Los Altos History Museum
Select services venue
The venue will provide the space, plus a few extras.
Full wedding (ceremony and reception) pricing
Starting at $8,500
Packages
Prices start at $4,000
Guest capacity
Up to 225 seated guests
About this venue
Opened in spring of 2001, the Los Altos History Museum resides in an impressive three-level, 8,200-square-foot building – built entirely with private donations; building ownership was transferred to the City of Los Altos in 2002. The Museum features a changing exhibits gallery as well as the permanent exhibit, “Crown of the Peninsula,” that describes the rich history of Los Altos and the surrounding area.
Our event spaces
Los Altos History Museum
Los Altos History Museum gathers and presents compelling stories and artifacts that bridge the past and the present by fostering the creative energy of staff and volunteers to challenge established narratives and produce engaging educational programs and exhibits for our community.
Los Altos History Museum
Los Altos History Museum gathers and presents compelling stories and artifacts that bridge the past and the present by fostering the creative energy of staff and volunteers to challenge established narratives and produce engaging educational programs and exhibits for our community.
Los Altos History Museum packages
Ceremony Only
250 guests
Peak pricing $4,000
Off-peak pricing $4,000
Ceremony only package.
- 4 Hour rental time period
Ceremony and Reception
250 guests
Peak pricing $7,000-8,500
Off-peak pricing $7,000-8,500
Ceremony and reception package. Additional hours can be added.
- 8 Hour rental period
Available services that can be provided by Los Altos History Museum
Services & amenities
- Dance floor
- Dressing room / Bridal Suite
- Event rentals
- Lighting/Sound
- Pet friendly
- Wheelchair accessible
- Wifi
Transportation & access
- Self parking - free
- Wheelchair accessible
Rentals
- Sound / AV
- Standard Chairs
Reviews
Write a review5.0 out of 5
13 reviews
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Akanksha S.
Perfect venue with amazing management!!
My fiancé and I chose this venue for our South Asian engagement ceremony, and it was everything we hoped for. From the very beginning, Lisa, our main point of contact, was incredibly patient, organized, and supportive throughout the entire planning process. As a bride-to-be, I had endless questions, and she took the time to answer every single one thoughtfully and thoroughly. She made the entire experience feel so much less stressful and helped ensure we had everything we needed for a successful event. The venue itself is beautifully maintained and transformed perfectly for our garden party-style ceremony. We truly could not have asked for a better experience. I cannot say enough wonderful things about Lisa and this venue!!
Lisa Porter•May 17, 2026I am so honored to have been able to support you and your family on your special day. It was exactly as you said - a beautiful transformation for your event into the evening. We are happy to have several South Asian events on the calendar each year, with the opportunity to provide all clients with a space that they can personalize. It particularly enjoyed hearing how overjoyed your family was to celebrate your future. Please, don't be a stranger!
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Raisa
Shoutout to Lisa!!
I would highly recommend booking this museum in Los Altos for your wedding or any event, really. The venue is absolutely stunning for an outdoor wedding and has an indoor section too. We really wanted a cozy intimate backyard wedding vibe and that's exactly what we got here! Huge plus is my husband loves history, and you get free access to the museum for a year with a ton of other benefits once you have an event here your donation is tax deductible. You also don't need much decor at all due to the natural beauty but we hired a decorator for the arches, stages, and table settings. Lisa will also give you a list of vendors partners you can work with just in case. Overall, she was really amazing to work with and super responsive because anytime we needed to do a tour walk through with vendors or a tour of the venue, she was there. Thanks Lisa for answering all my questions!! You can't go wrong having your wedding here. We had a spring wedding of close to 200 folks and thank God it didn't rain but summer or even fall would be beautiful here. For photoshoot opportunities there’s a ton onsite and a beautiful orchard just steps away from the museum for sunset shots. A magical day indeed.
Lisa Porter•Apr 24, 2026Thank you, Raisa! It was so much fun working with you and your sister throughout the planning process. I'm so happy that you chose the Museum and you were able to bring all of your ideas to life. It really was the perfect weather for your event and the garden was perfectly lush just in time! I consider it a true honor and pleasure to have gotten to work together with all of our assorted meetings. Please, don't be a stranger!
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Christa
A Seamless, Magical Day Thanks to Lisa
If you’re considering getting married at the Los Altos History Museum—do it, and make sure you work with Lisa. She made us feel taken care of in every way. When it looked like rain, she calmly walked us through backup options and made everything feel manageable. When we needed help, she had answers before we even finished the question. The most memorable part? She hand-crafted the golf-themed signage for our wedding. It was a masterpiece and became one of the most talked-about details of the entire night. Lisa made our day magical, personal, and seamless. We are forever grateful.
Lisa Porter•Nov 17, 2025Christa, WOW. What else can or needs to be said? Your day, similar to the two of you was, perfect. Just the right amount of lighthearted, well-timed comedy, a heaping dose of love and sincerity and the cherry on top? The kindest people to celebrate. Even when we were figuring out what to do during the weather forecast debacle, you two were so lovely to work with. I will always remember your eye for design and maximalist tendencies forever fondly. You took this lovely space and somehow found a way to make it even more cozy, trendy, and oozing with beauty. Looking forward to when I see you both again. Please, don't be a stranger!
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Liz
this is probably the perfect venue for your event
Bride’s Perspective Our wedding was a candlelit pizza party in the garden—casual, approachable, and elegant all at once. About 80 guests came. The ceremony was under the tree near the entrance. During cocktail hour, some guests (especially families with kids) enjoyed docent-led tours of the house. For dinner, we seated everyone at two long banquet tables on the bricks. While a lot of us were dancing inside, guests also gathered outside around the heaters under blankets we provided. The venue’s gardens and old trees meant we needed very little décor — we went with some DIY Trader Joe’s flowers & lots of candles. When the sun set, the glow from the candles and string lights provided by LAHM was magical. One highlight was cutting the cake at the end of the tables, looking out at our laughing, candlelit guests. We expected warm October weather, but the forecast dipped into the low 60s. Propane heaters worked perfectly, and combined with candles, lights, and blankets, the night felt intimate and warm. We live close to the venue and got ready at home, which turned out to be ideal—relaxed, convenient, and comfortable. Before planning, I imagined a rustic barn wedding, while my husband wanted something elegant. The museum was the perfect balance — and better than either of us pictured. Working with Lisa was wonderful. She was professional, responsive, and calm from the first walkthrough through the end of the night. I enjoyed checking in with her throughout the event, and everything ran smoothly. We trusted her recommendations and appreciated how she coordinated with all our vendors. We joke that if we ever got married again, we’d do it all the same — same space, same people, same Lisa! Groom’s Perspective We knew our venue search was over when we found the Los Altos History Museum. Lisa, the venue coordinator, not only manages a beautiful space but also brings clarity with straightforward policies and transparent pricing, which gave us freedom to design the day exactly how we wanted. The event moved naturally through the property: ceremony under the trees, cocktails near the house, dinner on the bricks, and dancing inside. It felt private but accessible, and the gardens were perfect for photos. My favorite moment was watching the sun set over dinner as candles and string lights took over. Lisa was fantastic — responsive, flexible, and organized. She met with our vendors in advance and made space to store supplies several days ahead of the wedding. She was the first to arrive and last to leave. She even helped pack our car at the end of the night. A few notes for future couples: there’s limited getting-ready space (we used our home, which worked great), tenting for rain can be tricky and expensive, and there’s no commercial kitchen. None were issues for us, and Lisa explained these points to us early so there were no surprises. Vendor List: Coordinator: Taylor Rae Weddings Catering [Appetizers, Dinner]: Gigi mobile wood-fired kitchen Catering [Service, Setup, Breakdown, Bar]: Heirloom Catering Co. Wedding cakes: Draeger's grocery store DJ: DJTN Photography: Doug Despres - Amari Productions Rentals: Charis4Events Hair & makeup: Dreamcatcher Cocktails: His: Paper Plane Hers: NA Paloma w/optional tequila
Lisa Porter•Nov 17, 2025Liz and Jan, thank you so, so much for the kind words. I remember our tour like it was yesterday! How we already did the thing I will never know. You both were amazing to work with throughout the entire process. I will remember how kind, patient, and flexible you both were as we got further into planning! It was indeed the perfect event, and I remember it as such, always. Please don't be a stranger - you're members now ;)
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Taylor R.
The Perfect Choice!
Los Altos History Museum is the perfect backdrop for an outdoor wedding — lush gardens, picturesque, and effortlessly romantic. Every corner of the property feels thoughtfully curated, creating endless opportunities for beautiful photos and memorable moments. On top of the gorgeous space, the venue manager, Lisa, is truly exceptional. Her professionalism, calm guidance, and attention to detail make the planning process seamless and stress-free. With Lisa and this stunning courtyard as your setting, every wedding feels flawless and unforgettable.
Lisa Porter•Nov 5, 2025I am so glad you have had such a positive experience working here as a planner! There is so much work that goes into planning an event, and I greatly appreciate vendors like yourself that make the day, my life, and the couple's experience that much better. We have had so many amazing events together, and I always get excited when a couple lets me know that they are working with you!
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