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Rent Alumni House


If you’re involved with planning, sponsoring, or hosting an event, the California Alumni House may have just the right space for you! Located on the bustling UC Berkeley campus, it’s an unexpected oasis of tranquility.

Through the generosity of more than 18,000 alumni to their Alma Mater, the building is dedicated to the service of the University. Of contemporary design throughout, featuring walls of brick, concrete, glass and steel, the
Toll Room - Living room layout
Toll Room - living room style
building contains a tastefully appointed lounge where alumni and their friends can meet before and after athletic events and on such occasions as Commencement, Charter Day and Homecoming.

Since 1954, The Alumni House has enriched life on the Berkeley campus and served to build a bond of association and friendship among members of the University community. Alumni returning to the campus for visits are encouraged to use its facilities and invite their friends to meet them there. From conferences and receptions to seminars and weddings, the Alumni House is the perfect, versatile place for large or small gatherings. To inquire about the facilities for rent, or to make a reservation, please call (510) 642-1573, or send an e-mail message to nancy.sanchez@alumni.berkeley.edu.

Toll Room - Lecture hall layout
Toll Room - lecture style
Toll Room
Most events are held in the Toll Room which, enhanced by walnut paneling and a fireplace that can be lit creating a wonderful atmospheare with also a feel of an ultra-spacious living room. Along one side, floor-to ceiling windows overlook a large slate patio.

Bechtel Conference Room
At the far end of the Toll Room, a wall of sliding walnut panels separates it from the Bechtel
Stephen Bechtel Conference Room
Stephen Bechtel Conference Room
Conference Room. When the panels are closed, the conference room is perfect for board meetings or as a breakout room and it is also equipped with a conference phone. A 22-foot wood table, surrounded by blue leather conference chairs, dominates the space. A wall of glass offers natural light and a view of the patio while another wall enhances the room with a glass case of CAL memoribilia. The conference room is also well suited for a buffet setup.

Sibley Room
A meeting room downstairs with a classroom style setup that has whiteboard capabilities as well as internet and conference phone use. Great for private meetings.

President's Room
Small meeting room with conference table that sits up to ten people. This room is away from the general flow of Alumni House traffic making it very quiet and peaceful. Perfect room for private meetings and interviews.

The Patio
Patio
The patio is a perfect place where you can sit and relax and enjoy the outdoor campus feeling. It is bordered by Japanese maples, oakes, redwoods and ferns making this an ideal place for weddings or an outdoor luncheon.




Space Usage & Capacity

Toll Room
    Use: Conferences, weddings, banquets, lectures, receptions, workshops, seminars, forums, business meetings, and more.
    The Toll Room at night
    Toll Room - living room style


    Capacity: Theatre style: 120; Lecture style: 190; Standing Reception: 300*; Banquet: 125 or 150*

    *Greater capacity when used in conjunction with the Bechtel Room
Bechtel Conference Room
    Use: Breakout space, conference room, business meetings with refreshments.

    Capacity: Seated around Conference table: 18
    Extra chairs around the room: 30
The Patio
    Use: Luncheons, receptions, weddings, bar mitzvahs, parties, small fairs.

    Capacity: Theatre style: 100 Reception: 200 Banquet: 100
The President's Conference Room
Presidents' Conference Room
Presidents’ Conference Room

    Use: Breakout space, conference room, and business meetings with refreshments.

    Capacity: Seated around conference table: 8-10
    Extra chairs around the room: 10
Sibley Room
    Use: Classroom, conference room, seminars, and business meetings with refreshments.

    Capacity: Lecture style: 35 Reception: 50







Forms

Rates

Reservation Form (.pdf)

Rental Map (.pdf)


If you plan on serving alcoholic beverages, you must also submit a permit form to UCPD:

  • UCPD Alcohol Policy (.doc)
  • UCPD "Permit to Serve Alcohol" Form (.doc)



  • We are happy to discuss your event plans with you.

    Stop by the Alumni House (at the end of Dana Court) just off the Bancroft Way/Dana Street intersection, or...

    Call Alumni House Reservations at (510) 642-1573 or email nancy.sanchez@
    alumni.berkeley.edu
    .

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