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Space Reservations

The Frieson Black Cultural Center is a place for all students and members of the community to gather, learn, and share ideas and experiences.

Space Reservations are unavailable until further notice, while MSL and the FBCC are renovating the building. We apologize for any inconvenience.


Building Features

The Frieson Black Cultural Center (FBCC) boasts more than 13,700 square feet and is conveniently located at 1800 Melrose Avenue. Formerly the Black Cultural Center, the Frieson Black Cultural Center opened in June 2002 and features a library/reading room, computer lab, student lounge, gallery, multipurpose rooms, student organization suite, conference room, tutorial suites, and administrative offices.

Meeting Spaces

The Frieson Black Cultural Center has meeting rooms to help provide for the meeting and programming needs of the campus community. The FBCC can accommodate groups, depending upon the configuration requested, ranging from 5 to 120 people (108 if catered event). In addition, a number of event support services are available to help our guests present a quality event.

Event Support Services

  • Audio-visual equipment rental
  • Catering
  • Computer and telecommunication access

Make a Reservation

Reservations may be made for any time the Frieson Black Cultural Center is open during the current academic year. New reservations for the following academic year will typically be processed after June 15.

The exception to this is: University departments and organizations (including student organizations) may not reserve space for standard weekly meetings until after November 15 for the spring semester and after April 15 for the summer and fall semesters. This is to allow time for the scheduling of special events.

Reservations are made through Campus Event Services. Please use the following links:


Questions about your reservation

Our staff are ready to assist in determining how the Frieson Black Cultural Center can best meet your organization’s needs.

Reservation Office

8:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m., Monday–Friday
865-974-6861
reservations@utk.edu