Capacities | Skirball Cultural Center

Choose among the Skirball’s array of flexible indoor and outdoor spaces for your next function. Click on the facility name to view room details and images.

Ahmanson Hall

Cotsen Auditorium (Ahmanson Ballroom): 5,840 + 1,370; 420/360; 650; 1,200

Cotsen Auditorium (Ahmanson Ballroom)

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

A large auditorium filled with people watching a presentation on stage with a large screen. — Cotsen Auditorium (Ahmanson Ballroom)

A ballroom with purple lighting and full of people celebrating.

The ballroom set up for an evening event with dining tables, colored lights, and stage and dance floor. — Cotsen Auditorium (Ahmanson Ballroom)

The ballroom set up for an evening event with dining tables, colored lights, and large floral bouquets. — Cotsen Auditorium (Ahmanson Ballroom)

Photo of a wedding ceremony looking down the aisle towards the stage where guests, bride, and groom are standing with their backs to the camera. — Cotsen Auditorium (Ahmanson Ballroom)

An empty ballroom filled with white chairs and flower arrangements set for a wedding. — Cotsen Auditorium (Ahmanson Ballroom)

An empty ballroom set for a wedding looking down the aisle at the stage. — Cotsen Auditorium (Ahmanson Ballroom)

An elegant table set up in white ready for a wedding.

A gold table setting in a ballroom with elegant lighting and a dome-like ceiling.

The ceiling of the ballroom showing the architectural details and light projection for an event. — Cotsen Auditorium (Ahmanson Ballroom)

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Guerin Courtyard: 4,044; 160; 200; 320

Guerin Courtyard

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

Exterior view of courtyard — Guerin Courtyard. *Photo by Timothy Hursley.*

Exterior view of courtyard with chairs set up for a wedding event — Guerin Courtyard. *Photo by Albert Postel.*

An outdoor courtyard set up for a reception dinner with round tables and chairs. — Guerin Courtyard

Nighttime, outdoor reception of people standing under strings of lights in a courtyard — Guerin Courtyard

An outdoor reception filled with people standing and mingling together amidst with high top tables and outdoor heaters — Guerin Courtyard

View of an outdoor wedding ceremony showing guests seated in white chairs and the bride and groom standing under a chuppah — Guerin Courtyard

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Murphy Foyer: 1,276; 80; 130; 200

Murphy Foyer

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

Murphy Foyer showing skylights and floor space — Murphy Foyer

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Bergreen Boardroom: 696; 40; 60; 75

Bergreen Boardroom

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

Bergreen Boardroom shoing long desk and chairs in a U-shaped layout — Bergreen Boardroom. *Photo by Mercie Ghimire.*

Bergreen Boardroom showing long desks and chairs facing a video projection screen — Bergreen Boardroom. *Photo by Mercie Ghimire.*

Bergreen Boardroom showing chairs arranged in rows facing a video projection screen — Bergreen Boardroom. *Photo by Mercie Ghimire.*

Bergreen Boardroom interior facing wall — Bergreen Boardroom. *Photo by Mercie Ghimire.*

Bergreen Boardroom interior facing glass doors — Bergreen Boardroom. *Photo by Mercie Ghimire.*

Herscher Hall and Guerin Pavilion

Guerin Pavilion: 9,166; 670/570; 1,014; 1,833

Guerin Pavilion

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

Guerin Pavilion interior showing valuted ceiling and floor-to-ceiling windows — Guerin Pavilion. *Photo by Timothy Hursley.*

Guerin Pavilion with chairs arranged in rows theater-style — Guerin Pavilion. *Photo by Elon Schoenholz.*

Guerin Pavilion set up for a festive occasion with circular tables and large floral centerpieces — Guerin Pavilion. Photo by Ken Taylor Photography.

A view of the decorated hall for a formal reception — Guerin Pavilion

A room filled with people sitting at round tables and dancing to a band performing on stage — Guerin Pavilion

Guerin Pavilion set up for a dramatic evening festive occasion with round tables and colorful place-settings — Guerin Pavilion. *Photo by Curtis Dahl Photography.*

Guerin Pavilion set up for a festive occasion with round tables and colorful place-settings — Guerin Pavilion. Photo by Edo Tsoar.

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Ruby Foyer: 4,044; 260; N/A; 500

Ruby Foyer

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

A group of people gathering in a long hall dressed in business attire conversing.

A decorated hall with red lanterns and accents.

An event hall decorated with a sports stadium theme.

Ruby Foyer with a group of people standing at the far end — *Photo by Timothy Hursley.*

Ruby Foyer view looking down from above showing a long table with name cards arranged on it and people gathered around — *Photo by David Frey.*

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Weingart Foundation Courtyard: 3,540; N/A; N/A; 300

Weingart Foundation Courtyard

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

Weingart Foundation Courtyard evening view — Weingart Foundation Courtyard. *Photo by Timothy Hursley.*

Weingart Foundation Courtyard. *Photo by David Frey.*

Herscher Hall Classroom 302: 426; N/A; 48; 85

Herscher Hall Classroom 302

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

Herscher Hall Classroom 302. *Photo by BeBe Jacobs.*

Herscher Hall Classrooms 303 and 304: 1,114; N/A; 126; 222

Herscher Hall Classrooms 303 and 304

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

Herscher Hall Classrooms 303 and 304. *Photo by BeBe Jacobs.*

Herscher Hall Classroom 303: 485; N/A; 54; 97

Herscher Hall Classroom 303

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

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

Herscher Hall Classroom 305

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

Herscher Hall Classroom 305. *Photo by BeBe Jacobs.*

Taper Courtyard and Additional Facilities

Taper Courtyard: 9,300; 500; 1,000; 1,200

Taper Courtyard

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

An outdoor courtyard with a lily pond decorated with lights, tables, and a dance floor.

A large group dancing in an outdoor courtyard with a lily pond decorated with lights, tables, and a dance floor.

A couple dancing in an outdoor courtyard with a lily pond decorated with lights, tables, and a dance floor.

People at an outdoor courtyard with a lily pond decorated with rows of lights, tables, and a dance floor.

A bride and groom walk down to a waiting ceremony separated by a small pond. Guests are standing out of focus

And outdoor courtyard decorated for a night event with rows of lights, tables, and a dance floor.

A couple dancing in an outdoor courtyard with a lily pond decorated with lights, tables, lounge areas and a dance floor that has the name Natalie projected on it. .

An outdoor courtyard with a lily pond decorated with lights, tables, and a large projected screen.

Dressed up people at an outdoor courtyard decorated for a night event with rows of lights, tables, and a dance floor. — *Photo by Jenn Spain Photography*

People dancing in an outdoor courtyard with a lily pond decorated with lights, tables, and a dance floor.

Taper Courtyard view from above with dramatic night-time lighting — *Photo by Sweet Monday Photography.*

The courtyard set up for a wedding ceremony. White chairs are set in front of a simple, black chuppah

Taper Courtyard showing large pond — *Photo by Timothy Hursley.*

Taper Courtyard from across the pond, early evening — *Photo by Timothy Hursley.*

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Magnin Auditorium: 3,910; N/A; 325; N/A

Magnin Auditorium

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

Magnin Auditorium. *Photo by Elon Schoenholz.*

The auditorium set up for a presentation — Magnin Auditorium

Haas Conference Center: 3,550; 230/180; 250; 500

Haas Conference Center

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

Haas Conference Center showing chair arranged in rows facing a projection screen — Haas Conference Center. *Photo by BeBe Jacobs.*

View of a large room filled with tables and large floral displays for a formal reception — Haas Conference Center

Haas Conference Center with tables and chairs and festive decorations — Haas Conference Center

Haas Conference Center with rows of tables and chairs — Haas Conference Center. *Photo by BeBe Jacobs.*

View of Haas reception room with middle divider pulled aside to show the full space filled with tables and chairs — Haas Conference Center

Haas Conference Center with a number of round tables surrounded by chairs — Haas Conference Center. *Photo by BeBe Jacobs.*

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Garden Terrace: 3,560; 200; 200; 300

Garden Terrace

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

Garden Terrace colonnade — Garden Terrace. *Photo by Timothy Hursley.*

Outdoor reception set up with round tables and bar in a lush, green space — Garden Terrace

Founders Courtyard: 3,030; 120; 125; 200

Founders Courtyard

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

Founders Courtyard with rows of chairs and a chuppah — Founders Courtyard. *Photo by Josh Goodman Photography.*

Ruby Commons: 1,940; 100; N/A; 200

Ruby Commons

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

Ruby Commons with people milling around looking at artwork on the walls

Kalsman Terrace: 1,660; 80; N/A; 130

Kalsman Terrace

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

Kalsman Terrace with a man and woman standing together talking — Kalsman Terrace. *Photo by Timothy Hursley.*

Kalsman Terrace with a few tables covered in white tablecloths — Kalsman Terrace. *Photo by BeBe Jacobs.*

Kalsman Terrace with a few tables covered with white tablecloths — Kalsman Terrace. *Photo by BeBe Jacobs.*

Courtyard Classrooms: 460/room; 30/room; 35/room; N/A

Courtyard Classrooms

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

Courtyard Classrooms with conference tables and chairs — Courtyard Classrooms. *Photo by BeBe Jacobs.*

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For information, please contact:

General Inquiries
(310) 440-4574
private-events@skirball.org

Conferences and Meetings
(310) 440-4531
private-events@skirball.org

Social Celebrations
(310) 440-4567
private-events@skirball.org