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About Palmer Auditorium

Palmer Auditorium, officially the Athey Center for Performance and Research at Palmer Auditorium, is a historic 1939 Art Deco hall now known for its modern, accessible design following a 2020–2022 renovation. With a capacity of 1,012 seats, the venue hosts a diverse range of performances, lectures, and community events on the Connecticut College campus in New London, Connecticut.

Whether you’re planning a night out for a concert, dance showcase, or speaker series, we’ve got you covered with practical details on seating, parking, transportation, and nearby lodging and dining options. This page provides a comprehensive guide to Palmer Auditorium so you can secure your seats with ease and confidence.

Palmer Auditorium is more than a performance space; it’s a historic cultural hub that has welcomed luminaries from the arts and public life since its early days hosting the American Dance Festival and notable performers such as the New York Philharmonic and Billy Joel, along with influential speakers. The 2022 renovation, completed as part of the Defy Boundaries campaign and designed by Ennead Architects, refreshed the interior while preserving its Art Deco charm. We’ll help you navigate seating details, parking options on campus, accessible routes, and nearby hotel and dining partners to enhance your visit.

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Seating, Parking & Venue Information

  • Current name: Athey Center for Performance and Research at Palmer Auditorium (renamed after the 2020–2022 renovation).
  • Capacity: 1,012 seats post-renovation (down from roughly 1,300 seats originally).
  • Location/address: 270 Mohegan Ave, New London, CT 06320-4196.
  • Venue type: On-campus performing arts venue within Connecticut College; historic 1939 Art Deco hall.
  • Parking: On-campus South Lot parking available for events; extra parking in adjacent lots; ADA-accessible routes.
  • Transit: Nearest Amtrak service at New London Union Station; SEAT bus service stops on or near campus.
  • Notable events/hosts: The auditorium hosted the American Dance Festival (1947–1977), and major artists/speakers (e.g., NYC Philharmonic, Billy Joel; Hillary Rodham Clinton).
  • Renovation details: Completed in 2022 as part of the Defy Boundaries campaign; designed by Ennead Architects; funded in part by Nancy and Preston Athey and the Sherman Fairchild Foundation.