City View Room

The 7th Floor at 1957 E Street (City View and State Rooms) will be closed starting June 1, 2025-December 31, 2025 for a major renovation project, and all space requests have been paused. More specific details on the new spaces will be shared as they become available.

The City View Room (and rooftop terrace) features sweeping views of the top landmarks in the nation’s capital. This customizable event space provides an exceptional backdrop for your ideal event. 

Address: 1957 E Street NW, housed on the 7th floor in the Elliott School of International Affairs building. 

Nearest Metro: Farragut West

Parking: Elliott School Garage

Department Event Portal

Student Organization Event Portal

External Client Request Form

Maximum Capacities

Seated Banquet (8 people per table): 112
Box: 48
Classroom: 50
Conference: 25
Standing Reception: 200
Theater:  150

Capacities are for estimates only and will vary based on specific A/V, set-up and catering needs.

Venue Features

Built-in AV technology that includes projector, screen, computer, microphones, and mounted camera for web conferencing on back wall. Portable TV monitors can also be used for programming or to display information in the venue. 
Access to the rooftop terrace that includes tables and chairs.
Catering kitchen included with venue rental.
Inventory of in-house furniture to accommodate banquet, reception, panel, conference, classroom, theater, and reception setups.
Lobby for event registration

Price list and Event Estimate

Department and student organization events will have costs associated with them. To view the university price lists and estimates please log into the University Box folder. Please note only University Clients will have access to these links.

External Clients please complete the External Client Request Form to receive pricing and availability.