Gray Matter Museum of Art Address withheld to ensure privacy. • San Clemente • CA 92673


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Why You'll Love This Place

A Here Comes The Guide Wedding Venue Review
  • Nestled on the hills of San Clemente, this cool, contemporary art museum offers the perfect blend of laid-back California cool and dynamic modern design. Created as a place to expand the mind and "trigger your gray matter," it's perfect for couples seeking stylish, unique surroundings without losing sight of the tremendous natural beauty of the OC's shores.
  • Say "I do" on the Ocean Terrace, perched above the sprawling city and sparkling sea. Your whole celebration can happen on the adjacent Garden Courtyard—the sunsets are especially spectacular here—but couples often opt to move the party inside to take advantage of the rotating artwork on display. Flanked by dual courtyards, the Gallery boasts large glass doors, floor-to-ceiling windows, a living succulent wall, and dramatic vaulted ceilings for a fresh, airy feel.
  • The talented team at The Event Set will handle all the details, meaning you're free to simply enjoy the process and be present on the big day. They'll work closely with you to craft your perfect menu, with diverse and creative offerings from award-winning chefs (and experience with ethnic cuisine, too). Full event design and production services are also available, so let your imagination run wild! 

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PRICES: What's this going to cost?

Rental Fee
  • $500–10,000/event
  • Rental fee varies depending on:
    • Space reserved
    • Event duration
  • Venue rental fees are priced per-hour and can include:

    • Exclusive use of the selected ceremony and reception space
    • 30-minute ceremony rehearsal
    • 1-hour access to Green Room for dressing
    • Assorted tables and acrylic armless ghost chairs
    • 2 Mobile wooden bars
    • Rotating gallery art
    • And more!

    Valet & Security services are additional and required for large groups. Additional Green Room time can be reserved for $250/hour. 

Package Prices
  • Fully-customized packages are available through this venue's exclusive partner, The Event Set, and can include:

    • Catering and Bar services, featuring diverse and creative menu items by award-winning chefs.
    • Full-service event design and production services
    • Upgraded specialty event rentals
    • And more!
Service Charge or Gratuity
  • 20%
Additional Info
  • When inquiring, please provide a phone number in case their detailed email responses end up in your spam mailbox. The venue thanks you! Please see the PDF for additional information. 

GUEST COUNT: How many people can we have here? What’s the max capacity?

Indoors Outdoors
Ceremony Seated 350 300
Cocktails, etc. Standing 600 600
Reception Seated 300 150
Meetings Total meeting capacity for this venue is 300.

Venue Info & FAQs

OPTIONS: What kinds of events can we have here?

  • All-Inclusive
  • Outdoor Ceremony
  • Ceremony
  • Wedding Receptions
  • Outdoor Reception
  • LGBTQ+ Friendly
  • Small Wedding
  • Rehearsal Dinner
  • Special Events / Parties
  • Business Functions / Meetings

POLICIES: What are the food, alcohol, music, and other rules here?

Price

$ • $$

Catering

In-house

Catering is provided by this venue's exclusive partner, The Event Loft. Contact the venue with special requests or questions pertaining to outside caterers.


Alcohol

In-house

Beverage services are provided by this venue's exclusive partner, The Event Loft. Contact the venue with special requests.


Amplified Music

Indoors
Outdoors

Wheelchair Access

Wheelchair accessible

Availability

Year-round, daily.

STYLE: What’s the style and overall vibe of this venue?

Buildings & other settings available:

  • Museum
  • Unique
  • Art Gallery
  • Patio / Deck / Terrace
  • Historic / Landmark Building
  • Non-Profit

VIEWS: What kind of views does this place have?

Peep the views you’ll enjoy from this venue!

  • Garden
  • Landscaped Grounds
  • Ocean / Bay
  • Panoramic

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