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If you are planning a camp, conference, or seminar, consider Youngstown State University as your venue! Our centrally located, beautiful campus is compact enough to make moving between housing facilities, dining areas, meeting rooms, and recreational areas easy and pleasant. University staff are available to help ensure that your guests have a comfortable, convenient, and safe place to stay and enjoy. Let us be your home away from home for your camp or conference- reach out to housing@ysu.edu to request a quote today!
Scenic view of campus just outside of Kilcawley Center.
Scenic view of campus just outside of Kilcawley Center.
Scenic view of campus just outside of Kilcawley Center.
Scenic view of campus just outside of Kilcawley Center.
Scenic view of campus just outside of Kilcawley Center.
Aerial view of Federal Street during the annual Federal Frenzy event. Federal Street is home to the OH WOW! Science Center, Funny Farm Comedy Club, as well as various bars and restaurants, which regularly feature entertainment.
Location
Youngstown State University is located in the city of Youngstown; halfway between Cleveland, OH and Pittsburgh, PA. Within walking distance from campus, the downtown area of Youngstown has recently undergone a major revitalization and now offers a wide variety of attractions, outdoor recreation, arts and culture, and special events that you and your group will find exciting.
Looking to experience world-class art? Visit the world-renown Butler Art Institute on YSU’s very own campus. Also on YSU’s campus, stop by the Ward Beecher Planetarium for an informative show or check out the Clarence R. Smith Mineral Museum in the Moser Building. Would your group like some outdoor time? They will love exploring the 2nd largest metropolitan park in the country, Mill Creek MetroParks! Rich in history, Youngstown is home to museums & historic sites, and features many popular summer festivals, concerts, and youth-friendly events.
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The Historic Butler Art Museum of American Art was the first of its kind and is world renowned. With artists featured from Andy Warhol and Jackson Pollock, to Norman Rockwell and former Cleveland Indians player Omar Vizquel, there will be a piece here that everyone will enjoy!
The Historic Butler Art Museum of American Art was the first of its kind and is world renowned. With artists featured from Andy Warhol and Jackson Pollock, to Norman Rockwell and former Cleveland Indians player Omar Vizquel, there will be a piece here that everyone will enjoy!
The John J. McDonough Museum of Art is located directly across from the Butler and features modern and contemporary art made by local artists and YSU students. This building also holds classes for art education.
With 15 miles of foot trails, 20 miles of drives, as well as lakes and waterfalls, Mill Creek Park is a gem within the city of Youngstown. Stop by and tour around Lanterman’s Mill to learn of the history of the park and mill itself. This park also features kayaks, paddle boats, a rose garden, and a view of the city.
With 15 miles of foot trails, 20 miles of drives, as well as lakes and waterfalls, Mill Creek Park is a gem within the city of Youngstown. Stop by and tour around Lanterman’s Mill to learn of the history of the park and mill itself. This park also features kayaks, paddle boats, a rose garden, and a view of the city.
If you are looking for gems in the area, look no further than the Clarence R. Smith Mineral Museum right here on YSU’s campus. This museum showcases high quality specimens from around the world!
The Ward Beecher Planetarium is located right on campus and features different shows for the public and students to educate about space in unique ways.
These steps take you right into Downtown Youngstown, where you have access to museums, restaurants, entertainment, and more!
What services can we provide groups?
Andrews Student Recreation and Wellness Center
Andrews Student Recreation and Wellness Center is a 100,000sq ft. facility located right here on campus. The Rec Center offers all types of cardio and weight lifting machines, as well as free weights and exercise classes. You can purchase day passes, week passes, and even team-building events, which can incorporate high ropes course, rock wall, and other fun activities for everyone attending your event.
Visit the Campus Recreation website.
View of the Andrews Student Recreation and Wellness Center from the outside
View of the Andrews Student Recreation and Wellness Center from the outside
View of the Andrews Student Recreation and Wellness Center from the outside
View of the Andrews Student Recreation and Wellness Center from the outside
Dining Services
Dining Services provided by Chartwells offers cafeteria style meals located at the Christman Dining Commons on the north end of campus, as well as catered meals. Meals offered include breakfast, continental breakfast, lunch, dinner, dessert, and snack options.
Visit Dining Services by Chartwells.
Department of Housing
The Department of Housing offers residence hall style rooms and apartment style rooms to accommodate individuals attending your event. The Department of Housing also offers linens to make your groups’ stay here comfortable and relaxing.
Visit the Housing & Residence Life website.
Cafaro House is a residence hall on the north end of campus, which features 2-room, 4-room, and 9-room suites, all of which have common areas to relax after your event.
Cafaro House is a residence hall on the north end of campus, which features 2-room, 4-room, and 9-room suites, all of which have common areas to relax after your event.
Cafaro House is a residence hall on the north end of campus, which features 2-room, 4-room, and 9-room suites, all of which have common areas to relax after your event.
Cafaro House is a residence hall on the north end of campus, which features 2-room, 4-room, and 9-room suites, all of which have common areas to relax after your event.
Kilcawley Center
Kilcawley Center offers a multitude of rooms, which can be tailored to your liking to help your event be just as you imagine.
View the Kilcawley page to see the rooms in greater detail, as well as the rates for each of the spaces Kilcawley Center has to offer.
Please visit the Kilcawley Center page for more information!
One of the room options in Kilcawley Center.
One of the room options in Kilcawley Center.
One of the room options in Kilcawley Center.
One of the room options in Kilcawley Center.
Parking
Parking services will offer nearby lots for the attendees of your event(s) to park at throughout the duration of the event, for a nominal fee.
Please visit the Parking Services page for more information!