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David Rubenstein Forum

1201 East 60th Street, Chicago, IL, USA, 60637
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The David Rubenstein Forum is a state-of-the-art, LEED GOLD certified venue located in the historic neighborhood of Hyde Park on University of Chicago campus. The Forum features floor to ceiling windows, built-in audiovisual technology, and ten floors of private and expansive event space. The most notable spaces are the City View Room which highlights the sweeping landscape of the UChicago campus and Chicago skyline; and our University Room, located on the second floor with views of the historic Midway Plaisance, that is ideal for large receptions and banquets. Our on-site culinary operations include seasonally inspired menus that can be served as buffet, reception, or plated dinner service. We also have a full team of hospitality professionals that include seasoned sales managers, a dedicated concierge, and team of audiovisual technicians to ensure a seamless experience for you and your guests.

Venue Details

ChainIndependent / Other
BrandIndependent
Built2020
Renovated-
Total meeting space36,000 sq. ft.
Guest Rooms-
Venue typeConference center

Industry Ratings

AAA
Forbes Travel Guide

Amenities

Room features and guest services
  • Concierge services
  • Internet access
  • Luggage storage
  • View (garden)
  • View (urban)
Facilities
  • AV capabilities
  • Furniture
  • Furniture (Bring your own)
  • Internet access
  • Lighting
  • Lighting (Bring your own)
  • Onsite restaurant
  • Other decor
  • Other decor (Bring your own)
  • Space (outdoor)
  • Space (private)
  • Table linens
  • Table linens (Bring your own)
  • Wheelchair accessible

Need dates

Priority windows that venues prefer for hosting events

Dec 14, 2025 - Dec 31, 2025

Meeting rooms

Total meeting space
36,000 sq. ft.
Largest room
6,454 sq. ft.
Space (private)
36,000 sq. ft.
Meeting rooms
21
Second largest room
4,090 sq. ft.
Space (outdoor)
3,000 sq. ft.
Standing capacity
600
Seating capacity
580
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Meeting space

Name
Room size
Maximum capacity
Banquet rounds
Cocktail rounds
Theater
Classroom
Boardroom
Crescent rounds (Cabaret)
Hollow square
University Room Prefunction
1,700 sq. ft.
-
125
-
125
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University Room AB
6,454 sq. ft.
-
600
480
600
580
280
60
480
104
University Room A
2,893 sq. ft.
-
260
180
250
260
106
44
-
60
University Room B
3,652 sq. ft.
-
350
270
350
308
144
44
-
38
Friedman Hall Prefunction
2,070 sq. ft.
-
200
100
200
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Friedman Hall
4,090 sq. ft.
-
284
--
284
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501-502 Combined
876 sq. ft.
-
78
35
75
78
32
36
-
44
Meeting Room 501
438 sq. ft.
-
45
24
40
45
16
8
16
20
Meeting Room 502
438 sq. ft.
-
40
24
40
45
16
8
16
20

Location

Getting Here

Distance from airport 23.4 mi
Parking in the area
Complimentary parking
Paid parking
( $29.00/day )
Valet parking
Street parking

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Historical landmark
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Thoughtfully Designed for Meaningful Gatherings. For more than 130 years, the people and ideas of the University of Chicago have helped shape the world and how we understand it. The David Rubenstein Forum provides elevated environments, quality amenities, and refined service that coalesce into a convening space suited to UChicago’s stature as a global intellectual destination.

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Diversity and Inclusion

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Health and Safety

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