Museum of History Benicia


Select services venue

The venue will provide the space, plus a few extras.

Full wedding (ceremony and reception) pricing

Starting at $1,750

Packages

Prices start at $2,250

Guest capacity

Up to 150 seated guests



About this venue

Choosing the Museum of History Benicia for your next event will inspire your guests in a way no other venue can. Situated in the Historic Benicia Arsenal, the museum complex provides your guests with an unparalleled opportunity to appreciate something special. Host your event surrounded by original 1850s military buildings with a uniquely industrial style that lends itself to any event you choose. Let the historic architecture compliment your personal aesthetic and create your perfect venue at MoHB.


Our event spaces

Stone Hall and Spenger Garden

Enjoy the most of what the Museum of History Benicia has to offer with our indoor and outdoor space!

This venue option features a beautiful outdoor garden with white roses and a large pergola covered in mature vines. The garden is large enough to provide multiple seating options for guests. The Stone Hall is a large open and versatile space with large windows that display our beautiful garden. With a good sized catering kitchen and lots of space for dancing, the options with this venue are nearly endless!

Guest capacity

30-150 Seated

30-300 Standing

Room cost

$350 per hour, four-hour minimum

Stone Hall

The perfect settings for your wedding and reception.

Simply put, no other venue can compare. Hold your next event at our beautiful and historic location. Stone hall services 150 seated guests and up to 300 for activities that do not require formal seating. Perfect for dinners, receptions, meetings, community events, concerts and much more. Set your creativity free!

Guest capacity

Up to 150 Seated

Up to 300 Standing

Square footage

2,427

Ideal for

Wedding ceremony, Wedding reception, Cocktail hour

Guests often feel this space is

“Fantastic and flexible”

Room cost

$300 per hour, four-hour minimum

Stone Hall and Spenger Garden

Enjoy the most of what the Museum of History Benicia has to offer with our indoor and outdoor space!

This venue option features a beautiful outdoor garden with white roses and a large pergola covered in mature vines. The garden is large enough to provide multiple seating options for guests. The Stone Hall is a large open and versatile space with large windows that display our beautiful garden. With a good sized catering kitchen and lots of space for dancing, the options with this venue are nearly endless!

Guest capacity

30-150 Seated

30-300 Standing

Room cost

$350 per hour, four-hour minimum


Museum of History Benicia packages

Simply Elegant 2,250 to $2,450

20-150 guests

Peak pricing $2,650-3,050

Off-peak pricing $2,250-2,450

Description

Our venue offers endless versatility, providing the perfect blank canvas for your vision. Whether you're planning an intimate gathering or a grand celebration, Stone Hall is yours to transform. With no time restrictions and no sound ordinances, you have the freedom to create an event that’s truly your own—without limits.

What’s included
  • Venue Hall
  • Free on-site self-parking
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Catering Kitchen
  • 2-hours of free set up time
  • Add on: Chairs and tables
  • Add on: Display easels

Available services that can be provided by Museum of History Benicia

Services & amenities

  • Clean up
  • Event rentals
  • Pet friendly
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Wifi

Transportation & access

  • Self parking - free
  • Wheelchair accessible

Rentals

  • Standard Chairs

Reviews

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  • Beautiful and Spacious

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    Nova U.Mar 28

    The Museum of History Benicia was an incredible venue for our wedding. From the very first inquiry, the staff was timely, friendly, and accommodating in their communication. The venue itself was open, spacious, and had a wonderful historical ambiance that set the perfect tone for our special day. The friendly atmosphere and clean, well-maintained space allowed us and our guests to fully immerse ourselves in the celebration. We couldn't have asked for a more ideal location to exchange our vows. We highly recommend the Museum of History Benicia to any couple looking for a memorable and stress-free wedding experience.


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