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Pitt Building Exhibition Space

Exhibition Space
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With fully adjustable lighting, projection facilities and an integrated sound system, our light and spacious rooms allow you to transform private viewings or public drinks receptions into immersive multimedia experiences.

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Why choose the Pitt Building for your exhibition

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Location

Host your exhibition with us at the heart of Cambridge and surround yourself with historic charm and inspiration. The Pitt Building is centrally located to ensure maximum foot traffic for your exhibition and is well connected to Cambridge’s vibrant local art scene and restaurants for the most discerning palette.

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History

With its Gothic Revival architecture, The Pitt Building is a Cambridge icon and once housed the printing and publishing office of Cambridge University Press. Its construction was commissioned in honour of William Pitt the Younger, an undergraduate of Pembroke College and former Prime Minister.

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Rooms

The Darwin and Newton rooms feature an abundance of natural light, which makes them fantastic for showcasing paintings, illustrations, photography and much more. Located on the ground floor, they're easily accessible and can hold up to 100 guests each.

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Facilities

Our high-specification rail systems are ideal for ready-to-hang artworks. We also have fully controllable LED lighting with spotlights that can be directed and dimmed, projectors for moving images and a fully integrated sound system to create the perfect ambience.

Catering available

Catering

Planning to host a drinks reception as part of your exhibition? We can cater to your budget and requirements with a range of packages, including wine, bottled beers, soft drinks, light bites and canapés.

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Sustainability

We take the environment seriously. That's why we've undertaken operational measures, such as zero tolerance for single-use plastics and the use of energy-efficient LED lighting to promote sustainability. As a Green Meeting accredited site, our commitment to sustainability is one that is backed by action.

Rooms available for exhibitions

The Darwin Room

The Darwin Room

A substantial ground floor room offering a flexible space and bespoke hanging rails, the Darwin Room is an ideal space in which to host exhibitions.

Room hire rate

£750

Guests

15-100

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The Newton Room

The Newton Room

A superb ground floor option for exhibitions and private viewing drinks receptions.

Room hire rate

£800

Guests

15-100

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It's always a positive experience at the Pitt Building!

November 2024

FAQs

    Do you have exhibition boards?

    Yes, we can provide exhibition boards as well as a professional hanging system for artwork in the ground floor rooms.

    Do you have on-site car parking? Or where is the nearest parking?

     As part of our sustainability commitment, we encourage our visitors to either walk, cycle or use public transport where possible. For directions, please visit our Getting Here page.

    Exhibitors and artists can request a short, dedicated drop-off time slot to deliver their artwork to The Pitt Building. Vehicles must then be moved to alternative parking facilities. The nearest of which is the public Grand Arcade car park (Corn Exchange Street, CB2 3QF), a short five-minute walk away from The Pitt Building. 

    Are you open during weekends?

    Our standard opening hours are 8.30 am - 5.30 pm, Monday to Friday. However, if you would like to host an exhibition over a weekend, please contact us and we will always do our best to accommodate your event.

    Will my artwork be safe in the building overnight?

    Yes. All our gallery spaces can be individually locked. There are also CCTV cameras in operation in conjunction with 24-hour remote monitoring by security staff and an active intruder alarm.

     

    What is your cancellation policy?

    If you need to cancel your event, a cancellation charge (plus VAT) equal to the following percentage of the charge will apply:

     

    • Notice of cancellation more than 10 working days prior to the event - no charge (0%)
    • Notice of cancellation six to 10 working days prior to the event - part charge (50%)
    • Notice of cancellation less than six working days prior to the event - full charge (100%)

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    Summer Schools

    Summer Schools

    With its illustrious academic heritage and beautiful city centre setting, The Pitt Building is the perfect venue for visiting summer schools.

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    Public Events

    Public Events

    Easily accessible with spacious ground floor rooms make our building ideal for exhibitions, fairs, workshops and much more.

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    Evening Receptions

    Evening Receptions

    Spacious rooms and first-class hospitality make The Pitt Building the perfect place for networking drinks, pre-dinner apéritifs and canapés.

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