Memorial Chapel

Memorial Chapel Reservations

Anyone is welcome to reserve space in Memorial Chapel regardless of their affiliation to the University. The Memorial Chapel is an ideal location for concerts, lectures, meetings, convocations, commencements and everything in between.

If you are interested in holding a wedding at Memorial Chapel, please visit our weddings web site at www.weddings.umd.edu. For all other events, please see below.

Rentable Spaces

There are four rentable spaces in Memorial Chapel:

Main Chapel

With white interior with burgundy accents the Main Chapel accommodates up to 1,000 guests. There are 4 sections of pews on the ground level, as well as balcony seating on 3 sides. The Main Chapel is equipped with a Moller Pipe Organ, as well as a Baldwin grand piano. There is an assortment of altar pieces (brass and wood) to choose from, as well as a lectern, microphones, and numerous tables.

West Chapel

A quaint location with red brick walls and rustic wood trusses. The large arched windows allow views of the beautiful West Chapel Garden that surrounds the West Chapel on all sides. Maximum occupancy is 100, with about 90 guests seated comfortably. The West Chapel is equipped with a Rodgers Electric organ, as well as a Kawai upright piano. There is an assortment of altarpieces (brass and wood) to choose from, as well as a lectern and several tables. There is no sound system as the space does not require one for spoken word.

Lounge

A cozy, informal space with chairs and sofas that can seat roughly 20 people, with stacking chairs for a maximum of 30 people. This location is perfect for an informal meeting. Food and beverages are allowed in the Lounge.

Conference Room

A formal meeting room with seating for 14 people. It is equipped with a dry erase board, easel paper, and a tack board, as well as a phone and ethernet. The Conference Room is the formal atmosphere needed for departmental board or committee meetings and reports or presentations.