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The Facility

General Description

Bridge View Center is a beautiful 92,000 sq ft events center located in the heartland of Iowa. Featuring a 655 seat theater, multiple meeting rooms and 30,000 sq ft multi-purpose exposition hall, Bridge View Center can accommodate conventions, conferences, trade shows and many other events. Located along the banks of the Des Moines River, Bridge View Center provides a comfortable and picturesque location for your event.  The facility is managed by VenuWorks, a full-service facility management company with over 40 venues across the country.

Meeting Space

Bridge View Center has a total of up to six break out spaces, each able to seat 100. Five of these can be combined in different configurations allowing the ability to scale the meeting space to your needs.

The exposition hall divides into three 10,000 sq ft. sections each able to handle up to 500 guests for a banquet or meeting. 32’ high ceilings allow large exhibits and equipment to be easily displayed. Access is convenient through a drive in dock and two semi trailer bays.

Bridge View’s theater is the perfect location for general sessions and lectures. With its state of the art multi-format video projection and sound system, the theater is ready to take your presentation to the next level.

Amenities and Services

A beautiful riverfront plaza lies just outside the atrium style lobby, perfect for a relaxing stroll along the paved path. Meeting rooms feature built in screens and sound systems. Wireless internet access is available throughout the facility. Bridge View Center has pipe, drape, tables, skirts and linens available for up to 120 trade show booths. Free, on-site parking is plentiful.

Food and Beverage

VenuWorks provides all catering and concession needs with their onsite kitchen.

Accommodations

Just across the river lies downtown Ottumwa with a variety of quality hotel accommodations available. Complimentary shuttle service can be arranged between the hotels and the Center. Many fine restaurants can also be found nearby. Guided tours of the many historic homes in the area can be arranged.