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BlackRock Center for the Arts

Description: BlackRock Center for the Arts exists to inspire the community to explore, experience, engage and excite through the arts. In its active pursuit to make the arts central to the lives of local residents, BRCA is committed to providing quality programs that develop lifelong participants in the arts. BlackRock Center for the Arts builds community through and for the arts. When our theaters, gallery, art rooms, lobby and conference room are not in use for our programs they are available for rent to the public. The Studio Theatre is popular as a large meeting and banquet room for birthday parties, bat and bar mitzvahs, and wedding receptions.

Location: 12901 Town Commons Drive, Germantown, MD 20874
Pricing: Please refer to BlackRock Center’s website and their contact
Website: www.blackrockcenter.org/about/rentals/
Contact: Debbie Lessans at 240.912.1052
M,W,F 8:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.


Brookside Gardens

Description: Changing floral displays in 11 specialty gardens and the Conservatories promise color and scent year round. Wedding ceremonies, receptions, other social events, and corporate retreats can be scheduled year-round at Brookside Gardens. Select from our colorful conservatory, beautifully landscaped gardens, wedding gazebo or dramatic reception hall for your special occasion.

Location: 1800 Glenallan Ave., Wheaton, MD 20902
e-mail: Event.Manager@MontgomeryParks.org
Website: www.mc-mncppc.org/Parks/wehavethewhere/brookside/index.shtm
Contact: 301-962-1404


FedEx Field – The Home of the
Washington Redskins

Description: There is more than just football to FedExField; it is also a year-round venue for a variety of private and corporate events! Our most popular event locations include the two exclusive Owner’s Clubs, which overlook the plush playing field of the Washington Redskins. FedExField features exquisite oak decorations, flat screen TV monitors, pool tables, leather furniture, marble floors and granite top tables. Imagine inviting your customers, employees, friends or family to FedExField and surprising them with an event on the playing field, a tour of the Redskins locker room, an alumni player appearance or even a cheerleaders performance! Either way FedExField has the draw you need to ensure a successful event!

Capacity: Ranges from 150 to 10,000
Location: 1600 FedEx Way, Landover, MD 20785
Website: www.redskins.com
Contact: Kristen Gardner @ 301-276-6738 or GardnerK@Redskins.NFL.com

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Greenbelt Park

Description: This is the perfect retreat area to escape the pressures of everyday life and to enjoy the beauty that the metropolitan area has to offer. Only moments from Washington, D.C. the park has a 174 site campgrounds, which is open any time of the year.

Location: Greenbelt, MD
Prices: Please contact Greenbelt Park for information regarding pricing.
Limitations: Please contact Greenbelt Park for information regarding limitations.
Contact: 301-344-3948
Website: www.nps.gov/gree/index.htm


The Kentlands Mansion

Description: This 1942 built mansion is exceptionally landscaped, surrounded with trees, ponds and lakes. It is beautifully built with 22-foot ceilings with dark wood paneling, hardwood floors, a crystal chandelier and a music room that has an exceptional feel with its hand painted ceiling. There are four rooms that can be rented on the first floor, which can lodge up to 125 guests. In addition, there are two rooms located on the second floor for smaller functions, such as business meetings. Kentlands Mansion can even provide a VCR, overhead projector and flip-chart easel. If you're looking for an outdoor setting Kentlands also can take care of that for you!

Rates Resident Non-Resident
Fri. and Sun., 7 hrs $1,000 $1,500
Mon.– Thurs.,
4:30 – 10 p.m., per/hr
$100 $125
Mon.– Thurs.,
8:30 a.m.– 4:30 p.m., per/hr
$75 $100
Sat., 10 hrs $1,100 $2,000

• Bridal suite available
• Capacity: 150 Cocktail or 110 Seated
• Ceremony Capability
• Outdoor Capability

Location: 320 Kent Square Rd., Gaithersburg, MD 20878
Pricing: Depends on the Party function, please contact Meridian House
Website: www.gaithersburgmd.gov/poi/default.asp?POI_ID=8&TOC=1;8;
Contact: 301-258-6425
e-mail: achoate@gaithersburgmd.gov

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The Lodge at Little Seneca Creek

Description: The Lodge At Little Seneca Creek is a rustic meeting place designed as a replica of a classic log cabin. This log cabin near Germantown features oak floors, stone fireplace and spacious deck overlooking acres of parkland. A breathtaking view from the exterior deck encompasses a pastoral vista where an outdoor event may be held.

Capacity: The Lodge At Little Seneca Creek can accommodate up to 175 guests for meetings or social gatherings and provides ample free parking.

Rental Fees
Business Meetings/Conferences
(Events are for eight consecutive hours)
Mondays through Thursdays $500/event
Additional Hours $100/hour
Refundable Security Deposit $500/event
Day Use – Social Package
(Events are for seven consecutive hours)
Mondays through Thursdays $1,300/event
Fridays, Sundays or Holidays $1,500/event
Saturdays $1,800/event
Additional Hours $300/hour
Refundable Security Deposit $500/event

Location: 14500-A Clopper Road, Boyds, MD 20841
Contact: 301-299-5026
Website: www.wehavethewhere.com/seneca/

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McCrillis Gardens and Gallery

Description: Located in Bethesda, McCrillis Gardens is a picturesque five-acre shade garden surrounding a stone house which hosts changing exhibits of local artists. The large pavilion is ideal for ceremonies, while behind the house, a shady lawn bordered by flower beds is the perfect tent site.

To request a planning guide, which includes descriptions of each site and rental fees, please call the Event Coordinator at (301) 962-1404.

Parking: Limited on-street parking available. After 4:00 pm weekdays or on weekends, parking is available at the Woods Academy across the street. No parking is available on the grounds.

Location: 6910 Greentree Rd., Bethesda, MD 20817
Website: www.wehavethewhere.com/mccrillis/

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Newton White Mansion

Description: This chic mansion is perfect for weddings, receptions, parties, reunions, for any function that you can think of. There are several areas available for public use, including: a small and large porch, dining room, Green room, ballroom, kitchen, administrative offices, and two spacious dressing rooms. If this sounds great imagine the glass atrium that is added on as an addition to the mansion. The atrium is used to seat major parties including up to 316 people in a theater-style setting. Inside this magnificent haven it can accommodate up to 360 people.

Location: 2708 Enterprise Rd., Mitchellville, MD 20721
Pricing: Please contact the facility
Limitations: No specific restrictions but please consult the facility
e-mail: nwmansion@pgparks.com
Website: www.pgparks.com/places/eleganthistoric/newton_intro.html
Contact: 301-249-2004


Oakland

Description: Built in 1811, Oakland is a blend of Federal, Greek, and Colonial Revival periods. It includes a spacious foyer, twin staircases, a ballroom with crystal chandeliers and sconces with access to a private veranda and secluded back lawn. A perfect setting for a reception, dinner, or cocktail party.

Location: 5430 Vantage Point Rd., Columbia, MD 21044
e-mail: webinfo@historic-oakland.com
Website: www.historic-oakland.com/
Contact: 410-730-4801 • Fax: 410-730-1823
1-800-730-4802

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River Road Unitarian Universalist Congregation

Description: In a beautiful natural wooded setting you’ll find RRUUC available for weddings, receptions, bar/bat mitzvahs, memorial services, and other religious, spiritual, and community building ceremonies and events. Their latest building addition includes a hall, with seating for 190, that is perfect for receptions or more intimate ceremonies. A restaurant quality kitchen and additional meeting rooms are also a part of this beautiful new space. There is also a lovely garden and patio area for outdoor events – and with the entire property nestled into a scenic woodland setting a sense of serenity is added to any occasion.

Location: 6301 River Road, Bethesda, MD 20817-5888
e-mail: office@rruuc.org
Website: www.rruuc.com/about-us/building-rental.html
Contact: Mr. Andrew Taylor or Mrs. Otakara Safertal
(301) 229-0400


Rockwood Manor Park

Description: Choose this elegant country home and lodge nestled in Potomac for your special event. Rockwood also has overnight accommodations for group events, retreats, and wedding/social functions. Within the spacious Manor House, seating is available for 80-100 guests. If you prefer an outdoor event, the breathtaking gardens and patios that surround Rockwood provide the perfect setting.

Conferences & Meetings
(Per day – 8 consecutive hours)

Brooke Hall $475
Brooke Hall/Great Falls $625
Caughey/Salomon $300
Great Falls $300
Hoover/Caughey/Salomon $625
Hoover/Rapidan $425
Knox $250
French House $300
Extra hours $100/hour

Social Package #1
(7 consecutive hours. Includes entire Veranda level, kitchen, gazebo and patio. Brooke Hall may also be used—for ceremony only—at no additional charge.)

Mondays through Thursdays $1,700
Fridays, Sundays or Holidays $2,100
Saturdays $2,500
Extra hours $400/hour
Refundable Security Deposit $500
Social Package #2
(7 consecutive hours. Includes entire Manor House and grounds.)
Mondays through Thursdays $2,000
Fridays, Sundays or Holidays $2,500
Saturdays $3,000
Extra hours $400/hour
Refundable Security Deposit $500
Social Package #3
(7 consecutive hours. Includes entire Patio level. From April through October, Saturday reservations are 9:00am–4:00pm or 6:00pm–1:00am only.)
Sunday or Saturday $1,800
Extra Hours – Per Hour $400/hour
Refundable Security Deposit $500
Lodging Packages
Pricing is available for Guest Rooms, Retreat Packages, Cabins and the French House on the website listed below. Click on "Policies & Guidelines" and then "Fee Schedule" under Rental Hours.

Location: 11001 MacArthur Blvd., Potomac, MD 20854
Website: www.wehavethewhere.com/rockwood/

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Stronghold Mansion

Description: The historic and refurbished Strong Mansion with formal gardens provides a picturesque setting for weddings and social events. The mansion is available year round and can be the perfect backdrop for any occasion.

Location: 7901 Comus Road, Dickerson, MD 20842
Pricing: Please refer to Stronghold Mansion’s website and their contact
Website: www.sugarloafmd.com/strong_mansion.html
Contact: Chris (301) 869-7846 M,W,F 8:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.


Women’s Club of Chevy Chase

Description: The high-ceilinged, oak-floored hall offers a stage, pine-paneled columns, and a musician's balcony. Enjoy a nearby garden as well as a paneled library with fireplaces.

Rental does not require membership or sponsorship

Capacity: 400 standing, 200 seated with dancing, 250 seated without dancing

Location: 7931 Connecticut Ave., Chevy Chase, MD 20815
Fee: $1,900 for receptions Friday through Sunday.
Contact: 301-652-8480

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Woodlawn Manor

Description: This Georgian-style historic manor in Sandy Spring is perfect for an intimate gathering or large tented affairs on the lawn. Woodlawn Manor has five uniquely designed rooms that are perfect for small meetings or intimate social affairs. Or plan an outdoor event, either in the gazebo garden or under a tent on the beautifully landscaped lawn.

Rental Fees
Day Use
Business Meetings/Conferences $100/hour
Social Functions
(Events are for seven consecutive hours)
Mondays through Thursdays $900/event
Fridays, Sundays or Holidays $1,100/event
Saturdays $1,400/event
Extra Hours, Per Hour $250/hour
Refundable Security Deposit $500/event

Location: 16501 Norwood Rd, Sandy Spring, MD 20860
Contact: 301-299-5026
Website: www.wehavethewhere.com/woodlawn/

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