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MIT Museum

MIT Museum

265 Massachusetts Avenue N52-200 Cambridge, MA
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web.mit.edu
Max Capacity: 250 people
The MIT Museum galleries provide function space unlike any other in the Boston area. During your event, your guests have access to the entire Museum, which features changing and ongoing exhibitions, hands-on activities, and public programs. Galleries are located on a single floor and are laid out in a circle, making it easy for your guests to mingle while experiencing as much of the Museum as they choose. Satisfied clients have hosted many special celebrations at the MIT Museum, including exceptional dinners, memorable holiday parties, lively receptions, successful fundraisers...and more! The MIT Museum has chosen a group of superior caterers to service our clients' events. Chosen on the basis of their excellent cuisine, enticing presentations, and attention to detail, our Approved Caterers offer custom menus, waitstaff, bartenders, personalized décor...and more! Our functions manager is happy to provide additional information including a no-cost tour to introduce the Museum and discuss how we can meet your events needs resourcefully and creatively.
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Amenities
  • Air Conditioned
  • Handicapped Accessible
  • Non-Smoking
  • Outside Catering Allowed
Features
  • Facility Location Setting: Located on the north shore of the Charles River Basin in Cambridge, Massachusetts, approximately five short blocks from the MIT campus. Accessible via public transportation and is within three miles of two major interstate highways.
  • Max Number of People for an Event: 600
  • Nearest Airport: 6-10 miles
  • Nearest Overnight Accommodations: 1-5 miles
  • Nearest Public Transportation: Less than 1 mile
  • Number of Event/Function Spaces: 3
  • Parking: Parking Garage Off-site
  • Special Features: Guest can enjoy special exhibits and galleries. Music is permitted in the Museum's galleries, but dancing is not. Choose from a list of approved caterers.
Boston, MA  
Capacity: 80
$45-$150 per person
PABU serves a modern take on traditional Izakaya style dining. PABU combines rustic, old world Japanese charm with modern, urban sophistication to create a dynamic social dining experience. Whether you’re celebrating a special occasion, hosting a private dinner or planning a corporate event, PABU welcomes your party, large or small, ready to help you host an event to remember.
www.michaelmina.net
Framingham, MA  
Capacity: 150
$35-$65 per person
$55-$225 per event
Ideal for Showers, Meetings, Family Gatherings, Banquet Events and Special Occasions, Ken’s provides flexibility and assistance with the planning of your special day. Whether it’s for a small private event of 10 guests or a large gala event in our spacious Hickory Room, we truly have a room for every type of affair.
www.kenssteakhouse.com
Natick, MA  
Capacity: 400
$10-$34 per person
The Right Space for Your Event near Boston Make your social event a success at Hampton Inn Executive Conference Center Boston-Natick. Our newly-renovated event space lends elegance and style to your special occasion with its plush carpeting, crown moulding, beam ceilings, recessed lighting, wall sconces, luxury table linens and marble counter tops for buffet-style banquets. With space for 30 to 140 guests, our banquet rooms are perfect for both intimate occasions and grand affairs. In addition to our lovely space, Hampton Inn Boston-Natick offers professional, friendly event planners to help you make your vision a reality. Let us take help you in every stage of the process, from initial planning until the last guest departs. In addition, our professional caterers will make exquisite fare for the perfect party, and our audiovisual equipment lets you and your guests make speeches or show a photo montage to make your event even more memorable. We’re the premier venue for special events in Natick, and are ideally equipped to accommodate a variety of celebrations and parties, including: - Weddings and receptions - Engagement parties -Anniversary parties - Bar and bat mitzvahs - Retirement parties - Family and class reunions - Bridal and baby showers
www.metrowestmeetings.com
Boston, MA  
Capacity: 300
Make your planning easy and your event memorable! The Barking Crab at 88 Sleeper Street in Boston is a unique space to host private events and parties, with seating for 150 guests on the deck, 55 guests inside the Lobster Room our private dining room. We can accommodate large reservations – please contact us for more information.
barkingcrab.com
Plymouth, MA  
Capacity: 1683
$10-$80 per person
Hold your corporate or social event at Hotel 1620 Plymouth Harbor and discover the area's largest and most versatile hotel and event center. With an unbeatable location, a 24-hour business center and over 15,000 square feet of flexible meeting and event space, we're an ideal destination for business travel. Enjoy free wireless Internet, state-of-the-art audiovisual equipment, premium catering and an experienced banquet manager to guide your event. With an elegant grand ballroom, flexible meeting rooms and convenient, spacious pre-function/reception area, Hotel 1620 offers stylish, contemporary Plymouth event facilities, along with courteous, professional service to help make your corporate affair seamless and successful. Start your forever at Hotel 1620 Plymouth Harbor and enjoy a magical experience in a lovely setting. The area's largest lodging and event center, our Plymouth hotel is an ideal venue for your special day. Enjoy elegant indoor and outdoor facilities, beautifully decorated by our experienced team of expert planners. Our seasoned caterers will help you craft a unique menu, tailored to your specific tastes. We also provide a beautiful restaurant and bar, along with a wide range of services and amenities to help create a memorable experience for you and your guests.
www.hotel1620.com
Natick, MA  
Capacity: 75
SKYBOKX 109 Sports Bar & Grill, a mecca for New England sports enthusiasts, and aficionados of good food and drink! Located in the heart of MetroWest Boston, SKYBOKX 109 boasts the most sophisticated, expansive, and largest high definition sports entertainment system in the region. The 22 screens, up to 90” in size bring you so close to the action, that you’ll smell the turf! The entire design of SKYBOKX 109 cheers on the warm familiarity of your favorite neighborhood pub, while celebrating our heroes from college and the pros. And make no mistake, our heroes are all Boston-made! Old school guts and glory meets new world panache! Diners will experience classic New England favorites with an edge as sharp as Bobby Orr’s blades. Great food and drink rule the “BOKX”. The restaurant houses dozens of regional beers, premium cocktails and a menu that answers the call for a night out with family and friends or with the posse at game time. Our private event sales manager assist with events for the restaurant buy-out events as well as smaller events in our private event spaces.
skybokx109.com
Cambridge, MA  
Capacity: 250
Experience a new way to celebrate at the AC Hotel by Marriott Boston Cambridge. A hotel with 150 thoughtfully designed guest rooms and over 4,800 sq. ft. of dynamic meeting space. Located in North Cambridge’s Discovery Park, enjoy the convenience of the Alewife T station steps away from the hotel.
www.achotelbostoncambridge.com
Berlin, MA  
Capacity: 100
$200-$400 per event
The Berlin Country Club is the perfect venue for corporate meetings, business luncheons, anniversaries, baby & bridal showers, birthday parties, class reunions, as well as, golf outings and many more. We offer two intimately-sized rooms to meet the needs of your event. We are pleased to offer on-site catering. You may bring on your own caterer for an additional fee. All beverages must be purchased through the club.
www.berlincountryclub.com
Boston, MA  
Capacity: 550
Kings Bowl America sets itself apart as an unparalleled social scene for all occasions; be it a corporate event, holiday party, date night hotspot, team building event or just the best place in town to connect with friends, we are committed to making all occasions great and to treating you and your guests like Kings. Kings Boston is a 24,000 square foot facility featuring custom event packages from 3-to-550 guests, and proudly features: ° Chef-driven Restaurant & Lounge offering Award Winning Food ° Three full-service premium bars ° 16 Ten-pin bowling lanes (4 in the PRIVATE KING PIN ROOM) ° The Private Royal Room with 6 Gold Crown billiards tables, 4 Retro Oak Skee ball Tables and regulation Shuffleboard table ° Additional games including Bank Shuffleboard, 2 person and 4 person Air Hockey tables ° 40+ HDTVs and projector screens with Best-in-Industry Sound, Lighting and Music Environment Being the original Kings location, Back Bay Kings has hosted over 15,000 events since opening in 2003, this unique and memorable space, coupled with fantastic food & creative drinks has made Kings the place for events in Boston.
kingsbowlamerica.com
Natick, MA  
Capacity: 500
$16-$50 per person
The VERVE Crowne Plaza Boston-Natick is 17 miles west of downtown Boston and Logan Airport. The hotel offers over 17,000 square feet of flexible banquet and meeting space, consisting of nine meeting rooms, conveniently located on one level and recently renovated.
www.ihg.com
Allston, MA  
Capacity: 350
$2,200-$2,500 per event
Garage Boston is a luxury nightclub, with a chic metropolitan design. Built from a former garage and totally renovated, now established as a top-rated nightlife destination. Located only 10 minutes from Downtown Boston it attracts young upscale clientele, and fills the venue with high end cars, which makes us famous as the Garage, for first-class time with high spirits, the best music, and superior VIP service.
www.garageboston.club
Shrewsbury, MA  
Capacity: 300
$13-$38 per person
Indoor and outdoor functions with outdoor activities for group and corporate outings are available year-round. Rental facilities available April-November. Looking for an exciting new venue to have a summer birthday party? Ski Ward is the perfect place; we provide the excitement, activities, food and more all for one low price and our all-inclusive packages mean less work for you and more time to enjoy the party!
www.skiward.com
Boston, MA  
Capacity: 800
$30-$175 per person
Entertainment Cruises offers more than a venue on the water; we create unforgettable memories on Boston Harbor. Our fleet can accommodate any type of casual or formal event, from corporate and social outings to weddings and anniversaries, birthdays and much more. Show guests a new side of Boston with an event that’s sure to impress.
www.entertainmentcruises.com
Bedford, MA  
Capacity: 100
$75 per person
$500-$5,500 per event
Whether you’re traveling to the greater Boston, Massachusetts, area for business or planning a family celebration, Bedford Plaza Hotel - Boston has three to five flexible meeting facilities that are suitable for a variety of uses, from corporate conferences to wedding receptions. Our Lexington and Concord Rooms are located on the third floor of the hotel, and the Pool function and the Bedford Room is on the first level. You’ll find adaptable floor plans that can accommodate up to 130 guests. We can accommodate a larger venue up to 250 guests around the swimming pool during the day and afternoon times. We can also provide event catering. Rest assured that our knowledgeable staff is more than happy to assist with your event planning needs.
www.bedfordplazahotel.com
Boston, MA  
Capacity: 1500
The Courthouse has approximately 150,000 square feet of space devoted to public uses and can accommodate up to 1,200 guests for corporate and non-profit events. Features panoramic views of downtown Boston and its harbor.
www.moakleycourthouse.com
Boston, MA  
Capacity: 1500
In the heart of Boston's Back Bay, the Events Center can seat up to 1,100 people in John Hancock Hall, and features breakout rooms as well as dressing rooms and a box office ticketing system.
www.backbayeventscenter.com
Plymouth, MA  
Capacity: 120
$590 per event
The Cold Spring Chapel is non-denominational and conveniently located in downtown Plymouth, offering the perfect setting, unlike no other on the South Shore. Consider the Cold Spring Chapel for your Christening, Funeral Service, Commitment Ceremony, Vow Renewal or Wedding Ceremony. A very fitting venue to gather family and friends.
www.coldspringchapel.com
Worcester, MA  
Capacity: 60
$12.99-$19.99 per person
Livia's Dish is located on Route 9, right before Goddard Memorial Drive, less than a mile from Worcester Airport. Chef Owner Enton Mehillaj presents a modern take on regionally inspired Italian-Mediterranean cuisine. Featuring a unique wine list of hidden Italian gems, great service, and a warm-modern aesthetic, Livia's Dish offers a true feast for the senses. Whether it’s a corporate breakfast meeting, luncheon or social dinner, large or small, Livia's Dish works with you every step of the way to ensure your visions and ideas are incorporated into every detail of your event. Livia's Dish, offers a full bar, along with a menu complimented by the best available seasonal ingredients. Our chefs will customize the menu to accommodate your specific tastes and needs. We are able to provide buffet or a la carte service for all events which will showcase our culinary flair. Livia's Dish is available for full buyouts also. We can host breakfast, luncheon or dinner from 10-60 people, and cocktail receptions up to 80. No matter the size of your event, Livia’s Dish commitment to excellence will leave your guests with a lasting memorable experience.
www.liviasdish.com
Wakefield, MA  
Capacity: 200
The Lakeside Inn is located on beautiful Lake Quannapowitt. The two event rooms both have a great view of the lake. We are located 1 minute off of Rt. 95 and are only 10 minutes north of Boston. Our Butteryfly Room, the largest of our two event rooms, offers 1,333 square feet of space and will seat up to 125 people theatre style. The Ladybug room, with a majestic panoramic view of Lake Quannapowitt, offers 941 square feet of space and will seat up to 75 people theatre style. Each of our event rooms can be custom designed for any occasion. Let our professional function staff help orchestrate your next event so everything happens your way and meets your expectations. The Lakeside Tavern, our restaurant and social lounge, offers delicious breakfast and dinner menu items, specialty drinks, a good variety of import, domestic, and craft beers, and nightly entertainment.
www.lakesideinnwakefield.com