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About Clay Center

The Clay Center for the Arts & Sciences of West Virginia is a premier multi-arts complex in downtown Charleston. With the Maier Foundation Performance Hall (1,850 seats) and the Walker Theater (200 seats), the venue hosts a diverse calendar of performing arts, visual arts exhibits, and engaging science experiences. Whether you’re catching a symphony, a Broadway tour, a planetarium program, or a dynamic exhibit, you’ll find an accessible, family-friendly environment with easy-to-navigate spaces.

Below you’ll find practical details to help you plan your visit, from seating information and parking to transit options and nearby hotels and dining. We’ve got you covered so you can focus on enjoying the show.

Secure your seats with confidence at the Clay Center. We provide straightforward guidance and trusted affiliate recommendations for hotels and restaurants nearby, ensuring a convenient stay and great post-show meals. If you’re visiting for a world-class concert, a family science day, or a touring Broadway show, this page is your quick reference for everything you need in Charleston, West Virginia.

  • Parking lot on Washington Street across from the building; ParkMobile accepted; zone 31501; daily parking; accessible parking available; event parking is the best available price (cash only).
  • Transit: Served by Kanawha Valley Regional Transportation Authority (KVRA). Nearby bus lines include 18, 2, 21, 22, 3.
  • Nearby Hotels: Embassy Suites Charleston, Four Points by Sheraton Charleston, Charleston Marriott Town Center, Courtyard by Marriott Charleston Downtown/Civic Center, Holiday Inn Express Charleston-Civic Center, Hampton Inn Charleston Downtown Civic Center.
  • Venues & Capacity: Maier Foundation Performance Hall seats up to 1,850; Walker Theater seats up to 200 (movable black-box venue).
  • Notable Programs: West Virginia Symphony Orchestra, Broadway tours (e.g., Disney’s Frozen), Capstone Planetarium programs at Caperton Planetarium.
  • Access & Accessibility: The Clay Center is open for exhibitions and performances year-round with accessible seating and facilities at both performance spaces.

For the best experience, secure your tickets early and consider nearby lodging and dining options to complete your visit. If you need help finding the right show or seats, think of us as your local connection—we’ve got you.

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Seating, Parking & Venue Information

  • Venue type: multi-arts center with performing arts, visual arts, and science exhibits.
  • Maier Foundation Performance Hall seating: 1,850.
  • Walker Theater seating: up to 200 (movable black-box venue).
  • Address: 1 Clay Square, Charleston, WV 25301.
  • Parking: lot on Washington Street across from the building; ParkMobile; zone 31501; daily parking; accessible parking; special event parking $5 (cash only).
  • Transit: served by Kanawha Valley Regional Transportation Authority; nearby bus lines include 18, 2, 21, 22, 3.
  • Nearby hotels: Embassy Suites Charleston; Four Points by Sheraton Charleston; Charleston Marriott Town Center; Courtyard by Marriott Charleston Downtown/Civic Center; Holiday Inn Express Charleston-Civic Center; Hampton Inn Charleston Downtown Civic Center.
  • Notable hosted events: West Virginia Symphony Orchestra; Broadway tours (e.g., Disney’s Frozen shows in Charleston); capstone planetarium programs (Caperton Planetarium).
  • Renamed/demolished: not demolished or renamed; currently operating as The Clay Center for the Arts & Sciences of West Virginia.