Long Beach Museum of Art
2300 East Ocean Boulevard
Long Beach, CA 90803
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Contact: Event/Catering Manager
Phone: 562/439-2119 x234
www.lbma.org
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Why We Like This Place
Perched on a bluff overlooking Long Beach Harbor and the Pacific Ocean, the well-tended grounds of the Long Beach Museum of Art offer a surprisingly spacious setting for an open-air event.
The property features a historic landmark—the beautifully restored Elizabeth Milbank Anderson House, a 1912 brick-and- timber Craftsman-style residence and an adjacent carriage house. A picturesque arched entryway welcomes guests into the private garden flanked by the historic home and the gleaming new exhibition galleries.
Inside the entryway a broad manicured lawn provides a smooth green expanse for weddings, receptions or corporate events under the sun—or stars. The seaward side of the garden has spectacular views of the white sands of Long Beach, the harbor (including the Queen Mary) and the Pacific beyond.
If you’ve contemplated having an outdoor event with sweeping ocean views, this is a must-see location. Nestled between the historic home and the new two-story galleries, the garden offers a stunning panorama of the Long Beach Harbor in an al fresco setting. This is a versatile space, great for ceremonies, cocktail parties or receptions. It doesn’t matter what kind of event you have here, you’ll enjoy fabulous ocean vistas from the lawn or from the patio surrounding the Claire Falkenstein fountain. And no matter what the weather, you can still safely plan on having your event outdoors, since the garden lawn can be tented.
The new galleries, situated next to the garden lawn, are where the Museum’s ongoing exhibits and permanent collections are showcased. The structure is designed in the traditional Arts and Crafts style consistent with the Museum’s historic architecture. Polished concrete floors and a dramatic staircase are a perfect backdrop for receptions.
An area for smaller gatherings is the Museum Café, located on the ground floor of the Elizabeth Milbank Anderson house. This is a perfect space for an intimate rehearsal dinner or a smaller wedding. The café occupies what used to be the historic home’s living and dining rooms, and is a warm and inviting space, with mahogany paneled walls, a hardwood floor, multiple fireplaces and bay windows with views of the fountain and the ocean beyond.
Even though this is a museum with fine art galleries, you don’t need to be an art lover to appreciate the assets of this facility.
Capacity
Ceremony |
Reception/Special Events |
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Max. Seated Indoors: 100 Max. Seated Outdoors: 350 |
Max. Seated Indoors: 100 Max. Seated Outdoors: 350 Max. Standing Indoors: 150 Max. Standing Outdoors: 500 |
Max. Seated: 100 |
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CEREMONY, EVENT/RECEPTION & MEETING CAPACITY: The Garden and Patio accommodate up to 350 seated or 500 standing guests; the Museum Café holds up to 100 seated or 150 standing. |
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Fees & Deposits
50% of the rental fee is a nonrefundable deposit required to secure your date. The rental fee balance and a $500 refundable security deposit are payable 6 months prior to the event. Catering packages start at $122/person and include food, beverage, staffing, sales tax and gratuity. Rental fees are additional, and range $1,000–3,000 depending on the space(s) rented. Valet parking required.
Availability
Monday through Friday 8am–10pm; Saturday and Sunday 5:30pm–10pm; additional time is provided for setup, breakdown and cleanup.
CateringProvidedAlcoholProvidedLocation UsesCeremoniesWedding Receptions Special Events, Parties Business Functions/Meetings Rehearsal Dinners Services/AmenitiesCatering: provided by exclusive caterer |
Amplified MusicIndoorsOutdoors w/ Restrictions Wheelchair AccessWheelchair AccessibleSite ViewsGardenGarden Patio/Courtyard Ocean/Bay Venue TypeBanquet Hall/Events FacilityGarden Historic/Landmark Building Museum Waterfront/Beach Location RestrictionsAlcohol: provided |
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