Menu

Longview Community Center

Longview Community Center

A historic venue in the heart of Longview offering flexible spaces for performances, meetings, celebrations, and special events.

Quick facts

  • 10,500 sq. ft. facility
  • Multiple rental spaces
  • Historic Texas Landmark
  • Managed by Arts!Longview
Request Rental Form

The historic Longview Community Center is an approximately 10,500-square-foot facility offering several flexible spaces for events of all types. The building includes an auditorium, multiple reception and dining rooms, a grand lobby, ticket booth, backstage dressing rooms, and a commercial catering kitchen.

  • Amenities throughout the facility include:
  • Tables and chairs
  • PA sound systems
  • Projector and screen capabilities
  • Wireless internet access
  • Electrical outlets along perimeter walls
  • Restroom facilities
  • Covered portico entry

The venue is ideal for performances, conferences, receptions, parties, community gatherings, and private events.

Downloadable Rental Guide & Rates Event Spaces

Event Spaces

The Auditorium:

Perfect for theatre productions, concerts, dance and piano recitals, lectures, and conferences, the Longview Community Center auditorium offers a comfortable and intimate performance environment.

Capacity: 259 seats

  • The Stage Features:
  • Modern LED stage lighting system
  • Recently upgraded audio system with wireless microphones
  • Hemp rigging system
  • Three backstage dressing rooms

A small orchestra pit adjoining the stage can accommodate a band or be used for DJs, judges, or event staff.
A grand piano is also available in the auditorium.

Auditorium rentals include access to:

  • The grand lobby
  • Box office/ticket booth
  • Light and sound booth
  • Restroom facilities
  • Three backstage dressing rooms
Request Rental Form

The Parlor:

A cozy and elegant space ideal for showers, small gatherings, and intimate events, the Parlor features a fireplace, chandelier, and black draping on the windows.

Capacity: Up to 55 guests depending on layout.

  • Available amenities include:
  • Projector and screen
  • Sound system availability
  • Flexible table and seating arrangements
Request Rental Form

The Large Dining Room:

The most popular space for parties and receptions, the Large Dining Room offers a flexible layout that can easily be customized for a variety of events.

Capacity: Up to 96 guests depending on configuration.

  • Features include:
  • Direct access to the commercial catering kitchen
  • Flexible open layout for dining, presentations, or entertainment
  • Projector and screen capability
  • Sound system availability

The Large Dining Room connects to the Small Dining Room via accordion doors, allowing renters to expand their event space for a discounted add-on, if needed.

Request Rental Form

The Small Dining Room:

The Small Dining Room provides an intimate setting for meetings, smaller celebrations, and private gatherings.

Capacity: Up to 39 guests depending on layout.

  • Features include:
  • Laminate flooring
  • Easy access to the commercial catering kitchen
  • Optional connection to the Large Dining Room

When rented together with the Large Dining Room, the Small Dining Room is available at a discounted add-on rate.

Request Rental Form