Maude Cobb Convention Center

Maude Cobb Convention Center is a multiuse facility in Longview that is dedicated to an industrious lady by the name Maude Cobb, who was a friend and inspiration to every resident in Longview. Opened in January 1984, the center is part of the Longview Convention Complex and covers a total area of 40,000 square feet. It has five auxiliary rooms and its amenities include dressing and shower facilities, movable staging arrangements, acoustical sound system, glass foyer, and a portico. Moreover, the venue features a 30,000-square-feet main hall with a 2,500-seat theater, 2,150-seat banquet, and a 1300-seat classroom.

Located in the core of Longview, Maude Cobb Convention Center offers easy access to clubs, restaurants, shopping, and hotels. Super 8 by Wyndham Longview/North and Homewood Suites by Hilton Longview are two best hotels that are less than 5 minutes away from the convention center. Both properties provide daily breakfast, high-speed internet access, and parking that are all free of charge. Meanwhile, it will take 10 minutes to reach Best Western Longview, which has vending machines and a business center. Furthermore, attractions surround the facility as well. One of the closest is the Gregg County Historical Museum that holds exhibits about the history of Gregg County. Paul Boorman Trail Park is another site close by and it’s ideal for nature lovers. Outside of Longview, there are more tourist sites to visit, like the Lonestar Speedway in Kilgore and the Caddo Lake State Park in Karnack.