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About Clowes Auditorium at Indianapolis Public Library
Welcome to Clowes Auditorium, a versatile, private event space nestled within the Indianapolis Public Library's Central Library. With theater-style seating for 300, this intimate yet professional venue is ideal for corporate events, lectures, concerts, theatre, and intimate performances. Located in downtown Indianapolis, Clowes Auditorium combines a refined setting with convenient access to parking, transit, and nearby hospitality.
Whether you’re planning a keynote, a small concert, or a literary reading, we’ve got you covered with straightforward, reliable ticketing and venue information.
Parking is available at the Central Library Parking Garage on Pennsylvania Street (841 N Pennsylvania St). Parking details and rates are posted by the library, and some events may include parking in the rental package. The garage hours align with library hours to simplify your visit.
Transit options are abundant in downtown Indianapolis. IndyGo provides route maps and transit information, and the Central Library serves as a well-known downtown hub with route maps available on site. For guests from out of town, consider nearby lodging options like JW Marriott Indianapolis, Omni Severin Hotel, and Hilton Garden Inn Downtown Indianapolis to enhance your stay. We can help you secure convenient accommodations and dining experiences in the area.
Clowes Auditorium has hosted notable events such as the Indy Cinema Series at Central Library, the Indy Public Library Foundation Concert Series, and Vonnegut Library events, underscoring its versatility and community focus. For accessibility, the auditorium offers hearing loop support and accessible seating options, ensuring a comfortable experience for all guests.
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Seating, Parking & Venue Information
- Capacity: 300 seats (theater-style seating) as a dedicated rental space within the Central Library.
- Address: 40 East Saint Clair Street, Indianapolis, IN 46204.
- Venue type: Private event/auditorium space inside The Indianapolis Public Library's Central Library complex; suitable for corporate events, lectures, concerts, and theatre.
- Seating/chart: Theater-style seating for 300; hearing loop available in the auditorium; accessible seating options available.
- Parking: Central Library Parking Garage on Pennsylvania Street (841 N Pennsylvania St); pricing shown on the library site; some events include parking in rental; garage hours align with library hours.
- Transit: IndyGo route maps and transit information available; Central Library is a known downtown hub with nearby transit options; route maps are stocked at Central Library.
- Nearby hotels: JW Marriott Indianapolis (10 S West St), Omni Severin Hotel (40 West Jackson Place), Hilton Garden Inn Downtown Indianapolis (10 East Market St).
- Notable events hosted: Indy Cinema Series at Central Library Clowes Auditorium; Indy Public Library Foundation Concert Series; Vonnegut Library events have been held at Clowes Auditorium.
- Renamed/demolished: No reports of demolition or renaming of Clowes Auditorium; it remains part of the Central Library and is listed as Clowes Auditorium on official library pages.