Aurobora Press
this review by Cynthia Barton of bayarea.citysearch.com
" Housed in the historic Underwriters Fire Patrol building, Aurobora is a fine arts press dedicated to American and European contemporary monoprinting and montype mediums. All work is produced in a print studio located in the back of the gallery, and artists are invited to spend time in residency to work with master printers. The press also hosts artists' evenings, educational seminars, and workshops. "
915 Columbus St. (at Lombard)
North Beach
phone: 415.921.2582

The Green Room
The Veterans Building, Second Floor
With a very high ivory and gold leaf ceiling, the chandeliers add elegance to this famous room. The spacious balcony has a view of the rotunda of City Hall.
(P.S. the price is right)
Contact Elizabeth Glaze at 415-621-6600.

Hang Gallery
http://www.hangart.com/
556 Sutter Street, between Powell and Mason
This contemporary gallery can accommodate up to 250 people for a party or reception and can comfortably seat 25-100 for dinner.
Please call 415-434-HANG (4264) to get all the details for renting the gallery.

Headlands Center for the Arts
944 Fort Barry (off Bunker Road), Sausalito, 94965
Read the HCA review at bayarea.citysearch.com
Spectacular seacliff scenery in quintessential Marin County surroundings make for beautiful and memorable events at the Headlands Center for the Arts. The very building is a work of inspired renovation from its former life as an early 20th century military installation. The mind-clearing vapors of eucalyptus and the evocative echoing of sea-lion barks let one know: One does not have to go far from The City to receive nature's inspiration. Indeed, the artists who find the Headlands Center a retreat and a creative laboratory thus respond.
Phone: (415) 331-2787

J.J. Brookings Gallery
669 Mission Street
http://www.yerbabuena.org/ggw96/gallery/jjbrook2.htm
Spacious and bright, this space can be customized for private parties. The moving walls allow for an intimate dinner setting and the cocktail party and can be separated from the dinner area to offer a functional space within a working art gallery. A few steps away from Moscone and the downtown hotels this is the premier locale for creative staging.
Robin Bernhard can offer the full details for J.J. Brookings at 415-546-1000.

Limn Gallery
292 Townsend Street
San Francisco's hottest new event venue. The Gallery is sophisticated and stylish. Guests enter through an enclosed courtyard where touches of European craftsmanship and design abound. The evening air can be warmed by a large soapstone fireplace that can also be used as a pizza oven and rotisserie. The gallery itself is sleek and contemporary, and showcased museum quality art and design exhibits. The space is equipped with an elaborate track lighting system and an indoor-outdoor sound system.
Contact Dan Friedlander at 415-977-1300.

Merchants Exchange Building
Commercial Club 465 California St. 15th Floor
This elegant room is large and has magnificent carpeting and drapery. It has an old San Francisco feel and is wonderful for a large but intimate event.
Telephone 415-421-6726.

Regency Ballroom
320 Van Ness Avenue at Sutter Street, San Francisco 94109
The Regency Ballroom has been born again after 30 years as a single-screen movie house. Restored to its vintage luster, with hardwood floors and a wraparound balcony, events of up to 1000 can be accomodated in the main ballroom. The Lodge is a more intimate area suitable for gatherings of up to 200 guests. Nearby garages will validate parking - this will prevent the frustration of trying to find a spot in the TenderNob.
Call (415) 885-6773 to inquire about renting the ballroom.

San Francisco Maritime Museum
900 Beach St. at the Foot of Polk
http://www.nps.gov/safr/local/museum.html
Located across from Ghiradelli Square, in the heart of Aquatic Park, the museum provides hundreds of maritime exhibits which enhance the space. The open air veranda has an unobstructed view of Alcatraz. Prices are very reasonable.
For more information, or to schedule a tour call
Rachel Short at 415-561-6662 - ext. l8

1409 Sutter Mansion
http://www.1409suttermansion.com/
This mansion is on the National Register of Historic Places. Theodore and Pauline Payne designed the mansion in 1881 to entertain wealthy guests from around the world. The San Francisco Medical Society acquired it and today hosts professional meetings at the house. It is available to the public for special events.
Telephone 415-561-0869.

Vorpal Gallery
http://www.sfstation.com/galleries/vorpal.htm
A world famous fine art gallery. Both intimate and spacious. Its Manhattan loft ambiance is rich looking with cherry hardwood floors and open beamed 15' ceilings. The gallery houses work from Rembrandt to Picasso to Escher, from Modern and Contempory masters to some of the most exciting emerging talent of this decade. Vorpal Gallery is located at 393 Grove Street.
Telephone 415-397-9200.

Presidio Event Spaces

The Golden Gate Club
Managed by The Golden Gate National Parks Association, it is recently renovated and is in immaculate condition. The Golden Gate Club has several meeting and event rooms. The Main Ballroom has a capacity for a 300 guest reception It has magnificent windows with a wonderful view of the Presidio. The East and West Ballrooms are also available for approximately 150 guests. Tables, chairs and other equipment are available from the facility. The Presidio Chapel is within walking distance to Golden Gate Club.
Contact the Event Office at 415-561-3922

The Officiers Club
Having only becoming available for events in April 2001, The Officers Club is part of the revitalization of the Presidio. Beautifully refinished hardwood floors complement this historic treasure which has been active since 1846. While having Museum Exhibits, this space managed by the Presido Trust is very well suited for events up to 525 guests. The site is located in the heart of the Presidio and is worth viewing. Ample parking is available.
Contact the Presidio Trust Special Events and Sales Office at 415-561-5444

The Log Cabin
The Log Cabin is truly a Log Cabin but is more of a building. It is located on a beautiful setting with views of San Francisco and has outdoor space also. A great locations for barbecues. The space can hold 180 guests for a seated reception and represents the old Presidio well. A unique space with a wonderful dance floor. Another Presidio treasure.
Contact the Presidio Trust Special Events and Sales Office at 415-561-5444

The Glass Palace
This Space is a warehouse type space which is ideal for receptions of over
500 to 1,800 guests. It overlooks Crissy Field and has many windows to enhance the view. The space is well suited for doing large productions and creating
unlimited event concepts.
Contact the Presidio Trust Special Events and Sales Office at 415-561-5444