36 CFR § 1280.80 - Public areas in the National Archives Building available for events.

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title: "36 CFR § 1280.80 - Public areas in the National Archives Building available for events."
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# 1280.80 Public areas in the National Archives Building available for events.

You may ask to use the following areas in the National Archives Building, Washington, DC:

Table 1 to § 1280.80

| Area | Capacity |
| --- | --- |
| Rotunda Galleries | 250 people. |
| William G. McGowan Theater | 290 people. |
| Archivist's Reception Room | 125 people. |
| Presidential Conference Rooms | 20 to 70 people. |