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  Museum of Ventura County

  100 E Main St, Ventura, CA 93001, USA

  • Spaces for 150-200 Guests
  • 1 Museum
  • 1 Landmark

  Located in the heart of historic downtown Ventura, the Museum of Ventura County is the perfect setting for meetings and events.

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  Laguna Art Museum

  307 Cliff Dr, Laguna Beach, CA 92651, USA

  • Spaces for 20-200 Guests
  • 3 Museums
  • 2 Historic Spaces
  • 3 Total Spaces

  Laguna Art Museum is a cultural institution founded in 1918 by local artists, situated at 307 Cliff Drive in Laguna Beach, California. Overlooking the Pacific Ocean, the museum has served as a gathering place for art and community for over a century, dedicated to presenting art that embodies and preserves the California experience. The museum offers a range of event spaces that accommodate gatherings from intimate workshops to large receptions of up to 350 guests. The Steele Gallery, the largest of the museum's event galleries, seats 120 guests at rounds, while a second gallery accommodates 60–80 guests in rows. A conference room equipped with a projector and screen supports meetings, workshops, and training sessions, and a Kids' Studio provides a creative birthday celebration environment for younger guests. Private events benefit from on-site amenities including a stage, podium, wireless microphones, sound system, and a kitchen with a 30-inch gas oven and warming drawers. The museum works with a preferred vendor list of caterers, musicians, DJs, florists, and valet services, and welcomes outside caterers for maximum flexibility.

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  Heritage Museum of Orange County

  3101 W Harvard St, Santa Ana, CA 92704, USA

  • Spaces for 380-400 Guests
  • 2 Museums
  • 2 Outdoor Spaces
  • 2 Total Spaces

  The Heritage Museum of Orange County is determined to maintain its beautiful, local history. The venue also offers outdoor, sit-down events for up to 650 guests. Aside from the outdoor option at the Heritage Museum of Orange County, the venue will also provide smaller indoor spaces for smaller meetings and gathering. Because of the initial historical motivation, events like weddings are designed to emulate a 19th century country estate at the Heritage Museum of Orange County. The entire estate offers eleven and a half acres to its guests that will produce privacy and variety. The Heritage Museum of Orange County is also extremely experienced in other events such as fundraising events, Bar and Bat Mitzvahs, and even large Quinceaneras.

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  USS Hornet Sea, Air, & Space Museum

  707 W Hornet Ave, Alameda, CA 94501, USA

  • Spaces for 16-3,000 Guests
  • 7 Museums
  • 7 Landmarks
  • 7 Total Spaces

  The USS Hornet Sea, Air & Space Museum is a National and State Historic Landmark anchored in Alameda, California, just 20 minutes from San Francisco. Moored on San Francisco Bay with sweeping views of the city skyline and the Bay Bridge, the historic aircraft carrier USS Hornet — a veteran of World War II, the Vietnam War, and NASA's Apollo 11 and Apollo 12 recovery missions — serves as one of Northern California's most distinctive event venues. Complimentary parking for more than 500 vehicles is located directly across from the pier. Seven distinct event spaces aboard the ship accommodate gatherings from 16 to 3,000 guests, ranging from the 90,000-square-foot Flight Deck for large-scale picnics and concerts to the intimate Captain's Conference Room where ship captains and presidents once convened. The 44,500-square-foot Hangar Deck (Hangar Bays 1, 2, and 3) supports multiple stages, large seated dinners, trade shows, and conventions, while Hangar Bay 3 alone seats up to 650 for formal dinners and presentations. Events aboard the Hornet can be enhanced with ship tours, a state-of-the-art flight simulator on the Hangar Deck that seats up to 15, docent-led tours of historic locations including the Engine Room and Combat Information Center, fireworks displays, and scavenger hunts. A curated list of preferred catering and production vendors is available through the museum's events team.

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  The Queen Mary

  1126 Queens Hwy, Long Beach, CA 90802, USA

  • Spaces for 50-700 Guests
  • 4 Museums
  • 1 Restaurant
  • 10 Total Spaces

  Long Beach weddings have taken place at the Queen Mary, a gay-friendly venue that has been hosting outstanding events in Southern California for more than 50 years. We are confident that we can satisfy your wedding requirements, whether they are enormous and opulent extravaganzas or small and private gatherings. Take advantage of the warm California weather and get married on the bow, stern, sun deck, or under the Gazebo during a beautiful sunset.. When it comes to a more conventional setting, the exquisitely designed and constructed Royal Wedding Chapel is sure to make any couple feel like they are royalty. With exquisite interior and outdoor wedding settings unlike any other in Southern California, the Queen Mary has something for everyone. From our stunning outside Sun Deck Gazebo to our distinctive Harbor View Deck to our private Wedding Chapel, the Queen Mary has something for everyone. Ceremony Your magnificent day begins on board the majestic Queen Mary, with a breathtaking view of the brilliant blue waters of the Pacific Ocean. In the gazebo, the warm sun gently kisses you as you wait for your big moment to arrive. Family and friends watch with bated breath, eagerly anticipating what will happen next. As the music begins to play, you realize that you are just a few seconds away from your destination. Your perfect wedding is taking shape right in front of your eyes, and with every detail meticulously prepared, all that's left is for you to do is take a deep breath and say, "I do." Reception Starting from the moment you step foot aboard the iconic Queen Mary, you are immersed in the glitz and sophistication of an earlier time. Our 14 Art Deco ballrooms and salons are dripping with 30's style and are adorned with a slew of handcrafted details such as exquisite wood paneling, original Art Deco light fixtures, etched-glass doors, original murals, and luxuriously carved golden onyx fireplaces, to name a few. We also have a full-service bar and a full-service restaurant. If you are organizing an intimate occasion for 20 guests or an opulent extravaganza for 800 guests or more, the Queen Mary will not disappoint. Each area is unique and loaded with character.

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  CuriOdyssey

  1651 Coyote Point Dr, San Mateo, CA 94401, USA

  • Spaces for 75-350 Guests
  • 3 Museums
  • 1 Outdoor
  • 3 Total Spaces

  CuriOdyssey is a science playground and zoo located at Coyote Point in San Mateo, California, set against a panoramic backdrop of the San Francisco Bay and surrounded by California redwoods and eucalyptus groves. The venue offers a distinctive setting for weddings, corporate events, private celebrations, and special gatherings — where guests explore interactive science exhibits and encounter live animals alongside the festivities. Three event spaces accommodate groups of all sizes, from intimate gatherings to full-facility buyouts hosting up to 350 seated guests. Redwood Hall, an 8,000-square-foot indoor space built from reclaimed wood and spread across four distinctive tiers, serves as the centerpiece for receptions and seated dinners. Bay Labs offers 1,450 square feet of modern, versatile meeting and event space with views of the Bay. The outdoor Bay View Grove seats up to 170 guests beneath eucalyptus trees with panoramic water views, and is a popular setting for wedding ceremonies. Rental fees at CuriOdyssey directly support early childhood education and animal conservation initiatives. All packages include access to the museum, zoo, parking, staffing, and tables and chairs. The events team works with renters on custom floorplans and connects clients with a roster of preferred caterers and vendors.

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  Oceanside Museum Of Art

  704 Pier View Way, Oceanside, CA 92054, USA

  • Spaces for 350 Guests
  • 1 Museum
  • 1 Art Gallery

  Oceanside Museum of Art (OMA) is a contemporary art museum in the heart of downtown Oceanside, California, steps from the Pacific Ocean. The museum's collection and rotating exhibitions celebrate Southern California artists, and its architecturally distinguished spaces make it one of the region's most distinctive event settings. The Central Pavilion — an Orchid Award-winning design by architect Frederick Fisher — serves as the primary event space, welcoming up to 350 guests beneath a soaring ceiling with retractable glass doors that open onto an adjacent terrace. Additional rental areas include the Terrace, the historic Irving Gill Wing (a National Historic Landmark in Mission Revival style), and The Groves galleries, offering flexible configurations for gatherings of varied sizes and styles. OMA brings a flexible approach to event planning: clients may select from a preferred caterer list or bring their own licensed vendor, and the museum's gallery spaces remain accessible to guests during evening events. Tables, chairs, audio/visual equipment, and other essentials are available for rental on-site, and the museum's events team can arrange docent tours, live artists, and interactive art experiences to enrich any occasion.

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  San Luis Obispo Museum of Art

  1010 Broad St, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401, USA

  • Spaces for 130-200 Guests
  • 1 Museum
  • 1 Historic Space
  • 1 Art Gallery

  The San Luis Obispo Museum of Art (SLOMA) is a nonprofit art museum located at the west end of Mission Plaza in the heart of downtown San Luis Obispo, California. Originally founded in the 1950s as the San Luis Obispo Art Association, SLOMA became an official museum in 2011 and has since grown into a cornerstone of the Central Coast arts community. The museum offers free admission and presents rotating exhibitions alongside a permanent collection, with a commitment to bringing people together through art. For private events, SLOMA opens its 2,375-square-foot Museum Main Level — comprising the Gray Gallery, McMeen Gallery, and Nybak Gallery — to gatherings of all kinds. The interconnected galleries accommodate up to 130 guests seated or 200 standing, making the space well suited for wedding receptions, corporate celebrations, fundraisers, and milestone events. Event guests enter through the museum's signature Mission Plaza double doors, with the museum's colorful exterior murals and downtown San Luis Obispo setting providing a distinctive backdrop.

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  Chinese Culture Foundation Of San Francisco

  750 Kearny St, San Francisco, CA 94108, USA

  • Spaces for 299-350 Guests
  • 1 Museum
  • 1 Theater
  • 1 Historic Space

  The Chinese Culture Center of San Francisco (CCC) is a nonprofit arts and cultural organization founded in 1965, occupying 20,000 square feet on the third floor of the Hilton Hotel at the junction of the Financial District and historic Chinatown. Established during the Civil Rights Movement to combat racism and displacement in Chinatown, CCC opened its Kearny Street site in 1973 as a landmark concession to the growing movement in Chinatown around community land use. The center offers three primary event spaces across its main location at 750 Kearny Street: a 299-seat auditorium, a 2,935-square-foot gallery, and the Him Mark Lai Learning Center — making it well suited for large performances and screenings, art-forward receptions, educational programs, and community gatherings. A smaller space at 41 Ross Alley in Chinatown accommodates intimate pop-ups and private events. CCC's programming spans contemporary art exhibitions, thought leader seminars, and festivals including the Chinatown Music Festival and Hungry Ghost Festival. Events and rental inquiries are handled by the administrative team, who work with nonprofits, community partners, and private clients to make use of the center's culturally distinctive spaces.

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  Santa Cruz Museum of Art & History

  705 Front St, Santa Cruz, CA 95060, USA

  • Spaces for 50-130 Guests
  • 1 Museum
  • 1 Landmark

  The Santa Cruz Museum of Art & History (MAH) occupies a landmark building at 705 Front Street in the heart of downtown Santa Cruz, California. As the cultural hub of Santa Cruz County, the MAH brings together bilingual exhibitions, community events, and educational programming in a setting equally suited to private gatherings and celebrations. The museum's rentable spaces range from intimate to expansive, accommodating groups of 20 to 200 guests across five distinct areas. The 1,200-square-foot Atrium offers floor-to-ceiling windows and a projection system for receptions and presentations, while the Kincentricity Garden provides 1,800 square feet of lush outdoor space ideal for wedding ceremonies and seated dinners. The rooftop Sculpture Garden — the only rentable rooftop in Downtown Santa Cruz — and the indoor/outdoor Garden Room round out the venue's versatile offerings. Each rental includes complimentary use of the in-house sound system, rectangle and cocktail tables, folding chairs, and one dedicated MAH staff member. Couples and event planners will find the museum's distinctive blend of art, history, and community spirit a memorable backdrop for any occasion.

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  San Diego Museum of Art

  1450 El Prado, San Diego, CA 92101, USA

  • Spaces for 40-500 Guests
  • 2 Museums
  • 2 Restaurants
  • 5 Total Spaces

  The San Diego Museum of Art is the oldest, largest, and most visited art museum in the region. The San Diego Museum of Art is a notable cultural resource, displaying works of art from all over the world, with an encyclopedic collection of more than 20,000 artifacts. The Museum, which is located in the heart of Balboa Park, is a unique destination where you can learn about San Diego's natural beauty, history, art, and culture. The Spanish Colonial-style building of the San Diego Museum of Art, which opened in 1926, was inspired by the 1915 Panama-California international exposition. Corporate events, private parties, weddings, seminars, and meetings can all be held in the Museum's indoor galleries and outdoor sculpture court and garden. The May S. Marcy Sculpture Garden is offered for private wedding ceremonies and is open to the public. The San Diego Museum of Art is pleased to announce a collaboration with PEP Creative to provide beautiful, stress-free interior and outdoor wedding ceremonies.

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  Bayview Dining Room

  1700 W Hillsdale Blvd, San Mateo, CA 94402, USA

  • Spaces for 300 Guests
  • 1 Museum
  • 1 Landmark

  Since 2011, District Dining has been a part of some of the most spectacular San Francisco Bay Area celebrations. The Farallon Room at Skyline College and the Bayview Dining Room at College of San Mateo are both one-of-a-kind venues that can help you plan the perfect occasion. We provide dedicated staff for a personalized event for our visitors. A LITTLE ABOUT BAYVIEW DINING ROOM The Bayview Dining Room, located at the top of Hillsdale Boulevard in the College Center on CSM's beautiful campus, has floor to ceiling windows that let in plenty of natural light as well as stunning views of the San Francisco Bay Area and its surrounding mountain ranges. Our unique location provides a stunning backdrop for all types of events. For added convenience, this multipurpose event venue has option breakout rooms upstairs for conference sessions, as well as in-house catering and AV resources. Minimum guest count: 100 (includes space for dance floor, buffet) Max Party/Wedding Capacity: 300 Max Auditorium Seating Capacity: 300 Max Capacity for events requiring additional activity space (silent auction, etc.): 250 (typical—varies per specific event details) A LITTLE ABOUT THE FARALLON ROOM Skyline College's Farallon Room is positioned cliffside in San Bruno, overlooking the Pacific Ocean and hills below. Floor-to-ceiling windows, two fireplaces, and a semi-enclosed terrace characterize our new location. From weddings to corporate functions, our versatile, open space provides the perfect venue. This modern event venue offers flexibility in terms of room arrangement, catering services, and audio visual requirements. Minimum guest count: 90 (includes space for dance floor + buffet) Max Party/Wedding Capacity: 240 (includes space for dance floor, + buffet in pre-function area) Max Auditorium Seating Capacity: 300 Max Capacity for events requiring additional activity space (silent auction, etc.): 230 (typical - varies per specific event details)

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  The Ruth Bancroft Garden

  1552 Bancroft Rd, Walnut Creek, CA 94598, USA

  • Spaces for 100-180 Guests
  • 1 Museum
  • 1 Landmark

  Make your dream event a reality! Weddings, business gatherings, baby showers, birthday, anniversary, memorial celebrations, and other events can all be held in the Garden. Our incredible assortment of succulents and drought-tolerant plants creates a one-of-a-kind background for your special event that you and your guests will remember. Our new Visitor & Education Center building also provides inside space, allowing you to have your event at any time of year. Individuals, businesses, corporations, and charitable organizations with 501(c)3 status can use the Garden's unique, intimate venue of stunning landscapes and distinctive areas for non-commercial purposes. Depending on the size and type of event, gatherings are hosted in various spots across the Garden. Weddings Bring your love together in a world-famous garden! The Ruth Bancroft Garden, with its 3.5 acres of succulents and drought-tolerant plants, makes for gorgeous photographs and a one-of-a-kind location for your special day. Wedding receptions in our new Visitor and Education Center can be held either outdoors or indoors. Social Occasions and Parties Are you preparing for a special occasion? Birthdays, anniversaries, memorials, baby showers, and other events can be held in the Garden's outdoor and interior venues. Your guests will love being able to celebrate among the Garden's beautiful collection of mature trees, cactus, and succulents from all over the world. Our new Visitor and Education Center's Great Room can accommodate 80-100 seated guests and may be configured in a variety of ways to meet your needs. Corporate Events & Business Meetings Off-site business meetings, trainings, retreats, and corporate social events are all possible in the Garden. You can conduct work in one of two indoor conference rooms before unwinding and socializing outside while touring the Garden or sipping a beverage by the fire on our patio. Our Loft Room can hold 20-40 people depending on seating and table arrangements, while our Great Room can accommodate 80-100 people sitting. We can accommodate up to 180 people if your event is ideally suited for simultaneous interior and outdoor seating.

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  Santa Barbara Zoo

  500 Ninos Dr, Santa Barbara, CA 93103, USA

  • Spaces for 100-1,200 Guests
  • 2 Museums
  • 1 Outdoor
  • 2 Total Spaces

  Set on 30 acres of lush botanical gardens overlooking the Pacific Ocean, the Andree Clark Bird Refuge, and the Santa Ynez Mountains, the Santa Barbara Zoo has been welcoming guests since 1963. Recognized as one of the world's most beautiful zoos, it operates as a private nonprofit and is accredited by the Association of Zoos and Aquariums. For private events, the Zoo opens its grounds year-round from 5 to 10 p.m., with early access beginning at 4 p.m. Two distinct venues — the panoramic Hilltop & Palm Garden and the flexible Discovery Pavilion — accommodate gatherings ranging from intimate 50-person meetings to celebrations of up to 1,200. Daytime events such as company picnics and family gatherings are also available from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. for groups of 10 to 300. All catering and rental coordination is handled by Events by Rincon, with options for animal encounters, exclusive train rides, giraffe feedings, and zookeeper talks available as event enhancements. Revenue from private events directly supports the Zoo's conservation, education, and animal care programs.

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  NUMU New Museum Los Gatos

  106 E Main St, Los Gatos, CA 95030, USA

  • Spaces for 100-240 Guests
  • 1 Museum
  • 1 Landmark

  The New Museum Los Gatos (NUMU), formerly the Museums of Los Gatos, is a public non-profit art and history museum in downtown Los Gatos. It was created in 1965. NUMU's aim is to engage the community via innovative, locally relevant, and internationally relevant exhibitions, events, and experiences at the crossroads of art, history, and education. NUMU's Private Parties offer a one-of-a-kind celebrating experience created just for you! Come to the museum with your guests for a fantastically entertaining evening in the Flick Studio and Maker Space. Then, if you're really ambitious, take over the NUMU Club and turn it into a movie theater, a bar, a lounge, or a dance floor. And it only gets better! Eat, drink, relax, and chat with your guests on NUMU's private outside patio. Last but not least, you and your friends are free to explore NUMU's two floors of exhibition galleries to enhance your creative interests. Through innovative, locally relevant, and internationally relevant exhibits, events, and experiences, we engage the community at the nexus of art, history, and education. Through our operations, exhibitions, public events, and permanent collection, NUMU provides equal and equitable representation, opportunities, and services to all stakeholders.

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  The Walt Disney Family Museum

  104 Montgomery St, San Francisco, CA 94129, USA

  • Spaces for 100 Guests
  • 1 Museum
  • 1 Landmark

  Located in San Francisco, The Walt Disney Family Museum is one the most inspirational venues in the Bay Area. The Walt Disney Family Museum is surrounded by beautiful charm and overlooks the Golden Gate Bridge. The Walt Disney Family Museum is the ideal venue for any and all events and can be customized to fit the needs of all different event types. The Walt Disney Family Museum strives to make any event a truly memorable and remarkable experience for anyone in attendance.

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  Museum of Photographic Arts

  1649 El Prado, San Diego, CA 92101, USA

  • Spaces for 150-175 Guests
  • 1 Museum
  • 1 Landmark

  No general admission fee is required to visit the Museum of Photographic Arts (MOPA), which is located in historic Balboa Park, and visitors are encouraged to make a donation in lieu of paying admission. MOPA is made accessible to everyone through this voluntary contribution policy, which is based on how much one wishes to contribute. The parking lots along Space Theater Way are available for patrons, and on-street parking is available along Park Blvd. Because parking can be difficult during peak hours or during events, additional parking lots are strategically placed throughout Balboa Park to accommodate visitors. From the parking lots to various points throughout Balboa Park, a free tram service is available from 8:30 a.m. to 6:00 p.m., with extended hours during the summer months, with extended hours during the winter months. MFA (Museum of Fine Arts in Photography) The Museum of Photographic Arts, located in the heart of Balboa Park, provides a picture-perfect setting for visitors to enjoy exclusive access to world-renowned photography as well as the Park's historic splendor. The atrium of the Museum is designed in a minimalist style, with dramatic ceilings, skylights, and terrazo flooring throughout. The Museum of Photographic Arts in San Diego, which is located in the heart of Balboa Park, is a picture-perfect venue that provides visitors with exclusive access to world-renowned photography as well as the Park's historic splendor. MOPA's elegant setting is ideal for hosting private parties, corporate gatherings, wedding receptions, and fundraising events of all kinds. View our photo gallery of images from previous events at MOPA. You can get the PDF guide here. Do you want to see the space right now? Call Melissa Pfeiffer at (619) 238-7559 ext. 290 for more information. More information about Picture Perfect Events or to schedule a tour of the venue can be obtained by contacting Mopa's Special Events Department at events@mopa.org or (619) 238-7559 ext. 290.

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  Ocean Institute

  24200 Dana Point Harbor Dr, Dana Point, CA 92629, USA

  • Spaces for 12-250 Guests
  • 4 Museums
  • 2 Outdoor Spaces
  • 4 Total Spaces

  Perched on 2.4 acres along the edge of Dana Point Harbor in Dana Point, California, the Ocean Institute is a nonprofit marine science and maritime history center that has welcomed groups to its waterfront campus since 1977. Situated steps from a Marine Protected Area, the facility offers a genuinely distinctive backdrop for private events — one where tall-ship replicas dock at the working wharf and ocean views frame nearly every space. Four distinct event venues span a range of guest counts and atmospheres. The Samueli Conference Center & Courtyard seats up to 180 guests beneath vaulted ceilings and floor-to-ceiling windows, while the open-air Surf Deck delivers 180-degree ocean views for more intimate gatherings of up to 80. The Maddie James Maritime Wharf places events directly on the waterfront, overlooking the harbor and the Institute's historic vessels. For smaller meetings, the Executive Boardroom accommodates up to 18 with harbor views and integrated AV. In-house event staff assist with planning and day-of coordination. The campus catering kitchen is available to outside caterers, and add-on experiences — including live animal encounters and youth programming — are available for groups that want to make use of the Institute's broader educational offerings.

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  San Diego Natural History Museum

  1788 El Prado, San Diego, CA 92101, USA

  • Spaces for 200-300 Guests
  • 1 Museum
  • 1 Landmark

  Are you looking for a location for your next event? Make a reservation at The Nat for a memorable experience for your guests. Because of its location in beautiful Balboa Park, just minutes from downtown San Diego's business district, the San Diego Natural History Museum provides a unique and memorable setting for any event. In addition to private corporate and non-profit events, such as weddings and proms, film screening and meetings are held at the venue on a regular basis. Multi-level exhibition and event spaces provide you and your guests with the opportunity to explore galleries that bring the natural world to life while also having an unforgettable evening out. If you are planning a seated dinner for 100 people or an open-air reception for 1,800, we will transform the Museum to accommodate your vision. Through research, education, and exhibits, the Nat is a non-profit organization dedicated to interpreting and interpreting the natural world. When you book your event at The Nat, you are assisting us in our mission to inspire a respect for nature and the environment in all people everywhere. If you have any questions, would like to book an event, or would like to receive an event planning guide that includes detailed information about our venue, please fill out our contact form or send an email to events@sdnhm.org. We will respond as soon as possible. Speeches and Lectures Nat Talks, made possible by support from presenting sponsor The Downing Family Foundation and media partner KPBS, feature museum staff and outside experts speaking on a variety of topics, including the latest in scientific research, history, conservation, and the natural world. The program is produced by the National Geographic Society. The Climate Change Series is a collection of essays on climate change. The National Geographic Society and the Climate Science Alliance are collaborating to offer a series of evening talks and daytime lessons on climate change in 2021, which will be the first time. These events, which take place once a quarter, delve into the complex topic of climate change and its consequences. The more information we have, the better we will be able to respond to what is taking place. Become a member and feel empowered. Purchase tickets for each event by clicking on the link that corresponds to it. Visit our YouTube playlist to watch re-enacted presentations and lectures. Please keep in mind that all presentations are offered in Pacific Standard Time (PST/PDT).

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  Meux Home Museum

  1007 R St, Fresno, CA 93721, USA

  • Spaces for 100-200 Guests
  • 1 Museum
  • 1 Outdoor
  • 1 space at this venue

  The Meux Home Museum is a beautifully preserved 1888 Victorian-era residence in the heart of downtown Fresno, California, situated at the corner of Tulare and R Streets. Built for Dr. Thomas Richard Meux and his family, the home stands as an enduring symbol of Fresno's Gilded Age, reflecting the architectural elegance and societal character of the late 19th century. Restored and opened as a museum in 1973, it features original period furnishings, intricate woodwork, and curated exhibits that bring local history to life. The museum offers two event spaces for private rentals: the Carriage House and Garden Venue, which accommodates up to 100 guests for weddings, celebrations, and tea parties, and a Conference and Meeting Space in the Carriage House Annex suited for workshops, presentations, and small gatherings. Both spaces include access to Victorian gardens and up to 12 hours of venue time, with flexible seating configurations available. Beyond its rental offerings, the Meux Home Museum hosts a rotating calendar of community events — from seasonal markets and garden teas to candlelit evening gatherings — drawing on its historic architecture and gardens to create distinctive experiences in the Central Valley.

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