Gallery
Pricing
Discounts may be applied if booking multiple spaces. All times listed include load-in and breakdown. Private Event reservations that go past their contracted time will incur additional fees. Food and drink are not allowed in the ballroom, auditorium, and gallery spaces.
Spaces
Muriel & Ernest Johnson Ballroom
With floor-to-ceiling opulent victorian architecture details, the ballroom adds the perfect vintage elegance to any event. Guests will have the unique opportunity to enter through the historic entrance, exclusively available for after-hour private events. The ballroom has 2,900 square feet of usable space, with capacity at 300 standing, 200 theater style, or 120 banquet style.
Private Events FAQ
An event date is secured once the Private Events Policies and Procedures Agreement and Private Event Contracts are signed, and the security deposit is received.
An initial deposit of 50% of the event contract total is due upon signing. Final payment is due 30 days prior to the event date. Any additional fees incurred are due no later than 10 days after the event.
Yes, please review the insurance requirements and provide the certificate of insurance (COI) a minimum of 30 days prior to the event. Failure to provide an accurate COI may result in cancellation or rescheduling of the event.
Events with 100 or more guests must engage a dedicated event coordinator who is present for the duration of the event from setup to strike to facilitate run-of-show and event logistics.
Rentals of the entire Museum include all gallery spaces within specified rental cost. For all other rentals, access to Museum galleries is available for an additional fee of $500 per hour, per gallery. If the event takes place during Museum open hours, event guests may visit the galleries at a reduced group admission rate of $8 per guest.
Docents (gallery guides) may be available during your event for an additional fee of $100 per docent, per hour. Requests must be booked a minimum of 45 days in advance.
Audio/visual technical support and equipment is available with advance booking. Additional fees will be incurred.
Museum members at the Director’s Circle Trustee level and above and public agencies and organizations with 501(c)(3) status are eligible for rental discounts. When applicable, proof of nonprofit or public agency status must be presented at time of booking. Discounts, if any, are non-transferrable and may not be combined.