Overview & Suitability
Lot J - Visitor Parking is an open-air, surface-level parking facility situated on the Kennesaw Campus of Kennesaw State University (KSU) at 441 Prillaman Way. Conveniently located near the Zuckerman Museum of Art, the Bailey Performance Center, and the Prillaman Health Sciences building, this lot is specifically dedicated to university visitors and campus guests. It is perfectly suited for standard passenger cars, SUVs, and light trucks. Due to its campus-focused design and designated space boundaries, it is not suitable for RVs, motorhomes, or oversized commercial vehicles.
Access, Dimensions & Clearance
As an outdoor surface lot, Lot J has no overhead clearance restrictions or height barriers, offering easy parking for vehicles equipped with roof boxes or bicycle racks. The facility is accessed via Parliament Garden Way or Prillaman Way. Navigation within the lot is straightforward with clear lane markings, though drivers should remain highly alert to heavy pedestrian traffic, particularly during peak class transition times and special campus events.
Parking Rates, Tariffs & Booking
Parking fees are enforced 24/7, and visitors must register their vehicle upon arrival. Payments are managed seamlessly through contactless methods:
- First 30 minutes: $1.00
- 31 minutes to 1 hour: $3.00
- 1 to 2 hours: $6.00
- 2 to 3 hours: $8.00
- 3 to 4 hours: $10.00 (with $1.00 per each additional 30 minutes thereafter)
- Maximum Daily Rate: $12.00
Payments can be made via pay-per-plate kiosks located directly in the lot or through the ParkMobile app using Zone 35105 (note: a $0.35 ParkMobile transaction fee applies). Cash is not accepted.
Security & Amenities
The lot is well-lit and regularly patrolled by Kennesaw State University Police to ensure a safe environment. Emergency 'blue light' campus phones are easily accessible nearby. Standard ADA-compliant accessible parking spaces are available for drivers with valid disability placards.
Strategic Alternative
Lot J is the premier parking choice for members of the general public attending exhibitions at the Zuckerman Museum of Art, concerts at the Bobbie Bailey Performance Center, or sporting events at the Stillwell Baseball Stadium and Bailey Park. It also serves as an excellent starting point for prospective students and families taking campus tours.
