People talking at a reception in a large room

Johnson Great Room

McNamara’s most unique meeting room also perfect for holiday parties

Big balloons on ceiling

This gorgeous room is perfect for either a meeting or a celebration. Its superior built-in AV including two-way video and audio capabilities make it a popular choice among Minneapolis meeting planners for in-person and hybrid meetings. With its dimensional wood ceiling and copper walls, it is also a lovely setting for celebrations including holiday parties, wedding ceremonies and fundraisers.

Johnson Great Room Capacities & Floorplans

Reception

180

Theater

176

Plated Dining

120

Buffet Dining

90

Classroom

96

Conference

40

Conference U

32

Johnson Great Room Features

2,000 sq. feet
Podium and microphone
Data and video projector
Built–in 10’ x 14’ screen
Lapel microphone
2 Handheld wireless microphones

Direct TV
Internet
Computer connection
Lighting choices
Candle-lit fireplace
Background music Windows

Johnson Great Room Rental

$1,800

$100/hr for rental beyond 6 hours

$50/hr if outside of M-F 7 a.m. to 6 p.m.

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See for Yourself

Did you know that the Johnson Room was featured in an award-winning music video for the song “Drive” by the California band Incubus?

Posing with Goldy Gopher — University Events

As the premier event venue on the University of Minnesota Minneapolis campus, our team helps facilitate more than 400 University events a year including graduations, faculty trainings, poster sessions and alumni gatherings.

Three people at a conference — Conferences

With a built-in stage and AV including 2 large screens and virtual streaming capabilities, Memorial Hall is a great room for a conference keynote address and large meetings.

Wedding couple outside McNamara — Weddings

Having earned a spot in the Top 50 Places to Get Married in the U.S. by Brides magazine, our Memorial Hall is a stunning backdrop for weddings up to 400 guests. University Hall is an intimate setting for celebrations up to 150 people.

Gala table setting — Galas

When combined with adjacent rooms for check-in and silent auction, Memorial Hall is perfect for fundraising galas or large holiday parties. Along with an adjacent parking ramp and connected hotel, McNamara has many conveniences.