Meetings & Events

The Paradise Room

112 banquet, 175 reception, 160 theater-style
With floor-to-ceiling windows all along the western side with a spectacular view of Paradise Pond and the surrounding vista, this room is ideal for any meeting and offers the versatility to accommodate a variety of set-ups. The room can be used for a reception with food stations or a sit-down dinner. The sound system accommodates speakers, performances and presentations. Sound from the Paradise Room can also be made available on the Terrace, in the Directors Room or downstairs.

The Oak Room

64 banquet, 100 reception, 80 theater-style
This room is fully equipped with audio/visual equipment and is ideal for presentations, either with or without a meal. It offers stunning views of the foliage and sunsets.

The Lounge

25 reception with some casual seating
This room is furnished with comfortable living room furniture and is the perfect spot for a casual meeting or gathering.

The Oak Room & Lounge

125 reception with some casual seating
These two rooms are easily combined to create one large space that is perfect for receptions, presentations and meetings.

The Terrace & Atrium

100 reception
Attached to the Paradise Room, the Terrace overlooks Paradise Pond and Smith’s athletic fields. A perfect space for lunches or parties, the Terrace has one of the best views in the area. Note that the Terrace needs to be booked with the Paradise Room as a rain location.

The Directors Room

20 seated table
This small, beautiful dining room overlooking Paradise Pond is perfect for intimate meals, gatherings or focus groups for up to 20 guests around one large table.
The Director’s Room does not contain any AV equipment and due to the location of the room must be booked in tandem with the Paradise Room.

Meeting Room B

6 seated
This room is classically decorated and is perfect for social hours, break-out sessions, dinners and meetings. It may be rented separately or combined with Meeting Room C. This room offers privacy for any type of event.

Meeting Room C

12 seated
This room is classically decorated and is perfect for social hours, break-out sessions, dinners and meetings. It may be rented separately or combined with Meeting Room B. This room offers privacy for any type of event.

You may choose to work either with Smith College’s catering team or one of the many excellent caterers in the area. (See list of local caterers.)

Smith offers full catering services, from small coffee breaks to lunches, dinners and receptions. Visit the Smith catering website for menus and available options, as well as policies and guidelines. To inquire about Smith catering services, contact Dining Services or call 413-585-2300 to speak with a catering manager.

When hiring an outside caterer, ask to see their portfolio and check references. Once you determine your menu and level of services, review your contract, which should cover all details, including fees, staff, taxes, gratuities, insurance, extra charges, payment schedule and cancellation policy. We have provided a list of local caterers who have worked both with Smith and external clients on the Smith campus; however, you may select a vendor not on this list.

Using an outside caterer in the Conference Center entails a $100 kitchen use fee, as well as a $100 china rental fee if the caterer is not able to provide dinnerware for your event (plates, flatware, and/or glasses).

All outside caterers must sign the Conference Center's catering agreement and provide proof of both liability and workers compensation insurance, as well as their Northampton, MA catering permit. Inability to provide this paperwork will result in the caterer's not being able to work at the Conference Center.