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Event spaces

Historic 1918 boathouse on Union Bay, gateway to Lake Washington. Seattle Landmark and National Register site near Husky Stadium and UW light rail. Features the Waterfront Great Room for events plus outdoor spaces with Cascade Mountain views and 350 feet of pristine waterfront.

Historic note: Historic UW rowing facility, featured in The Boys in the Boat

Capacity

Standing(?) 400

400 cocktail

Facilities

Parking Yes

Rental Policies

Rental Range —

Price Tier(?) Premium ($$$)

Alcohol(?) BYOB

UW facility with tiered pricing (UW/non-profit/external). Submit inquiries 21+ business days in advance. Alcohol requires WA State Banquet Permit and UW approval.

Contact

Website www.washington.edu/ima/waterfront/

Spaces (2)

Waterfront Great Room

Comfortable 66'x30' room (up to 100 guests) with Lake Washington views. Multiple layouts: standard, theater, classroom, banquet, conference, horseshoe. Includes kitchenette, projector, sound system, wireless mics, fireplace. Weekday rates from $125/2hrs (UW) to $750/2hrs (external). Only space where alcohol may be served.

Cap: 100

Sundeck & Outdoor Spaces

Adjoining outdoor deck for BBQs, picnicking, and enjoying wildlife. Twinkling outdoor lights, city light reflections on the water, and views of the Cascade Mountains. 350 feet of pristine waterfront access. Available in good weather with Great Room rental.

Cap: 75

Outdoor