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About Howard Community College

Welcome to the Horowitz Center at Howard Community College (HVPA) in Columbia, Maryland. Opened in 2006, HVPA brings a diverse lineup of performances, lectures, and exhibitions across three on-campus venues and two galleries. Whether you’re attending a concert, play, recital, or gallery opening, we’ve got you covered with essential venue details, parking guidance, transit options, and nearby stay-and-dine recommendations. We’ve got insider insights to help you secure your seats and plan a smooth visit to this vibrant cultural hub.

HVPA’s venues sit at the heart of Howard Community College’s campus, with free parking in campus lots and garages. The West Parking Garage (750 spaces) is closest to the HVPA spaces. For public transit, MDOT/SMAR bus routes serve the campus; check schedules and maps to plan your trip. Nearby hotels and restaurants offer convenient stays and dining options for visitors, and affiliate partners provide trusted recommendations. Keep an eye on The Horowitz Center Presents calendar for an exciting slate of performances and exhibitions that continue to draw tens of thousands of patrons each year.

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Seating, Parking & Venue Information

  • HVPA is located on the Howard Community College campus at 10901 Little Patuxent Parkway, Columbia, MD 21044-3197.
  • Performance venues within HVPA: Smith Theatre (424 seats), Studio Theatre (up to 250 seats), Monteabaro Recital Hall (119–122 seats).
  • Other on-campus venue: Dwight A. Burrill Galleria (multipurpose space) with capacity for 600 standing, 65 seats (west), and 100 seats (east).
  • Parking: Free parking is available in campus lots/garages; Horowitz Center patrons use the West Parking Garage (750 spaces) closest to the HVPA.
  • Transit: Public transportation options exist to the campus via MDOT/SMAR bus routes; check transit schedules/maps for Howard County.
  • Nearby hotels for visitors include DoubleTree by Hilton Columbia, Staybridge Suites Columbia, Merriweather Lakehouse, and other Columbia-area properties.
  • Notable events: The HVPA hosts The Horowitz Center Presents and a variety of performances, lectures, and exhibitions; the center opened in 2006 and annually draws tens of thousands of patrons.
  • The Horowitz Center has celebrated milestones (e.g., 20th anniversary season) and continues to operate three venues and two galleries.
  • Note: The Burrill Galleria/ HVPA spaces have undergone renovations (e.g., 2018) but there is no information indicating the venues have been demolished or renamed.