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Press Room

We welcome press inquiries on our facility and the events we host. Please send press-related questions to newsroom@seattleconventioncenter.com or call Linda Willanger, VP Administrative Services, at (206) 694-5107.

05.15.19

Jon Houg Named Vice President of Operations for the Washington State Convention Center

Seattle - Washington State Convention Center (WSCC) has selected Jon Houg to lead their Operations team. As Vice President of Operations, Houg will be responsible for the management and review of the daily operations which includes building operations, event services, security, and capital projects.  

08.14.18

Washington State Convention Center Summit Building Breaks Ground

The $1.7 billion project adds more than 250,000 square feet of exhibition space and provides a $93 million community benefits package

11.14.18

Washington State Convention Center Summit Building Wins First Definite Client

Designed for the future of meetings, WSCC addition fulfills demands of planners and attendees

06.06.18

Washington State Convention Center Celebrates 30 Years: A SUCCESS STORY FOR THE STATE, REGION, AND CITY OF SEATTLE

SEATTLE-The Washington State Convention Center, the largest meeting and events facility in Washington State, celebrates its 30th anniversary with a community event on Friday, June 8, 2018.

11.06.17

Washington State Convention Center Announces New Preferred Audio-Visual Service Contractor, LMG

SEATTLE – The Washington State Convention Center (WSCC) is pleased to announce a new contract with LMG, who will serve as the Center’s onsite, preferred audio-visual service partner. Founded in 1984, LMG is a national provider of full service show solutions with offices in Seattle, Orlando, Vegas, Dallas and Nashville.

10.13.17

WASHINGTON STATE CONVENTION CENTER ANNOUNCES SPECIAL FINE ARTS EXHIBITION

SEATTLE – The Washington State Convention Center is proud to announce the opening of WALKING THE NEIGHBORHOOD: Images from Favorite Washington Places, a fine arts exhibition of photography.