The University of Washington Leon CenterThe Palacio del Conde Luna & Leon Center Facilities
The Palacio del Conde Luna, a 14th century gothic palace, was the seat of the original Kingdom of Leon before Christian Spain was politically united under Ferdinand and Isabel in 1469. In the 16th century, a three-story Renaissance tower was added. The entire building was given a 25 million euro renovation in 2009, after which the City of Leon gave the University of Washington use of the Renaissance tower rent free for 10 years to house a study center. The Leon Center is UW's second center in Europe after the Rome Center.
The Leon Center is outfitted with high speed wi-fi, a wireless printer, a computer for students, and air-conditioning. In addition, the following spaces are available for use by your program or conference:
Second Floor Classroom
The second floor classroom has moveable tablet armchairs, and can hold up to 50 people. It is the perfect space for larger classes, lectures, or other activities you may want to plan at the Center.
Third Floor Seminar Room
Just up the spriral staircase, you will find this third floor classroom with beautiful views of the cathedral and the city of Leon. The room holds up to 20 people, is outfitted with tables and chairs, and is ideal for a class or conference!
Faculty Workstations
The Center has two faculty workstations, which can be used during the business hours of the Palacio del Conde Luna. With high-speed Wi-Fi and a photocopier/printer you will be able to connect to from your own computer, the Center is an ideal place to spend the afternoon answering e-mails, researching, or writing.
First Floor Exhibit & Conference Space
On the first floor of the Palacio del Conde Luna, you will find this beautiful exhibit space, which is shared with the City of Leon. This is the perfect place to hold a larger conference, event, or exhibit, and is where the inauguration ceremony for the Center took place.