PLATTEVILLE, Wis. — University of Wisconsin-Platteville’s IDEA Hub Accelerator is hosting a grand opening and open house this week.

The Innovation Driving Entrepreneurship Accelerator Hub is now located at 125 W. Main St. in Platteville. The public is invited to visit the center from 3 to 4 p.m. Thursday, April 14.

The center, previously housed at Platteville Business Incubator, offers courses in startup creation and support for entrepreneurs.

“This new location will be the center for innovation and startups in southwest Wisconsin, offering entrepreneurs a space to grow their ideas, connect with mentors, create prototypes and more,” according to a press release.