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Starting at $9,166 for 50 Guests
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Starting at $9k for 50 Guests
Starting at $9k for 50 Guests
Venue capacity
up to 500
Starting price
$9K to start
Peak Season
April-October
Services
Ceremony / Reception
Outdoor
Santa Barbara Historical Museum Overview
Founded in 1932, the Santa Barbara Historical Museum is located in the historic El Pueblo Viejo district. Evoke the romance of early Spanish California by celebrating your wedding or special occasion on the grounds of this cultural landmark. Enjoy the ambience of two private, interconnected courtyards distinguished by native and exotic landscaping and accented with splashing fountains. This venue is ideal for outdoor celebrations. The Museum Courtyard is an idyllic setting for your romantic Santa Barbara wedding. Exchange vows under a dreamy wooden pergola, which you can accent with drapes and flowers. Host your reception alfresco for a true night of dancing under the stars. Use string lights, banners, and lounge patio furniture to complement the space. Or opt for an event tent that you can dress up with dazzling chandeliers. For intimate, indoor settings, host your ceremony or cocktail reception in one of the sophisticated galleries. The rental coordinator will work with you to make sure your Santa Barbara wedding is all you want and more.Venue Notes
The rental fee ranges from $3,500 to $8,000 for a ceremony and reception and includes 6 hours of event time excluding set up and clean up time. Additional hours can be arranged prior to 4:00PM for a fee of $500/hr. A refundable security deposit ranging from $1,000 to $2,000 is required. Please inquire with the venue's wedding coordinator for other rental rates available for smaller group weddings.Amenities And Requirements
Amenities
Bride's dressing area
Ceremony arch
Large parking lot
No kitchen
Requirements
- Alcohol must be served by licensed bartender/caterer- Amplified music OK indoors and outdoors- BYO alcohol- Choose from a list for catering- General liability insurance required- Music must end by 10:00PM- No smoking- Wedding coordinator required