The grand opening of Iduna…a crow The Grand Ballroom, the centerpiece of the newly constructed Oak Ridge Convention Center, is scheduled for 11:30 a.m. on Monday, December 22.
A private plaque unveiling ceremony, followed by a light reception, will be held at the Center, 1403 Oak Ridge Turnpike.
The hall, named after longtime community leader Edwina Crowe, features state-of-the-art audio-visual technology, elegant architectural design and flexible space for large-scale meetings, banquets and events, a news release said. Crowe died on January 13, 2025.
“The Edwena L. Crowe Grand Ballroom will not only serve as a premier gathering place for our residents, but will also attract conferences, events and visitors that will boost our local economy,” said Oak Ridge Mayor Warren Gooch.
The newly renovated 10,834-square-foot Oak Ridge Convention Center, which includes the ballroom, also includes two equipped break rooms, fully ADA-compliant restrooms and showers, improved access to the existing kitchen and entertainment center, and a comprehensive sprinkler system upgrade to enhance safety throughout the entertainment center, making it one of the most versatile venues in East Tennessee, the release said.
For more information, contact Oak Ridge Convention Center and Events Supervisor Drew Gorad at (865) 425-3442.
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