(As of 7/1/2022) Room reservation requests are being accepted for in-person and/or teleconference events (all virtual and/or hybrid). Please check back soon for the reservation form. Confirmations will be sent out and scheduled by order in which received.
Use of space at the Stanford Humanities Center is limited to academic events such as lectures, conferences, and seminar meetings that are free and open to the public.
We offer conference and meeting spaces that have been upgraded as “Zoom Rooms” with teleconferencing capabilities and functions for hosting virtual events, hybrid, or in-person only (without teleconference).
Main conference rooms (Levinthal Hall and Board Room) are equipped with high-quality 4k-cameras, multi-directional microphones, high-range speaker systems, HD projector, and retractable screens. A mobile a/v cart used in other smaller spaces is also available for teleconference events. Guests have access to lobby restrooms.
Building access is through Lenel Card Reader: accurate start/end times must be provided in advance for programming unlock/lock times. (The Humanities Center remains locked at all times, including normal hours of operation (8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.)
Use of outdoor spaces (SHC Levinthal patio and/or Watt patio) require separate reservations and/or fees. It is highly recommended Kennedy Grove be reserved at 25Live to avoid any potential scheduling conflict adjacent to SHC patio areas mentioned above.
ELIGIBILITY
All departments of Stanford University are eligible to use the facility according to the following priorities:
- Humanities Center sponsored events
- Humanities Research Workshops
- Humanities departments at Stanford
- Humanities-oriented conferences and lectures by other Stanford departments
Due to the large volume of co-sponsorship requests, humanities departments may be considered for a limited number of co-sponsorship requests per academic year (nominal fee applies). All co-sponsorship requests should be temporarily directed to Humanities Center Building Manager/Reservations Administrator, Patricia Terrazas (pterraza@stanford.edu) for review.
In rare and unusual circumstances, the Humanities Center exercises priority in use of its meeting rooms and may have to override another group’s reservation. If this should be necessary, we will notify you as soon as possible.
AVAILABLE SPACES:
Levinthal Hall — Capacity/distancing: 107/60
NOTE: Requires hiring an a/v technician for any teleconference event
- Lectern with microphone
- Wi-fi connectivity
- Three 4k-resolution cameras (soon becomes 4 cameras)
- Overhead/ceiling mics and high-range speakers; Additional mics include 3 handheld; 2 lavaliers
- HD projector and retractable screen
- iPad to join network/platform
- Creston control panel to operate equipment (operated only by a/v technician)
Rates
- $600 without teleconferencing
- $1,200 with teleconferencing
- $500 weekend surcharge
Board Room (optional a/v technician) — Capacity/distancing: 48/20
- Lectern
- Large conference table (modular tables that can be re-arranged, seats 18/9)
- Wi-fi connectivity
- Two 4k-resolution cameras (soon becomes 1 camera)
- Overhead ceiling mics
- High-range speakers
- HD projector and retractable screen
- iPad to join network/platform and operate equipment
Rates
- $300 without teleconferencing
- $600 with teleconferencing
- $500 weekend surcharge
SHC Patio — Capacity: 8-100
- 2 Separate areas for outdoor meeting/reception events
- Small area: fabric sofa, chairs and wood end tables (capacity 8-12)
- Large area: open, empty space for set-up of meetings, buffets, reception events (capacity up to 100)
- Space heaters
- Shade umbrellas
- Vicinity: Tresidder (public parking), Faculty Club, Black Community Services Center, Papua New Guinea Sculpture Garden, Windhover Meditation Center, Kennedy Grove, Roble Gym (public parking)
All rooms feature wi-fi connectivity through the Stanford network, accessible entrances/exits, nearby restrooms, and additional high-performance, portable air purifiers to enhance ventilation of the building's existing HVAC system.
RESERVATIONS
Reservations are continuously accepted for consideration having been submitted no less than 72 hours prior to event.
CONFIRMATIONS
The Confirmation Agreement outlines reservation details for space usage. Upon receipt, it is to be signed and returned. An "Events Checklist" is also included and describes in length event planning at the Humanities Center. It is your responsibility to read and comply with this agreement.
