The Roland E. Powell Convention Center, also known as the Ocean City Convention Center, is a multi-purpose

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in Ocean City, Maryland,

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. It contains of floor space. It can also be converted into a 5,000 seat

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that can host sporting events, like

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, as well as concerts. It is named after former mayor of Ocean City, Roland E. Powell. Food and beverage, catering, and special event services are provided by

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Roland E. Powell Convention Center

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