Los Angeles County Museum of Art

The Los Angeles County Museum of Art (LACMA) at 5905 Wilshire Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90036, offers a variety of meeting, conference, and event facilities. Here is a detailed description of the available function rooms, their capacities, and the services provided:

Function Rooms and Capacities

• Los Angeles Times Central Court

• Type: Outdoor
• Capacity: 1,500 cocktail, 600 banquet
• Square Feet: 14,400
• Rates: Corporate: $8,500, Nonprofit: $6,500
• Description: This courtyard provides a stunning backdrop for large or small stand-up receptions, seated dinners, or dancing.

• LACMA West Penthouse

• Type: Indoor & Outdoor
• Capacity: 900 cocktail, 700 banquet
• Square Feet: 20,772
• Rates: Corporate: $9,000, Nonprofit: $7,000
• Description: Located in the historic art deco 1939 building, this space includes three indoor rooms (Terrace Room, Wilshire I and Wilshire II) and an adjacent Outdoor Terrace.

• LACMA West Terrace Room

• Type: Indoor & Outdoor
• Capacity: 750 cocktail, 450 banquet
• Square Feet: 17,731
• Rates: Corporate: $8,000, Nonprofit: $6,000
• Description: This room offers versatile event spaces.

• Wilshire I & II

• Type: Indoor & Outdoor
• Capacity: 200 cocktail, 120 banquet
• Square Feet: 3,041
• Rates: Corporate: $4,000, Nonprofit: $3,000
• Description: Ideal for smaller events.

• Walker Foyer

• Type: Indoor
• Capacity: 75 cocktail, 50 banquet
• Square Feet: 1,120
• Rates: Corporate: $5,000, Nonprofit: $3,500
• Description: Provides a tranquil environment for cocktail receptions and seated dinners.

• Brown Auditorium

• Type: Indoor
• Capacity: 116
• Square Feet: 2,000
• Rates: Corporate: $2,500, Nonprofit: $1,500
• Description: Equipped with rear projection and a 15’ x 5’ screen, perfect for small lectures, slide shows, and PowerPoint presentations.

• Bing Theater

• Type: Indoor & Outdoor
• Capacity: 700 cocktail, 500 banquet
• Square Feet: 7,175
• Rates: Corporate: $8,500, Nonprofit: $6,500
• Description: Home to LACMA’s renowned film and music programs, equipped for 35mm and 70mm film as well as video productions.

• BP Grand Entrance

• Type: Indoor & Outdoor
• Capacity: 700 cocktail, 500 banquet
• Square Feet: 15,376
• Rates: Corporate: $10,000, Nonprofit: $8,000
• Description: An open-air pavilion surrounded by magnificent works of art and architecture, accessible through Chris Burden’s Urban Light installation.

• Richard and Lenore Wayne Foyer

• Type: Indoor
• Capacity: 150 cocktail, 100 banquet
• Square Feet: 2,500
• Rates: Corporate: $7,500, Nonprofit: $5,500
• Description: An intimate gathering place surrounded by galleries, including the museum’s award-winning modern art installation.

Services

• Facility Fees: Include museum admission, security (including gallery attendants), custodial services, full-service events coordination, in-house audiovisual staffing, and basic equipment.

• Additional Fees: May apply for specially ticketed exhibitions.

• In-House Catering Service: Available for all events.

• Preferred Vendor List: Includes a list of preferred vendors for catering and other event services.

LACMA offers a comprehensive range of event spaces tailored to various needs, from intimate gatherings to large-scale receptions and conferences. The museum’s diverse facilities ensure that each event is both memorable and well-organized.