slide projector and screen
- DVD/VCR and monitor
- data/video (LCD) projector
- easel/flipchart with markers
- podium with cordless microphone in auditorium only
Reproduction Services
Food Services
- food and beverage services provided upon request — pricing may vary
Parking Fees
Devorris Downtown Center attendee parking fees included with room rental fees
- non-rental events—$1/vehicle
*Note: Half Day is considered 3 hours or less
