The Gray Matter Museum of Art is a boutique museum showcasing local artists and designers, offering a perfect pairing of mid-century and historic architecture defined by coastal living. The modern indoor main gallery features white walls, polished floors, high wood beamed rafters with stained glass peak, and glass doors opening to a wraparound ocean view terrace. Outdoor spaces include a panoramic ocean view lawn, garden greens courtyard, and paved terraces, accommodating intimate gatherings as well as parties in the hundreds.
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$5,250
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The property
A boutique art museum with modern mid-century architecture featuring an indoor main gallery space and multiple outdoor areas including an ocean view lawn, front courtyard, and ocean terrace.
The setting
The venue offers panoramic ocean views from the outdoor lawn and wraparound terrace, with stunning sunset backdrops.
The grounds include garden greens courtyard and paved terraces set against the coastal landscape.
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Music curfew
Music until 10pm
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Backup plan in place
The main gallery space serves as an indoor option. Events past 10 PM must be moved into the main gallery space, which can accommodate up to 250 guests for ceremonies and 180 guests for seated receptions with a dance floor.
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