Asian American Resource Center

The Asian American Resource Center (AARC) at 8401 Cameron Rd, Austin, TX 78754, offers a variety of meeting, conference, and event facilities tailored to accommodate different needs. Here is a detailed description of the available spaces and their capacities:

Meeting and Event Spaces

• Ballroom

• Capacity: 500 for reception, 300 for seated events
• Features: The ballroom features an open floor plan with expansive windows overlooking the Great Lawn. It is equipped with professional stage lighting, a professional sound system, a drop-down projector screen, and a modular stage. Weekend rentals include the use of the foyer.

• Foyer

• Capacity: 50 for reception
• Features: The foyer is versatile and can accommodate medium-sized groups. It is great for mixers or intimate receptions and can be rented separately on weekdays. Weekend use of the foyer is included with the rental of the ballroom.

• Conference Room

• Capacity: 20-22
• Features: This professional meeting room is equipped with a SMART Board, videoconferencing capabilities, and a conferencing phone.

• Classrooms (Small Meeting Rooms)

• Capacity: Approximately 16-20 people per classroom
• Features: The four 300 square feet classrooms are flexible spaces that can accommodate various meetings, classes, or community activities. They include tables and chairs that can be arranged to suit needs, ceiling-mounted projectors, pull-down screens, and dry-erase boards.

• Commercial Kitchen

• Availability: Available for rent with the ballroom rental
• Features: The commercial kitchen includes commercial-grade equipment such as a large icemaker, double refrigerator, freezer, warming ovens, dishwasher, microwave, and stainless steel work table. A certificate of insurance and a temporary food event permit from Austin Public Health are required.

• Great Lawn

• Capacity: Varies
• Features: The Great Lawn is an open grassy area with heritage oaks and a stone pathway. It is suitable for outdoor events but lacks outdoor lighting and electricity beyond the building balcony.

Additional Services

• Equipment and Amenities: The center provides a variety of equipment and amenities to assist with successful events, including audio-visual equipment, food service tables, head tables, stages, and other necessary items.

• Vendor Support: Clients can bring in additional rentals, decorations, catering, and other items. A list of local vendors is available upon request.

• Staff Support: The center has a staff committed to the success of your event, ensuring that all logistical needs are met.

• Security and Use Fees: A security/use fee is charged, with an additional fee for alcohol service and kitchen damage/cleanup deposit.

Rental Fees

• Ballroom: $155 per hour (deposit required)

• Foyer: $75 per hour (deposit required on weekdays)

• Classrooms: $50 per hour (Classroom 8), $15 per hour (Classrooms 3, 4, 5, 6)

• Conference Room and Classroom 1: $30 per hour

• Kitchen: $50 per day (deposit required)

• Dressing Room Use: $25 per day (with ballroom rental)

• Security/Use Fee: $200 per day without alcohol, $400 per day with alcohol served

• Kitchen Damage and Cleanup Deposit: $100 per day

Overall, the Asian American Resource Center offers a comprehensive range of facilities and services designed to support various types of events, from intimate gatherings to large conferences and community activities.