Spokane Event Venue Rentals at the MAC
Create an unforgettable gathering at the Northwest Museum of Arts and Culture, one of Spokane’s most distinctive event venues. From open-air weddings and receptions to corporate celebrations, performances, and private events, the MAC offers flexible indoor and outdoor spaces framed by striking contemporary architecture, thoughtfully curated exhibitions, and sweeping views over Peaceful Valley and the Spokane River. Guests enjoy free onsite parking and an atmosphere unlike any traditional hotel or conference venue.
Explore Our Event Spaces
- Admissions Level
- Amphitheater
- Plaza & Front Lawn
- Eric A. Johnston Auditorium
- Helen South Alexander Gallery
- Gilkey Meeting Room
For more information about event rentals at the Museum or to make a reservation, please email EventRentals@northwestmuseum.org
Admissions Level
A dramatic glass-walled gathering space overlooking North Spokane and the amphitheater.
Ideal for...
- Receptions
- Indoor Ceremonies
- Corporate events
- Cocktail parties
Capacity:
92 Seated (round banquet tables)
148 Standing (serving tables only)
Just inside the Museum Building entrance, the Admissions Level offers expansive views of North Spokane, Mount Spokane, and the surrounding museum grounds through dramatic floor-to-ceiling windows. The open and flexible space creates an inviting setting for seated dinners, buffet receptions, cocktail gatherings, and private celebrations. Rental rates begin at $250 per hour.
Outdoor Amphitheater
A picturesque outdoor venue framed by gardens, flagstone paths, and the windowed West face of the Museum Building.
Ideal for...
- Weddings
- Performances
- Outdoor Gatherings
Capacity:
300 (Amphitheater seating)
160 (Seated at round banquet tables)
Surrounded by landscaped grounds, flagstone walkways, and the west-facing glass façade of the Museum Building, this open-air space is a favorite for summer weddings, performances, receptions, and seated dinners. It provides a versatile setting for gatherings under the open sky. Available May–October. Rental rates begin at $250 per hour.
Museum Plaza & Front Lawn
A spacious landscaped plaza in front of the museum, perfect for large-scale celebrations, receptions, and outdoor dinners set against the backdrop of historic Browne’s Addition.
Ideal for...
- Festivals
- Receptions
- Live music performances
- Outdoor markets
- Public speaking eventsReceptions
Capacity:
600 People Standing
200 People Seated (round banquet tables)
Located at the heart of the museum campus just outside the Museum Building entrance, this central plaza offers a highly visible and naturally connected setting for events of scale. Framed by the surrounding grounds and pathways, it is well suited for community festivals, receptions, and outdoor gatherings. Available May–October. Rental rates begin at $270 per hour.
Eric A Johnston Auditorium
A fully equipped, theater-style auditorium in the Cheney Cowles Center.
Ideal for...
- Lectures
- Film Screenings
- Performances
- Presentations
Capacity:
163
A comfortable, fully equipped auditorium in the Cheney Cowles Center featuring a stage, large projection screen, and theater-style seating for up to 163 guests. Designed for clarity and impact, it is well suited for lectures, film screenings, performances, and presentations of all kinds. The space includes accessible seating for multiple wheelchairs and is supported by a professional-grade audio and video system to ensure a seamless experience for both presenters and audiences. It is available for rental before, during, or after regular museum hours. Rental rates begin at $150 per hour.
Helen South Alexander Gallery
A vaulted atrium and intimate gallery setting featuring prominent local artists and historical exhibitions, perfect for groups of less than 50.
Ideal for...
- Cocktail Parties
- Receptions
- Social Hour in Conjunction with the Auditorium
Capacity:
50 Standing (serving tables only)
This inviting gallery space features vaulted ceilings at its entryway and a layout that creates a natural flow for conversation and gathering. It highlights works by Inland Northwest artists alongside rotating historical exhibitions, often drawn from the museum’s ArtSource collection. The setting offers a refined yet approachable atmosphere for evening events, with space for up to 50 guests.
Gilkey Community Room
A vaulted atrium and intimate gallery setting featuring prominent local artists and historical exhibitions, perfect for groups of less than 50.
Ideal for...
- Board/Committee meetings
- Staff meetings
- Strategic planning sessions
- Luncheons and working lunches
Capacity:
16 Board Table Seats
49 (classroom style)
A lovely wood-paneled boardroom with views of North Spokane and the museum grounds, this room accommodates a variety of seating arrangements for up to 49 people. Appropriate for meetings, luncheons, and other mid-size events. Equipped with a smart screen, PC laptop, and Wi-Fi at no additional cost. This space is available before, during or after normal business hours. Rental rates begin at $75 per hour.