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About Riverview Room at Drake Center
The Riverview Room at Drake Center is a historic venue in Columbus, Ohio, with deep roots in the campus arts scene. While the Drake Union itself was demolished starting November 2023 as part of the Cannon Drive Relocation project, the area remains a hub for theatre, film, and arts showcases within the OSU community. OSU opened the new Arts District building in 2024 to continue these programs nearby. This page provides seating basics, parking guidance, transit options, and trusted nearby hotels and dining to help you plan a smooth visit.
Location context: 1849 Cannon Drive, Columbus, OH 43210 has long been associated with the Drake Center. Although the original venue structure has transitioned, the Riverview Room name remains a reference point for arts events in the West Campus area. For tickets and event specifics, we guide you through practical details to secure your seats with confidence.
Seating information is typically customized per event. When you book, you’ll see the available great seats and the section you want options for the Riverview Room. If you’re driving, plan on parking in the north access areas historically used during farewell events, such as the Stadium Lot north of Morrill Tower or across the river at the College of Veterinary Medicine. For riders taking transit, the OSU/Campus Area Bus Service serves the area, with the #18 bus stopping at Cannon Drive and Woody Hayes Drive. If you’re staying overnight, OSU-adjacent hotels offer convenient stays with easy routes back to the venue.
We’ve got you covered with trusted, affiliate-friendly hotel and dining partners to help you secure comfortable accommodations and meals near the venue. Whether you need a reliable hotel for a quick visit or a solid dining option after the show, you’ll find practical recommendations and straightforward directions here.
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Seating, Parking & Venue Information
- Drake Performance and Event Center (Drake Union) was demolished starting November 2023 as part of the Cannon Drive Relocation project.
- Address historically associated with the venue: 1849 Cannon Drive, Columbus, OH 43210.
- The Drake Center housed the Department of Theatre, Film and Media Arts; it was a campus performing/arts venue on West Campus.
- OSU opened the new Arts District building in 2024 to house theatre, film, and media arts programs, effectively replacing Drake Union.
- Parking near the Drake Center historically existed on Drake Center/Towers lots; for farewell events, specific details mentioned access via the north and alternative lots (e.g., Stadium Lot north of Morrill Tower or across river at the College of Veterinary Medicine).
- Transit to the area includes OSU/Campus Area Bus Service; the #18 bus stops at Cannon Drive and Woody Hayes Drive.
- Nearby hotels include on-campus options like The Blackwell Inn (2110 Tuttle Park Place) and other OSU-adjacent properties such as TownePlace Suites OSU North.