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Toni Morrison Multipurpose Room

This versatile multipurpose room is designed to accommodate a range of events with its adaptable layout. Equipped with a partition system, the space can effortlessly be divided into two separate areas, allowing for simultaneous activities or independent functions. Whether splitting the room in two or keeping one open area, the floor-to-ceiling windows, and the neutral and modern design, make this an ideal venue for meetings, conferences, workshops, and social gatherings.

Location

18 Sission Place, Ithaca, NY 14850

The full capacity of Toni Morrison Multipurpose Room is 168 for standing receptions only. The capacity varies based on set-up with banquet seating at 104 guests.

Rental Fee

The rental fee is $650 per day for the Toni Morrison Multipurpose Room. Toni Morrison has basic tables and chairs available for use. There are additional charges for any staffing, catering, or rentals. Conference and Event Services will work with you on the specifics of your event to provide a full quote.

History

Opened in 2021, the hall is named for Toni Morrison, the first African American woman to win the Nobel Prize in Literature. Morrison earned a B.S. in English in 1953 at Howard University and a master’s degree in American literature in 1955 at Cornell. An A.D. White Professor-at-Large at Cornell from 1997 to 2003, Morrison returned to the Ithaca campus numerous times over the years. 

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Exterior of the Toni Morrison Hall building.
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Podium with Cornell seal.
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View of Toni Morrison Multipurpose room highlighting large wall of windows.
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View of Toni Morrison Multipurpose room highlighting large wall of windows.
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Seating configuration with tables and chairs in a 'U' shape.
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View of Toni Morrison Multipurpose room highlighting room divider..
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Chairs, tables, and TV monitors in Toni Morrison Hall.
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View of Toni Morrison Multipurpose room highlighting large wall of windows.
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Seating configuration with tables and chairs in a 'U' shape.

Exterior of the Toni Morrison Hall building.
Podium with Cornell seal.
View of Toni Morrison Multipurpose room highlighting large wall of windows.
View of Toni Morrison Multipurpose room highlighting large wall of windows.
Seating configuration with tables and chairs in a 'U' shape.
View of Toni Morrison Multipurpose room highlighting room divider..
Chairs, tables, and TV monitors in Toni Morrison Hall.
View of Toni Morrison Multipurpose room highlighting large wall of windows.
Seating configuration with tables and chairs in a 'U' shape.