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Welcome to Benedict College’s on-campus venue, the Benjamin E. Mays Human Resources Center Arena (HRC Arena) inside the Benedict College Gymnasium. This multi-purpose facility hosts Benedict College Tigers basketball and volleyball, as well as convocations, ceremonies, and special events. With a capacity of 3,500 seats, the arena is a central hub for campus life in Columbia, South Carolina.
Whether you’re attending a game, a graduation, or a campus event, this page provides essential details to help you plan your visit. We’ve got you covered with seating information, parking, transportation options, and nearby hotel and restaurant recommendations so you can secure your seats with ease.
Address: 1600 Harden Street, Columbia, SC 29204. The arena resides within Benedict College and is commonly referred to as HRC Arena, though its official name reflects the Benjamin E. Mays Human Resources Center Arena. The venue supports SIAC athletics and a range of campus events, including homecoming activities and graduation ceremonies. For current events, check the official Benedict College event calendar and follow affiliated partners for updates.
Seating and capacity: 3,500 seats. Note that there is no publicly published official seating chart; third-party seating layouts are available from providers like TickPick and SimpleSeats to help you plan view and access.
Parking and access: On-campus parking is available with commuter parking permits. Campus police manage parking, and Benedict provides a campus shuttle for events to assist attendees getting to and from the arena. Transit routes nearby include bus lines 2, 12, 42, 501, and 701, offering convenient options for guests traveling to and from the campus.
Nearby hotels (prioritized): Home2 Suites by Hilton Columbia Downtown, Graduate Columbia, Marriott Columbia (Downtown), Holiday Inn Downtown, and other nearby options. When booking, consider affiliate partner recommendations for potential deals and convenience near Benedict College. For meals before or after events, the surrounding downtown area boasts a range of restaurants to fit any preference.
Notable events: Benedict College athletics home games, homecoming activities such as campus events hosted at the arena, and convocations or graduation ceremonies. For the latest schedule and event details, refer to Benedict College’s official channels and event listings.
Links to official social media and related sites: Benedict College official site, Benedict College Athletics, and the venue page. For quick access, you can also explore the college’s social media profiles and partner hotel/restaurant listings through our recommendations.
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Seating, Parking & Venue Information
- Address: 1600 Harden Street, Columbia, SC 29204.
- Official venue name: Benjamin E. Mays Human Resources Center Arena (HRC Arena); home to Benedict College Tigers basketball and volleyball.
- Capacity: 3,500 seats.
- Venue type: On-campus multi-purpose gym/arena used for SIAC athletics and campus events (convocations, ceremonies, etc.).
- Seating chart: No publicly published official seating chart; third-party charts exist (e.g., TickPick, SimpleSeats).
- Parking: On-campus parking with commuter parking permits; campus police regulate; Benedict provides a campus shuttle for events.
- Transit: On-campus shuttle service; nearby public transit routes serve the campus (bus lines 2, 12, 42, 501, 701).
- Nearby hotels: Home2 Suites by Hilton Columbia Downtown, Graduate Columbia, Marriott Columbia, Holiday Inn Downtown, etc.
- Notable events hosted: Benedict basketball/volleyball at HRC Arena; Homecoming events (e.g., 2012 Homecoming Step Show at HRC Arena); convocations and graduation ceremonies (e.g., 2025 graduation moved to the arena).
- Renaming: Formerly Mays Arena; commonly referred to as HRC Arena, officially named Benjamin E. Mays Human Resources Center Arena.