New Orleans Ernest N. Morial Convention Center

New Orleans Ernest N. Morial Convention Center is a premier exhibition and convention facility located in downtown New Orleans, Louisiana, serving as one of the most significant event venues in the United States. Established in 1985 and named after Ernest Nathan Morial, the city's first African Amer...

New Orleans Ernest N. Morial Convention Center is a premier exhibition and convention facility located in downtown New Orleans, Louisiana, serving as one of the most significant event venues in the United States. Established in 1985 and named after Ernest Nathan Morial, the city's first African American mayor, the convention center has grown to become the sixth largest convention facility in the nation. The venue features an impressive 1.1 million square feet of prime exhibition space on a single level under one roof, making it the largest single exhibit space in the country. The facility encompasses over 3 million square feet of total space covering almost 11 blocks along the Mississippi River. The convention center includes 140 meeting rooms, the 4,032-seat New Orleans Theater for concerts and Broadway shows, the Great Hall with 60,300 square feet of divisible column-free ballroom space, and La Nouvelle Orleans Ballroom with 36,000 square feet of event space. The venue serves diverse industries including healthcare, technology, automotive, food service, and manufacturing, hosting major trade shows, conventions, corporate events, and exhibitions throughout the year. Key facilities include extensive parking for 2,500 vehicles, advanced audiovisual capabilities, high-speed internet connectivity, multiple loading docks, and comprehensive catering services. The convention center has achieved LEED Gold certification, making it the largest LEED-certified project in Louisiana and demonstrating its commitment to environmental sustainability. Its strategic location near the French Quarter and along the banks of the Mississippi River makes it geographically significant for both domestic and international events, consistently ranking among the top ten facilities nationwide for hosting conventions and trade shows annually.