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About Bennett Auditorium - USM

Welcome to Bennett Auditorium on the University of Southern Mississippi campus in Hattiesburg. A historic concert and lecture hall with a capacity of 997 seats, Bennett Auditorium is part of the Mannoni Performing Arts Center (MPAC). It hosts a mix of lectures, concerts, ceremonies, and special events featuring acclaimed speakers and performers. Whether you’re planning a night of culture or supporting a campus event, we’ve got you covered with practical info on seating, parking, transit, and nearby lodging and dining.

Note: Seating maps vary by event, and official public seating charts aren’t routinely published. We recommend confirming your seating details at the time of purchase. For travel planning, use the campus map and Parking Services information to find convenient lots and passes.

Located at 113 East Memorial Drive, Hattiesburg, MS 39406, Bennett Auditorium blends historic charm with modern performance capabilities. In addition to hosting the Southern Miss Symphony Orchestra and Founders’ Day festivities, the venue has welcomed legends and luminaries across literature and music—Maya Angelou, James Baldwin, Kurt Vonnegut, Ray Charles, Yo-Yo Ma, Wynton Marsalis, and Steve Martin have graced the stage. Nearby lodging choices include Hotel Indigo Hattiesburg, La Quinta Inn & Suites Hattiesburg, Courtyard by Marriott Hattiesburg, and Hilton Garden Inn Hattiesburg. For a convenient, friendly experience, secure your seats through our trusted partners and get accurate details for parking and transit before you arrive.

Parking on campus is available to visitors with passes obtainable at the campus welcome station. Hub City Transit serves USM with the Gold Route connecting to the campus, along with fixed-route and paratransit options. When attending events at Bennett Auditorium, consider nearby dining and hotel options for a comfortable trip to Hattiesburg’s cultural scene.

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Seating, Parking & Venue Information

  • Capacity: 997 seats (commonly cited; often rounded to ~1,000).
  • Address: 113 East Memorial Drive, Hattiesburg, MS 39406.
  • Venue type: Concert/lecture hall with limited theatrical capabilities; part of the Mannoni Performing Arts Center (MPAC) on USM’s campus.
  • Seating chart: Official public seating charts are not routinely published; event maps vary by show; third-party seating charts exist (e.g., TicketIQ).
  • Parking: On-campus parking with passes obtainable at the campus welcome station; USM’s campus map and parking info cover nearby lots.
  • Transit: Hub City Transit serves USM with a Gold Route connecting to the campus; fixed-route and paratransit options available.
  • Nearby hotels: Hotel Indigo Hattiesburg; La Quinta Inn & Suites Hattiesburg; Courtyard by Marriott Hattiesburg; Hilton Garden Inn Hattiesburg.
  • Notable events hosted: Bennett Auditorium hosts lectures, concerts and ceremonies; past performers include Maya Angelou, James Baldwin, Kurt Vonnegut, Ray Charles, Yo-Yo Ma, Wynton Marsalis, Steve Martin; also home to the Southern Miss Symphony Orchestra and annual events like Founders’ Day.
  • Renaming/demolition status: Opened in 1930, named for Claude Bennett; designated a historic landmark; there is ongoing preservation work but no evidence of demolition or renaming.