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The history of the Seattle Convention Center reflects that of the region: Continually expanding, growing, and innovating. In the early 1970s, a group of community leaders from the public and private sectors conceived the notion of building a convention center in Seattle to foster new economic…
The Seattle Convention Center (SCC) operates as a Public Facilities District (PFD) – a municipal corporation with independent taxing authority that is a taxing district under the state constitution. The WSCC PFD was officially formed by King County Ordinance 16883 on July 19, 2010, and is…
Regular WSCC PFD board meetings are held at least bi-monthly at a regular time and place within King County, Washington. Meetings, schedules, agendas and locations are subject to change. The meeting notices for WSCC PFD Board of Directors will be posted on this website.In accordance with the Open…
Initial Board members of the Washington Convention Center Public Facilities District shall serve either a two-year or a four-year term, as designated by the Governor. The Governor also shall identify the Board positions to which successors to the initial directors are to be appointed by the City of…
The Seattle Convention Center’s public art program, one of the first of its kind in the nation, was established to provide an environment that enriches the experience of all who visit the meeting facility. Founded by Phyllis Lamphere, the art program has been a popular feature since the Center…
In Loving Memory: Phyllis Lamphere (1922-2018) Photo credit: Alabastro Photography Phyllis Lamphere was a visionary leader of the Washington State Convention…
THE STATE OF THE CONVENTION CENTER, FISCAL 2023Fiscal 2023 was a year of great promise in the recovery of our business. The Summit building opened its doors in January, and we simultaneously hosted clients in Summit and Arch for the first year as reflected in our results. In the 12 years of…
View and apply for open positions If accommodations are required either to complete the application process and/or attend an interview, please contact the Human Resources Department at 206-694-5000. Our employees are our most important asset. It takes a wide variety of skills to provide…
The Seattle Convention Center regularly purchases a variety of goods and services, and as a public entity is committed to dealing fairly with all suppliers. Generally, purchases with an estimated value in excess of $5,000 are subject to varying levels of vendor competition. Some awards are made on…
Thank you for visiting the Seattle Convention Center web site and reviewing our Privacy Notice. This statement addresses collection, use, security of information and access to information that may be obtained through use of SCC’s web site. This notice covers the following topics: Information…
At the Seattle Convention Center, we definitely know conventions, but we do so much more. From festive fundraising galas and industry events to board meetings for 50 and consumer shows for 25,000, our diverse and attentive team has been making things happen since 1988. Clients appreciate the…
In order to provide a consistent and professional level of service, SCC uses service partners for the services described below. Each of these providers will assign a dedicated contact to work with you and your team.
Whether you’re planning an intimate gathering or a gala celebration on a grand scale, great food makes a great event. So it’s good to know that one of the Northwest’s nationally acclaimed kitchens is right here on the premises and at your service. Our talented executive chef and culinary team are…
An industry leader with over 86 years of experience, Encore is the preferred on-site solution for audiovisual and event technology at the Center. They are also the exclusive service partner for coordinated use of the SCC house sound systems, rigging plan review and approval, and rigging of motors…
Smart City is the exclusive provider of telecommunication data and internet services for the Center. We provide state-of-the-art equipment and services including on-site and on-call technical, management and customer service support, 24 hours a day for each show. For information about Smart City's…
Edlen Electrical Exhibition Services is the exclusive provider of exhibitor and show management electrical and air/water/drain services for the Center. As the nation's largest independent temporary utility contractor, Edlen services over 5,000 events annually in over 300 facilities across the…
Successful face-to-face interactions are the goal of any exhibition, and managing the details to achieve that goal can be cumbersome and overwhelming. That is why the Center has streamlined processes and a team of people dedicated to help make it happen. Before the event, all exhibitor venue…
Seattle Convention Center has a temporary small vehicle delivery area within its facility. This space is reserved by Show Management to allow safe access for exhibitors to transport materials to and from their exhibit areas. Show Management will publish the dates and times established for the…
Seattle Convention Center (SCC) and the City of Seattle have prepared a joint Transportation Management Plan (TMP). The purpose of this TMP is to describe how SCC will manage its traffic and parking demands to ensure efficient operation of SCC and minimize conflicts between SCC traffic and…
Welcome to the Seattle Convention Center! We're more than a meeting and convention venue. Come enjoy our public art collection, retail and dining options, and beautiful Freeway Park. We’re located in the heart of Seattle and within walking distance to world-class hotels, restaurants, entertainment…