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About McCandless Hall at Athens State University
Griffin Auditorium is housed within McCandless Hall on the Athens State University campus. This renovated historic space, originally part of the fine arts complex completed around 1914 and later renamed in honor of Katherine Leslie McCandless, hosts campus and community concerts, plays, and lectures. The building also houses the Delmore Brothers Museum and Fiddlers Museum, reflecting the area’s rich musical heritage. Whether you’re attending a Tennessee Valley Old Time Fiddlers concert or a campus event, we’ve got you covered with seating options, parking tips, and nearby lodging and dining suggestions to streamline your visit.
McCandless Hall (the art and music building) sits at the heart of Athens State University, with the official campus address at 300 N. Beaty Street, Athens, Alabama 35611. Griffin Auditorium offers flexible seating for a variety of performances—from open-seating to reserved seating at times—so you can secure your seats with ease. For visitors traveling by air, Huntsville International Airport (HSV) is the closest major airport. If you’re planning a weekend of culture, you’ll find a range of nearby hotels and restaurants in Athens to suit your needs. We’ve highlighted affiliate partner options to help you book trusted accommodations and dining with confidence.
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- Griffin Auditorium is located in McCandless Hall on the Athens State University campus and is used for campus and community concerts, plays, and lectures.
- McCandless Hall was renovated in 2013 to restore original features and add modern accessibility improvements; the building houses the Delmore Brothers Museum and Fiddlers Museum as well.
- McCandless Hall (the art/music building) was named for Katherine Leslie McCandless; the fine arts space was completed around 1914 and renamed in her honor.
- Official campus address for Athens State University is 300 N. Beaty Street, Athens, Alabama 35611 (Griffin Auditorium on campus).
- Upcoming and past notable events at McCandless Hall include the Tennessee Valley Old Time Fiddlers Concert Series (open seating or reserved seating), with 2022, 2025, and 2026 lineups published by Athens State.
- Nearby lodging options for visitors include Quality Inn Athens I-65 / Huntsville Area West (1488 Thrasher Blvd), Best Western Athens Inn (1329 US Hwy 72 E), and Clarion Pointe Athens I-65 (1322 US Hwy 72).
- Nearest major airport for travelers is Huntsville International Airport (HSV).