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About Clapp Auditorium

Welcome to the Cornelia Clapp Auditorium, the primary theater-style space at the Marine Biological Laboratory (MBL) in Woods Hole, MA. This venue hosts scientific talks, film screenings, and community events in a classic lecture-hall setting. Whether you’re attending a keynote, public lecture, or film screening, here’s what you need to know to secure your seats and plan your visit.

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The Clapp Auditorium at MBL offers thoughtful sightlines and a traditional layout that suits lectures and screenings, with clear guidance to help you find your place. Seating arrangements are designed for comfortable viewing during lengthy presentations.

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Parking is limited at MBL. Plan ahead: on-site MBL parking permits are available for staff and event attendees, and there is an off-site Devil’s Lane lot with a shuttle service to the Lillie Building. For larger events, additional shuttles operate during peak months to keep things moving smoothly. If you’re arriving by public transit, the Cape Cod Regional Transit Authority serves Sealine/Woods Hole routes, and seasonal Whoosh shuttles connect Woods Hole to nearby areas. The MBL also operates its own shuttle during peak periods to minimize wait times.

When you’re visiting, consider nearby lodging and dining options to make the most of your Woods Hole stay. The Woods Hole Inn offers cozy accommodations steps from the waterfront, while Sands of Time provides a relaxing nautical-inspired retreat. Treehouse Lodge and other Falmouth-area hotels offer a range of stays for different budgets. For meals, you’ll find casual cafés to seafood-focused eateries in Woods Hole and nearby Falmouth. We partner with trusted local hotels and restaurants where available to help you secure comfortable stays and convenient dining during your visit.

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Notable events at Cornelia Clapp Auditorium include public science talks, film screenings, and local community programs. If you’re attending a performance or talk, check the event page for venue notes such as accessibility services or seating changes. We’ve got you covered with up-to-date, practical details to help you secure your seats and enjoy your Woods Hole experience.

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Seating, Parking & Venue Information

  • Location: Marine Biological Laboratory, Lillie Building, 7 MBL Street, Woods Hole, MA 02543.
  • Capacity: 523 person.
  • Venue type: Theater-style lecture auditorium (the MBL's larger Clapp Auditorium).
  • Seating chart: seating arrangement and row mapping exists (Cornelia Clapp Auditorium).
  • Renamed/named: officially referred to as Cornelia Clapp Auditorium.
  • Parking: parking is extremely limited; MBL parking permits and off-site Devil's Lane lot with a shuttle to the Lillie Building.
  • Transit: Cape Cod Regional Transit Authority (Sealine/Woods Hole) and seasonal Whoosh shuttle; MBL operates its own shuttle during peak months.
  • Nearby hotels: Woods Hole Inn, Sands of Time, Treehouse Lodge (and other Falmouth area options).
  • Notable events: Ecosystems Center 50th Anniversary Celebration held at Cornelia Clapp Auditorium; Woods Hole Film Festival has used Clapp/Lillie spaces for screenings.