Ahmanson Hall

• Cotsen Auditorium (Ahmanson Ballroom)

  5,840 + 1,370

  420/360

  650

  1,200

  Cotsen Auditorium (Ahmanson Ballroom)

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  With its one-of-a-kind ceiling and clear sightlines from any seat in the room, the Cotsen Auditorium (also known as the Ahmanson Ballroom) is a favorite for social celebrations and business gatherings alike. Glass doors open to the Guerin Courtyard, providing seamless indoor/outdoor flow for your guests, while the adjacent Murphy Foyer and Bergreen Boardroom serve as reception or registration areas.

  Area (ft²):
  5,840 main floor + 1,370 mezzanine (7,210 total)

  Capacity:
  Banquet seating: 420 without dance floor, 360 with dance floor
  Theater seating: 650
  Standing reception: 1,200

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• Guerin Courtyard

  4,044

  160

  200

  320

  Guerin Courtyard

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  Affording hillside views and located directly adjacent to the Cotsen Auditorium (Ahmanson Ballroom), this lovely courtyard is ideal for coffee breaks, cocktail hour, a silent auction during a business function, or even an intimate wedding prior to a grand reception inside the ballroom.

  Area (ft²):
  4,044

  Capacity:
  Banquet seating: 160
  Theater seating: 200
  Standing reception: 320

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• Murphy Foyer

  1,276

  80

  130

  200

  Murphy Foyer

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  With its high glass ceilings and adjoining balcony overlooking the Skirball's gorgeously landscaped arroyo garden, this pre-function space sets the stage for the magnificence of the Cotsen Auditorium (Ahmanson Ballroom). Note: The Murphy Foyer may only be booked in conjunction with the auditorium/ballroom.

  Area (ft²):
  1,276

  Capacity:
  Banquet seating: 80
  Theater seating: 130
  Standing reception: 200

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• Bergreen Boardroom

  696

  40

  60

  75

  Bergreen Boardroom

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  Another convenient pre-function space that services the Murphy Foyer and the Cotsen Auditorium (Ahmanson Ballroom).

  Area (ft²):
  696

  Capacity:
  Banquet seating: 40
  Theater seating: 60
  Standing reception: 75

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Herscher Hall and Guerin Pavilion

• Guerin Pavilion

  9,166

  670/570

  1,014

  1,833

  Guerin Pavilion

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  This over 9,000-square-foot ballroom is the ideal setting for large-scale conferences, symposia, community forums, corporate business gatherings, nonprofit galas and fundraisers, and social celebrations. Featuring majestic ceiling arches and sweeping vistas of a cascading tiered garden, the ballroom can seat up to 670 banquet guests—or be partitioned into multiple rooms for events that always feel intimate, comfortable, and welcoming. The Guerin Pavilion is equipped with state-of-the-art A/V technologies.

  Area (ft²):
  9,166

  Capacity:
  Banquet seating: 670 without dance floor, 570 with dance floor
  Theater seating: 1,014
  Standing reception: 1,833

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• Ruby Foyer

  4,044

  260

  N/A

  500

  Ruby Foyer

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  The Ruby Foyer, featuring a window-wall view of the courtyard entrance, accommodates up to 500 guests at a standing reception or 260 for a banquet. The foyer is perfect for event check-in or cocktails prior to entering the Guerin Pavilion. An adjoining room serves dual functionality as a coat check or storage room.

  Area (ft²):
  4,044

  Capacity:
  Banquet seating: 260
  Theater seating: N/A
  Standing reception: 500

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• Weingart Foundation Courtyard

  3,540

  N/A

  N/A

  300

  Weingart Foundation Courtyard

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  Guests to your event in Herscher Hall and/or the Guerin Pavilion will arrive at the impressive courtyard entrance, which complements the Ruby Foyer (see above) as pre-function space. A remarkable water feature and intimate olive grove add to the ambience of the courtyard.

  Area (ft²):
  3,540

  Capacity:
  Banquet seating: N/A
  Theater seating: N/A
  Standing reception: 300

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• Herscher Hall Classroom 302

  426

  N/A

  48

  85

  Herscher Hall Classroom 302

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  Ideal for an small class or business meeting. As with all Herscher Hall Classrooms, 302 comes complete with the latest in A/V equipment.

  Area (ft²):
  426

  Capacity:
  Theater seating: 48
  Classroom seating: 24
  Standing reception: 85

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• Herscher Hall Classrooms 303 and 304

  1,114

  N/A

  126

  222

  Herscher Hall Classrooms 303 and 304

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  When combined, these two spaces accommodate up to 222 clients or colleagues. As with all Herscher Hall Classrooms, 303 and 304 come complete with the latest in A/V equipment.

  Area (ft²):
  1,114

  Capacity:
  Theater seating: 126
  Classroom seating: 72
  Standing reception: 222

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• Herscher Hall Classroom 303

  485

  N/A

  54

  97

  Herscher Hall Classroom 303

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  As one of the mid-sized classrooms in Herscher Hall, 303 serves well as a meeting space, classroom, or green room for conference organizers or speakers. As with all Herscher Hall Classrooms, it comes complete with the latest in A/V equipment. It may be combined with Herscher Hall Classroom 304 to create one larger room for presentations or breakout sessions.

  Area (ft²):
  485

  Capacity:
  Theater seating: 54
  Classroom seating: 24
  Standing reception: 97
• Herscher Hall Classroom 304

  629

  N/A

  56

  127

  Herscher Hall Classroom 304

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  As one of the mid-sized classrooms in Herscher Hall, 304 serves well as a meeting space, classroom, or green room for conference organizers or speakers. As with all Herscher Hall Classrooms, it comes complete with the latest in A/V equipment. It may be combined with Herscher Hall Classroom 303 to create one larger room for presentations or breakout sessions.

  Area (ft²):
  629

  Capacity:
  Theater seating: 56
  Classroom seating: 30
  Standing reception: 127
• Herscher Hall Classroom 305

  636

  N/A

  56

  127

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  Well suited as a conference breakout room, meeting space, or classroom. As with all Herscher Hall Classrooms, 305 comes complete with the latest in A/V equipment.

  Area (ft²):
  636

  Capacity:
  Theater seating: 56
  Classroom seating: 30
  Standing reception: 127

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Taper Courtyard and Additional Facilities

• Taper Courtyard

  9,300

  500

  1,000

  1,200

  Taper Courtyard

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  Nestled into the hillside and featuring a picture-perfect reflecting pool in which water lilies bloom year round, this stunning outdoor space has been an L.A. event destination for years. Whether attending a wedding or graduation, concert or conference, guests take in breathtaking views of the distinctive architecture and natural surroundings. Many of the Skirball's meeting spaces spill out onto the Taper Courtyard, making it a convenient and relaxing place for breakouts and networking.

  Area (ft²):
  9,300

  Capacity:
  Banquet seating: 500
  Theater seating: 1,000
  Standing reception: 1,200

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• Magnin Auditorium

  3,910

  N/A

  325

  N/A

  Magnin Auditorium

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  Newly remodeled! Complete with built-in, theater-style seating that can accommodate up to 325, this auditorium offers state-of-the-art A/V capabilities for a seminar, speaker series, live performance, or film screening. A green room is located nearby. 

  Area (ft²):
  3,910

  Capacity:
  Banquet seating: N/A
  Theater seating: 325
  Standing reception: N/A

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• Haas Conference Center

  3,550

  230/180

  250

  500

  Haas Conference Center

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  With windows overlooking the garden path on one side and glass doors leading to the Taper Courtyard on the other, the Haas Conference Center is an excellent choice for business or pleasure. Whether used in full or partitioned into three smaller rooms, the center is favored for a range of event types, from corporate meetings and community luncheons to weddings and bar/bat mitzvahs.

  Area (ft²):
  3,550

  Capacity:
  Banquet seating: 230 without dance floor, 180 with dance floor
  Theater seating: 250
  Standing reception: 500

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• Garden Terrace

  3,560

  200

  200

  300

  Garden Terrace

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  Looking out over the Taper Courtyard's reflecting pool, this terrace is perfectly suited for cocktail hour during weddings and other events in the Taper Courtyard. Its hillside backdrop lends itself nicely for the very best of wedding photos.

  Area (ft²):
  3,560

  Capacity:
  Banquet seating: 200
  Theater seating: 200
  Standing reception: 300

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• Founders Courtyard

  3,030

  120

  125

  200

  Founders Courtyard

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  The unique curved-wall architecture of this outdoor courtyard sets the scene for small ceremonies, lunches, and cocktail hour.

  Area (ft²):
  3,030

  Capacity:
  Banquet seating: 120
  Theater seating: 125
  Standing reception: 200

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• Ruby Commons

  1,940

  100

  N/A

  200

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  This gathering space near the Skirball’s main lobby also serves as a pre-function venue for evening events in the Magnin Auditorium or the Museum.

  Area (ft²):
  1,940

  Capacity:
  Banquet seating: 100
  Theater seating: N/A
  Standing reception: 200

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• Kalsman Terrace

  1,660

  80

  N/A

  130

  Kalsman Terrace

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  This alcove-like terrace has become a popular spot for a wedding couple's first look and accompanying photographs. The intimacy of the space and proximity to both the verdant arroyo garden and Taper Courtyard also make it a beautiful place for small lunches and cocktail receptions.

  Area (ft²):
  1,660

  Capacity:
  Banquet seating: 80
  Theater seating: N/A
  Standing reception: 130

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• Courtyard Classrooms

  460/room

  30/room

  35/room

  N/A

  Courtyard Classrooms

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  This wing of four classrooms can accommodate a variety of small group sizes. With glass doors and windows that look out onto the Taper Courtyard, each room provides a serene setting for classes or breakout sessions for conferences taking place in the Haas Conference Center or Magnin Auditorium. The latest in A/V equipment is available in each classroom.

  Area (ft²):
  Average 460 per room

  Capacity:
  Banquet seating: 30 per room
  Theater seating: 35 per room
  Standing reception: N/A

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