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About Cramton Auditorium

Welcome to Cramton Auditorium, officially Louis C. Cramton Auditorium, a versatile on-campus venue at Howard University in Washington, DC. With seating for up to about 1,500 guests, this historical space hosts concerts, lectures, ceremonies, fashion shows, film screenings, and campus events. Recent renovations have enhanced seating, lighting, and sound while preserving the venue’s character. Whether you’re planning a performance or attending an event, you’ll find accessible entrances, thoughtful design, and convenient amenities on site.

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Venue overview: Cramton Auditorium sits on the Howard University campus at 2455 6th St NW, Washington, DC 20059. The space accommodates a mix of large gatherings and intimate performances, with accessibility features including a dedicated accessible entrance and ramp access to lower-level seating. Note: there is no elevator at the main level. For planning, consider nearby transit options and parking guidelines to ensure a smooth experience from arrival to exit.

Notable moments at Cramton Auditorium include speeches and performances by prominent figures such as Kamala Harris, as well as landmark film screenings and concerts by Miles Davis, Herbie Hancock, Mary J. Blige, and other campus events. The venue has undergone renovations to improve seating, lighting, and sound while maintaining its historic vibe and Howard University pride.

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Seating, Parking & Venue Information

  • Location: 2455 6th St NW, Washington, DC 20059, on the Howard University campus.
  • Capacity: up to about 1,500 seats (max seated capacity listed around 1,508).
  • Venue type: on-campus university auditorium/performance space, hosting concerts, lectures, ceremonies, fashion shows, and screenings.
  • Seating chart: public floor plans are not widely published; accessibility seating is available, with a dedicated accessible entrance; there is no elevator at the main level and lower-level seating has ramp access.
  • Parking: on-site visitor parking via RunParking; metered street parking, free after certain hours; Howard lots for visitors (~$10) available on Howard’s parking policy page.
  • Transit: ~15-minute walk from Shaw/Howard University Metro (Green/Yellow Lines); D40 and D4X buses stop nearby.
  • Nearby hotels: several options within about 1 mile (examples include Line DC Hotel and other nearby properties; see local hotel guides for specifics).
  • Notable events hosted: speeches and performances by figures such as Kamala Harris (Nov 2022), Miles Davis and Herbie Hancock (1970), Jordan Peele Us screening (2019), Mary J. Blige (1992), and related campus events.
  • Renovation/updates: recent renovations upgraded seating, lighting, and sound; the venue maintains updated facilities while staying at Howard University.
  • Demolished or renamed: not demolished; officially named Louis C. Cramton Auditorium (often referred to as Cramton Auditorium).