Timeless elegance without the corporate feel
Located in the heart of Downtown Chico, The Westport offers an expansive 12,000-square-foot canvas for your most memorable celebrations. Once the city's very first Cadillac dealership and the long-time home of Nantucket Design & Home, this iconic building has been thoughtfully reimagined as a sophisticated Northern California event space.
Whether you are planning a downtown Chico wedding, a large-scale corporate event, or a community gathering, our venue blends industrial history with modern elegance. From the warmth of our walnut-shell blasted wood beams to the sleek finish of our polished cement floors, every detail has been curated to provide a stunning aesthetic and superior acoustics for your guests.
THE LIBRARY
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Tailored for Every Occasion
The Library’s strength lies in its refined versatility; spanning 800 square feet of curated character, it functions seamlessly as a quiet sanctuary for strategic focus or a charming parlor for bespoke celebrations.
Intimate Weddings & Social Celebrations: The ultimate luxury "micro-venue" in downtown Chico. It provides an unmatched setting for elegant rehearsal dinners, bridal brunches, or an unforgettable intimate wedding venue experience where conversation is the guest of honor.
Corporate Excellence & Retreats: Positioned as one of the premier corporate retreat spaces in Chico, this room is purposefully designed for private board meetings, leadership summits, and executive team brainstorming sessions where privacy, focus, and inspiring design are paramount.
Lectures & Salons: An excellent, close-knit setting for author talks, private poetry readings, fireside chats, or educational seminars where an atmosphere of connection is preferred.
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The Library is designed for high-impact, smaller gatherings where every guest has a front-row seat. At 800 square feet, the space offers a range of configurations:
Classroom: Up to 34 seats (professional trainings, workshops)
Assembly/Ceremony: Up to 49 guests (ideal for micro-weddings, lectures, or private screenings).
Banquet: Up to 32 guests (perfect for intimate dinner parties, bridal brunches, or executive lunches).
Cocktail/Social: Up to 49 guests (a sophisticated choice for networking mixers or baby shower "sip and sees").
Boardroom Style: Up to 30 guests (tailored for leadership retreats and focused strategy sessions). 730 ft2
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Meeting Packages start at $500 ½ day. Meal, Snack, or Coffee Service can be added on.
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Reach out to our team directly through the “Inquiries” here.
THE CONSERVATORY
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Versatile. Bright. Accommodating.
The Conservatory is a premier, adaptable venue designed to breathe life into any gathering. Spanning 2,010 square feet of curated architectural character, this light-filled space serves as a sophisticated backdrop for creative productions, life’s big milestones, and professional breakthroughs alike.
Endless Possibilities
The beauty of The Conservatory lies in its striking flexibility. From a sun-drenched photo studio rental in Chico to an unforgettable gathering space, our open floor plan effortlessly accommodates:
Intimate Celebrations: Create a whimsical, bespoke atmosphere for bridal showers, milestone anniversary parties, or an unforgettable intimate wedding venue experience for your closest circle.
Corporate & Educational Events: Host dynamic lectures, professional trainings, or multi-day business retreats in an inspiring environment that keeps attendees energized and focused.
Creative Productions: Utilize the expansive floor-to-ceiling natural light, historic textures, and open layout for editorial fashion shoots, commercial filming, and brand photography.
Seamless Transitions: With 2,010 square feet of versatile space, you can easily divide the room to transition flawlessly from a formal presentation or ceremony to a social cocktail hour and catered reception.
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Whether you are planning an intimate seated brunch or a large-scale presentation, the room transitions seamlessly to meet your needs with ample square footage, you can easily divide the room to transition from a formal presentation to a social cocktail hour or catered reception. 1866 ft2
Classroom: 60-80 seats (professional trainings, workshops)
Assembly: 200 seats (ideal for lectures, vows, or keynote speakers).
Banquet: 100 seats (perfect for showers, luncheons, anniversary/cocktail parties or workshops).
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Please inquire.
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Reach out to our team directly through the “Inquiries” here.
THE BALLROOM
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Grand. Versatile. Limitless. As our largest and most flexible space, The Ballroom offers a sprawling 6,000 square feet of premium event space. Whether you are hosting a high-energy gala or a multi-day industry conference, this room provides the scale and sophistication to bring your largest visions to life.
A Space for Every Story
The Ballroom is more than just a reception hall; it is a fully customizable environment for:
Milestone Celebrations: The ultimate setting for large-scale weddings, Quinceañeras, and charity galas with plenty of room for live bands and entertainment.
Corporate Conferences: A professional hub for all-hands meetings, industry trade shows, and multi-speaker conferences.
Community & Education: Host academic lectures, non-profit fundraisers, or commemorative ceremonies in a space that commands attention
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With a footprint that can accommodate everything from a full stage to a dance floor and photo booths, the Ballroom 5361 ft2 adapts to your guest list with ease:
Assembly/Ceremony: Up to 450 guests (perfect for large-scale lectures, seminars, and commencements).
Social/Cocktail Reception: Up to 500 guests (designed for high-capacity networking and fundraisers).
Banquet: Up to 300+ guests (ideal for galas, wedding receptions, and awards ceremonies).
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Please inquire
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Reach out to our team directly through the “Inquiries” here.
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