Long Beach Museum Of Art

ally great individuals to work with, and made the entire wedding planning process feel very low stress, even during COVID times. They are so incredibly hospitable and friendly, and it was a joy to work with them over these past 2 years. They worked with us to host an event in as safe a manner as possible. The venue is incredibly organized and everyone works quite efficiently. On the day of the wedding, everything was exactly where it needed to be when it needed to be there – champagne was ready to go when we arrived in the bridal suite, while beers were on ice and waiting in the groom’s suite. They worked seamlessly with our wedding planner, Aisha Harris, such that everyone was always on the same page and timeline management was top notch. At some point between the ceremony and dinner, during our cocktail hour, the entire lawn area was flipped from being a ceremony space to being a dinner space. However, this occurred so smoothly and seamlessly that we did not even notice and were distracted by guests, appetizers, and beverages. We were so thankful that the site could accommodate our Pomeranian, Yukihiro, and allowed him to stay in the bridal suite after the ceremony. He was a focal point of our wedding and also the ring bearer, and they made it quite convenient for him to take a nap upstairs before we had our family drive him home. The site itself is stunning, and the lighting and view were absolutely perfect and memorable. In the late evening, with the light breeze, palm trees, crashing waves, and sunset backdrop, there are few locations in LA that can offer such an impactful and romantic atmosphere. We held our ceremony at 5:30pm in August, which ended up being the perfect time of day, as the museum casts a nice shadow over the lawn and keeps guests cool in the summertime shade. After sunset, the existing overhead lighting of the outdoor space worked wonderfully with the DJ lighting. The chef on site at Claire’s is a culinary genius and the food was PHENOMENAL – one of the best meals that we’ve ever had in Long Beach (and probably one that our guests will remember for the rest of their lives). It is a rare thing to dine like royalty at a wedding. Every single appetizer or side dish was polished and perfected to the same degree as the entrees (Chilean Sea Bass and Braised Short Rib). The cocktails, wine, and beer selection were impressive and garnered high praise from our guests – everyone found something that they enjoyed. The best choice we ever made was marrying each other, but the second-best choice we ever made was choosing this venue. I wholeheartedly recommend LBMA as the perfect venue for any event, and have nothing but praise for those that worked so hard to make our wedding day perfect.

the whole process so much fun and enjoyable. The day of, they made sure everything ran so smoothly. They are the best team ever!

t summer wedding. Andrii and his team were very professional and took care of all our needs. Rentals and catering were included which removed a lot of guess work. We are so happy tp have chosen LBMA as our ceremony and reception venue. Highly recommend!

laces for us to take wedding photos. But more importantly, the events team at LBMA made the entire planning process smooth, painless, and efficient. We were planning our wedding by ourselves from out of state, but they were happy to accommodate us with Zoom meetings and always responded to our e-mails within at least 3-5 days. On the day of, the staff got every detail just as we planned, and made it so we didn't have to worry about anything - they ran through our whole itinerary like a well-oiled machine. We would especially like to thank Andrii, who calmly guided us through the whole event, directing us when to walk down the aisle, handing us our toast speeches when we needed them, ushering us to photos, and even reminding us to eat! We could not have asked for a better wedding and would recommend this venue to anyone in a heartbeat.

guests, and the food from Claire's was phenomenal, everyone loved it! It was also a budget friendly venue compared to a majority of the venues in the area that we looked at. From the beginning, we were honest about going with the cheapest options for everything, and they really helped us stay on fiscal track without trying to upsell us. The setting is gorgeous -- sunset wedding right next to the beach! We highly highly recommend this venue for your wedding <3

through the planning process. The food was amazing and we heard lots of compliments on the food! Our guests enjoyed going through the art gallery during cocktail hour and complimented the beautiful sunset. We are so happy with our choice to get married here and an added plus is we can visit our venue anytime to see the art exhibits or eat at their restaurant!

unforeseen circumstances and the COVID-19 pandemic we made the decision back in June to cancel. Throughout the entire process Giselle and Andrii made planning our special day the easiest, least stressful, and most fun experience we could have ever had. Through our challenging decision to cancel they were supportive, caring, and always had our best interest in mind.  We highly recommend Long Beach Museum of Art as a venue for the beautiful location, caring and amazing team, as well as the delicious food!

ellent suggestions, he provided outstanding customer service and made the whole experience so much FUN from beginning to end!! He made sure all of our needs were taken care of the day of the wedding. Adreanna & Dahnia were also wonderful to work with and so great at what they do! The food was absolutely delicious. Our guests said it was the best wedding they had ever been to! We can’t thank Andrii, Adreanna, Dahnia, the chef and everyone who was involved enough! It was a night we’ll never forget thanks to all of you. We give LBMA our highest recommendation!

commodating, particularly with our tastings and the many questions we threw their way in the months before our event. There was some confusion at the end about what was done with our leftover cake, so we would advise other couples to be clear about what your plan is for all of your leftover items at the end of your event. That said, they were friendly, helpful, and communicative while we tried to sort everything out. Overall, our guests (mostly from out of town) loved the venue and loved attending a wedding there. Thank you LBMA!

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the ocean views and photogenic premises made it a perfect venue for our all-outdoor event. Third, the food and signature cocktail selection are excellent! We would recommend LBMA in a heart beat!

ng cocktail hour. Andrea and her team were amazing and walked us through the entire process. We are Vegan/Vegetarian and the chef was not only able to accommodate, but the food was amazing! It truly was a night we will not forget!

had to worry or wonder about anything. Highly recommend!

municative, responsive, professional and so kind. We felt very confident in their ability to deliver what we planned. The venue is absolutely stunning! With an ocean view and charming craftsman building, it makes for a beautiful venue. Since the venue itself is so beautiful, very minimal decorations are needed (in my opinion). What I appreciated most about this venue is they are very honest and straightforward. There are no hidden fees nor false advertisement. They do not require you to purchase things you don't want to purchase. While you do have to use their restaurant for your catering, it's absolutely worth it. The price is right and the food is delicious! I did not feel pressure to upgrade to another package nor did I feel they were too pushy. Andrii listens to what you want and makes sure you feel comfortable. They are willing to work with you and make you feel like a person, not a credit card. You get the most bang for your buck at this venue and the price is very affordable. You will not find an oceanfront venue in Southern California for this price. I highly recommend having your wedding or event at LBMA. The price is right and you will not be disappointed!

ct with the AMAZING staff. I cannot rave about them enough. Our point of contact was Andrii and he was absolutely perfect. He not only listened to us, he understood us, and went above and beyond to ensure that our night was perfect. He worked with us tirelessly to create a wedding within our vision and budget, to answer any questions we might have, and even gave me his cell phone number so I could text him like a psycho on the days leading up to the wedding (thank you and sorry Andrii). I literally do not have a complaint or concern about my experience with LBMA. I just wish I could relive the day. If you’re a bride and you want an amazing venue and to feel like your vendor is on your side to make your dream happen, LBMA is for you. I 1000% recommend getting married here.

are of so seamlessly by the attentive and caring staff. From food and alcohol tastings, to mapping out our tables and selecting our chairs and utensils, to the month of meeting, the LBMA staff was there listening and prepared to deliver on our big day. They provided input and guidance and were more than gracious in making sure every request of ours was met. A very special shout out to Adreanna and Dahnia for going ABOVE AND BEYOND to deliver and exceed our expectations. They took care of us from start to finish and treated my family as if we were their own. When Adreanna left on maternity leave, Dahnia stepped in full time and was so quick to respond to every email and phone call we had with questions regarding even the smallest details. Our experience would not have been the same had these two incredible ladies not been a huge part of making our wedding flawless. I cannot wait to return to the venue for brunch at the delicious Claire's restaurant and share our wedding book with Dahnia and Adreanna. 10/10 would recommend this venue to anyone that is looking for a beautiful and charming venue with incredibly delicious food and drinks, a stunning view of Long Beach and a staff and coordinators that will do everything possible to put you at ease not only on your wedding day, but in all of the months leading up to it as well. I am eternally grateful for all of the fond memories I will have and those that were made possible by everyone involved at LBMA.

not to love about a waterfront view??). The food is also not only great for "wedding food", it's stellar food!! Their staff is so detailed, the customer service is unparalleled, and they're a fine tuned machine. Could not recommend them more highly!

us all our guests were blown away with everything including the food:) Don't look any where else you found it!!!

flinch at our ideas, and on the day-of, she was everywhere and nowhere all at the same time. Martin did a fantastic job in the kitchen, our guests were raving about his food all night long. The pre-wedding meetings were perfect, the wedding itself was perfect, the view is always stunning... Ten stars if I could. Thank you thank you thank you LBMA! You're the BEST!!

stions clearly and promptly and made us feel so comfortable. Every step of the way was so well planned and organized. The venue is gorgeous, the staff so professional and helpful,and the food was the most delicious wedding food we have ever tasted. We were so anxious at the rehearsal and start of the wedding, but Adreanna had a sixth sense and seemed to know what we needed and took care of it all instantly. I would highly recommend LBMA as a wedding venue. I can't thank everyone at the venue enough for making this such a smooth process and a phenomenal night. Anne

area. The Special Events team are rockstars, especially Sara, and they made us feel as though we were a part of the LBMA family before we even signed our contract! Sara was there for us for nearly a year (and patiently answered all of my random and very detailed questions) - and on the day of, she and her team made everything run smoothly. They were so accommodating with all of our requests and ideas - and seemed to have fun helping us plan both our ceremony and reception. The venue offers lots of perks and was able to accommodate all the ideas we had (setting up our personal decorations throughout the venue, using sparklers, pet-friendly, taking photos at different points throughout the day - in the museum, at the ceremony site, on the beach) and - most importantly - the team made sure that we were well-fed in the midst of all the activity! Speaking of the food, by Claire's at the museum, many of our guests said it was the best wedding food they have ever had. We loved everything we tried at our tasting (narrowing it down to a menu was the hard part!) and the staff made sure we had a little bit of everything throughout the day. The signature cocktails were delicious, and the beer/wine selection appeals to all tastes. Lastly, they have a rental company they work with for all your table/chair/linen/place setting needs and it was great to not have to worry about coordinating that on our own. Our day was exactly what we had hoped for and more - largely in part to the LBMA. Our photos are gorgeous, our guests had a great time, and we were able to "customize" the wedding to fit our personalities (which is not always possible at a more "standard" venue). I want to do it all over again! Thank you LBMA! Love, Meredith & Doug Anderson

, and the lush grass. It’s like you’re getting all the aesthetically pleasing things you could possibly wish for. You could spin the wedding into a Nautical wedding, a garden wedding, a black tie affair. It’s just that versatile. We walked in the first time and instantly fell in love with the venue! +You can also have your guest browse the museum if it’s available. How awesome is that? +You can put parts of your wedding indoor and parts of it outdoors. +You have a cute bridal room upstairs to get ready in and the boys get a separate building (champagne for the girls and beers for the boys are included). +Everything is very well maintained +Some string lights are included with the wedding which add to that nice glowing night ambiance -Your event has to start by 5:30 and end by 10. Our wedding felt very short. There’s no possibility for extending the wedding because it functions as a museum in the day time and there’s a night ordinance for sound. -You have to use their catering services and rentals on site. -You must use their preferred vendor for valet parking. It was an additional expense we weren’t planning on (~$1000 for 150 guests) but in the end it was nice not having to try and find parking on that busy street. Cost +Very reasonably priced. Especially if you book off season and/or on a Sunday. You can save thousands so it’s something to consider. We did a lot of venue shopping and for what you’re getting, it’s a great deal. A lot of ocean front venues were double the price. ++There were NO hidden fees. A lot of other venues I saw reviews where there was a ton of miscellaneous fees like a cake cutting fee per person but there was none of that. You pay everything up front two weeks before and that’s it. +They returned our full security deposit 3 days after the wedding. Food & Drinks +The food is delicious. There’s no doubt about it. I was bummed that we had to use their services but was pleasantly surprised. Everyone was complimenting the fish and the steak meals. ANDD the coconut shrimp. Don’t forget to get that as an appetizer. +You get a full on tasting to set the menu. You’re able to bring 2 guests so the 4 of you can dine sumptuously with 6 bottles of wine. That was a definite plus. +Drinks were good and bartenders were very quick at serving. They do NOT serve hard alcohol so you can’t order shots but it’s a wedding, it’s okay to keep it classy and do champagne, cocktails, beer and wine! *Staff (Especially Sara!) +Staff was all pleasant and professional +Sara is the most amazing person to work with. She’s the event coordinator and your day of coordinator. We didn’t have a wedding planner but we didn’t need it. Sara was the one behind the scenes making sure everything was running smoothly, making sure we ate first, making sure we had everything we needed, basically our everything that day. Not only that but she has the sweetest disposition and positive energy so you will LOVE working with her.