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About R.L. Vaughan Center

The R.L. Vaughan Center is a versatile, on-campus multi-purpose arena and gymnasium at Elizabeth City State University in Elizabeth City, North Carolina. With a seating capacity of 3,140, it hosts basketball and volleyball games, CIAA championships, and community celebrations. Whether you’re catching a Vikings game or attending a large-event showcase, we’ve got you covered with practical details to help you plan a smooth visit.

Below you’ll find seating information, parking guidance, transit options, and nearby hotel and dining recommendations to make your trip easy and enjoyable. We highlight affiliate partner options for hotels and restaurants to help you secure comfortable stays and convenient meals during your visit.

For the best experience, check the seating map on TickPick or Vivid Seats to choose your exact seats in the Vaughan Center, and arrive early to navigate campus parking. If you’re traveling by bus or campus shuttle, plan your route with ECSU’s EC Loop and the region’s intercity bus services. When you’re ready to plan where to stay and dine, our trusted affiliate partners offer reliable options close to ECSU.

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Seating, Parking & Venue Information

  • Capacity: 3,140 seats at the R.L. Vaughan Center.
  • Address: 1704 Weeksville Road, Elizabeth City, NC 27909.
  • Venue type: on-campus multi-purpose arena/gymnasium (basketball and volleyball).
  • Seating chart: publicly available at third-party ticket sites (e.g., TickPick, Vivid Seats) with interactive seat maps.
  • Parking: campus parking near Vaughan Center; on-campus lots and Welcome Center lot available for events per ECSU guidelines.
  • Transit: on-campus Greyhound stop at K.E. White Center; NC DOT expanded intercity bus service to ECSU; ECSU campus shuttle options (EC Loop) serving campus.
  • Nearby hotels: Hampton Inn Elizabeth City; Fairfield Inn & Suites Elizabeth City; SureStay Plus Hotel by Best Western Elizabeth City (plus Quality Inn Elizabeth City near University).
  • Notable events hosted: CIAA championships and community celebrations at the Vaughan Center (e.g., CIAA volleyball and women’s basketball championships).