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Lobby

The Main Lobby of the Rackham Building (located just inside the Washington Street entrance) is the perfect location for receptions and refreshments for events held in the Auditorium. For most receptions, groups utilize the two large pedestal tables located in this area (additional folding tables can be added if necessary). The lobby is also the ideal location to use as a registration area for conferences being held in the Auditorium.

The Lobby cannot be reserved for receptions unless the Auditorium is also booked (see Auditorium). Groups using the fourth floor can setup registration tables in the Lobby as long as it is not reserved for a reception by a group using the Auditorium. If a group using the Auditorium wishes to reserve the Lobby for a reception, it must be booked separately.

Spacious lobby with reflective round tables and art deco-style lighting in the Rackham Building.

Rackham Lobby 1

A long table in the Rackham Building hallway with checkered flooring and doors on the side.

Event Table Setup 1

A large rectangular table with folding legs placed against a wall in the Rackham Building lobby with checkered flooring.

Event Table Setup 2

A long table in Rackham's lobby with checkered flooring and wall sconces.

Event Table Setup 3

Spacious lobby with tiled floor, benches, and decorative ceiling in the Rackham Building.

Rackham Lobby 2

Ornately decorated ceiling with patterned designs, wall sconces, and windows in a stately lobby of the Rackham Building.

Rackham Lobby 3

Lobby Use Rates
Group No Food Food
U-M Student Organizations No Charge $23
University Departments and Programs $173
Non-university Organizations $283

Room use rates are reviewed annually and are subject to change.

Equipment Available

  • Folding tables (for receptions and registration areas)
  • Folding chairs (for registration area)
  • Campus phone (for registration area)

Room Limitations

  • While groups are allowed to use the Lobby for registration, refreshment, or reception purposes, this area is the main entrance for the building; access to the building must remain available at all times. Additional tables may only be placed around and parallel to the perimeter of this room.
  • The two large pedestal tables in the lobby cannot be moved or removed.

U-M Student Organizations

If a student organization fails to cancel a room reservation at least 14 days prior to the scheduled event (45 days for the Amphitheatre and/or Assembly Hall), the group will be charged for the University Department No Food rate.