Meetings + Events

The Department at Hudson's. Detroit’s signature event venue.

The Department at Hudson's

An icon is back. The legacy of J.L. Hudson Company has been reimagined into a beautiful, innovative space to celebrate and connect. Refined and sophisticated, its open, flexible spaces make it the ultimate place for any special occasion.

Unforgettable
Events

The Department at Hudson’s is a collection of exceptional event spaces, designed to elevate every experience. 56,000 square feet. Three luxurious floors. A look that blends Detroit’s rich history with sophistication and innovation.

Contact our sales team to create an unforgettable event.

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Meeting + Event
Spaces

With varying room sizes, layouts and ample
pre-function space, this meticulously designed venue can accommodate events ranging from six guests to 2,000.

First Floor

  • Private entrance and reception area
  • Valet, rideshare services and charter buses
  • Coat check
  • On-site security
  • Elevators and escalators to easily access the second and third event floors
  • Customizable digital signage
and wayfinding
FIRST FLOOREVENT LOBBY
HALL 3 7,264 531 450 SQUARE FEET
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 HALL 4 7,822 814 475 SQUARE FEET
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 HALL 2 2,226 65 65 SQUARE FEET
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 HALL 1 7,264 539 450 SQUARE FEET
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 PRE-FUNCTION 9,230 331 SQUARE FEET
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Second Floor

  • Over 33,000 square feet accommodating up to 2,000 guests
  • Event halls can be easily reconfigured and connected with custom drop-down walls allowing for simultaneous events
  • State-of-the-art audiovisual technology with concert-level sound quality
  • Advanced soundproofing eliminates ambient sound
  • Dedicated on-site team to operate audio visual equipment
  • Superior Wi-Fi coverage paired with 
best-in-class speeds and reliability
  • Equipped with speakers, wireless microphone antennas and PTZ cameras for video conferencing, live-streaming and global broadcasting
  • 10′ x 24′ freight elevator can fit a full-size truck
  • Five covered balconies with heated floors for all-season comfort

Third Floor

  • Over 19,000 square feet
  • Directly accessed via escalators and elevators from the arrival lobby
  • Dedicated on-site team to operate audio visual equipment
  • Superior Wi-Fi coverage paired with best-in-class speeds and reliability
  • Video conferencing, live-streaming and global broadcasting capabilities
  • Thoughtfully named rooms pay homage to the J.L. Hudson Company legacy
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ANNEX 161 6 Boardroom SQUARE FEET
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 BEAR 1,171 82 40 SQUARE FEET
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 CONTEMPO 1,794 142 60 SQUARE FEET
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 DENNISON 1,377 96 50 SQUARE FEET
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 ENGLISH 743 42 12 SQUARE FEET
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 J.L. OFFICE 498 16 Boardroom SQUARE FEET
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 THIRD FLOOR PRE-FUNCTION SPACE 8,640515 SQUARE FEET
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 HAT 1,408 95 50 SQUARE FEET
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 GEORGIAN 1,430 97 50 SQUARE FEET
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 FLAG 1,877 138 60 SQUARE FEET
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