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A guide to the LABash 2026 session spaces.

Session Spaces

For any questions, please reach out to speakers@labash.org.

Commons

→ 80 W Woodruff Ave, Columbus, OH 43210 

The Commons

The Commons is located on the second floor of Curl Hall, above Curl Market. This expansive space features floor-to-ceiling windows and accommodates up to 300 attendees in a lecture-style format. Overlooking a scenic grassy commons, the room visually connects to several other LABash 2026 session spaces, reinforcing a sense of continuity across the conference venues.

 

Please note: the videos shown do not reflect the lecture-style configuration used during LABash Day events.

  • 300 Capacity

  • Standard A/V System​

  • Podium with Microphone

  • HDMI cable, USB-C adapter

  • 2 projector screens on wall with windows, with blinds to bring down for visibility​

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Canopy
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→ 2115 N High St, Columbus, OH 43210

The Canopy

The Canopy at Busch House is a versatile event space that seamlessly integrates functionality with modern technology. With a seating capacity of up to 81 participants, it offers a comfortable and engaging setting for seminars, workshops, and classroom-style sessions. A robust audiovisual system ensures that presentations are delivered with clarity and visual impact, making the space well suited for events that require reliable and high-quality A/V support.

  • 81 Capacity

  • Standard AV System

  • Podium with microphone

  • HDMI cable, USB-C adapter

  • 1 project screen

Greenhouse

136 W Woodruff Ave, Columbus, OH 43210 

The Greenhouse

The Greenhouse at Blackburn is an elegant and highly adaptable space well suited for a variety of conference sessions. Designed to accommodate up to 96 participants, the room offers ample space for comfortable movement and meaningful interaction. Its classroom-style layout supports interactive discussions, workshops, and collaborative learning. An advanced audiovisual system, featuring screens on all four walls, enhances presentations and ensures clear visibility and engagement for all attendees.

 

A distinctive feature of The Greenhouse is its garage-style doors, which open directly to the Town Square. This seamless indoor–outdoor connection allows natural light to flood the space and provides easy access to fresh air, creating a dynamic and refreshing environment for breaks and informal gatherings.

  • 96 Capacity

  • Standard A/V System

  • High-top table with microphone

  • HDMI cable, USB-C adapter

  • TV screens on all four walls

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Watershed

→ 124 W Woodruff Ave, Columbus, OH 43210 

The Watershed

The Watershed, located in Nosker House, is a modern and flexible venue well suited for meetings, lectures, and social gatherings. Encompassing 1,875 square feet, the space accommodates up to 100 participants in a classroom-style configuration, supporting seminars, workshops, and interactive sessions. A state-of-the-art audiovisual system ensures high-quality sound and visuals for presentations, while the generous layout promotes both comfort and functionality.

  • 100 Capacity

  • Standard AV System

  • Podium with microphone

  • HDMI cable, USB-C adapter

  • 1 project screen

  • 3 standard tables for equipment

*Please note that floor plan is same layout as the → Valor Room above.

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The Retreats

→ 124 W Woodruff Ave, Columbus, OH 43210 

The Retreats​​

Four speaker lounge rooms, known as the Retreats, are located​​​ just outside of → The Canopy in Nosker House, and in close proximity to the other three session spaces. While speakers are certainly able to spend time at the exhibitor floor or other spaces within Knowlton Hall, the Retreats are perfect for resting before or after sessions, taking a phone call, or rehearsing your presentation. The room comes equipped with a Standard AV System Package to practice presentations before the real thing. 

  • 3 Speaker Lounge Rooms

  • 20 Capacity each

  • Standard AV System

  • Available starting 9:00 AM on Thursday and Friday.

*Please note that the → video below depicts a similar layout across all three Speaker Lounge Rooms.

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Speaker Lounge Room Video
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Learn more about → Knowlton Hall, where the LABash exhibitor floor will be held.

For any questions, please reach out to speakers@labash.org.

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