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Catered Event Info

The Automotive Dining Room

The Automotive Dining Room is a spacious and versatile location for your next private event. Situated at the edge of the Lower Automotive Gallery, your party can enjoy their event while nestled amongst a multitude of exceptional, one-of-a-kind automobiles. From business seminars to holiday parties, elegant weddings to intimate celebrations; our five thousand square foot floor space offers a blank canvas on which you can create the atmosphere you desire.

Available year round, the Automotive Dining Room is in high demand from local businesses, global corporations, charitable organizations and individuals many of our clients return several times a year to enjoy the diversity of events we're capable of hosting. In addition, our exclusive partner, Scott's Catering of Walnut Creek, provides a menu that can be scaled to fit any need while providing courteous and efficient service that is unmatched anywhere.

We stand behind every event that is held here, our personal approach guaranteeing that we will be remembered as the premier venue for special events. To see for yourself, make an appointment with Beverly Barnette at Scott's Catering, 925.934.0598, to attend one of our Roundtable Lunches—this is our chance to show of the event space while Scott's impresses your palate with their delicacies.


General Seating Capacity

Max Seating Catered Event: up to 500
Max Standing Room: up to 1000+
Max Conference Seating: up to 600

Wedding Ceremonies
(Maximun Seated /Maximum Standing)

Auto Galleries: up to 500 / up to 1000+
Mezzanine: up to 60 / up to 200
Lobby: up to 120 / up to 250
Outdoor Plaza: up to 400 / up to 600

Business Event or
Private Reception Capacity
(Maximun Seated /Maximum Standing)

Auto Galleries: up to 500 / up to 1000+
Mezzanine: up to 40 / up to 75
Lobby: up to 120 / up to 250
Outdoor Plaza: up to 400 / up to 600

Executive Room

Max Seating for Dining: up to 30
Max Meeting Capacity: up to 40
Rent for a Wedding Party

Common Site Uses

Business Functions / Meetings
Ceremonies
Wedding Receptions
Special Events, Parties
Rehearsal Dinners

Catering / Beverage Services

Provided by Scott's Restaurant

Equipment Available

Zoned Speaker System
Tables & Chairs
TV/VCR/DVD
Overhead Screen
Podium
Adjustable Stage

Additional Services

Cleanup Services
Completely Wheelchair Accessible
Changing Room


Availability and Contact

Year-round, except Thanksgiving, Christmas and New Year's Days. During operating hours (Wednesday-Sunday, 10am-5pm), functions with catered meals may be scheduled in the event areas 7:30am-5pm and the entire facility is available from 6pm-11:30pm. On Mondays and Tuesdays, when the museum is closed to the public, the entire facility is available for events 7:30am-11:30pm.

For facility rental information and help in planning your special function, please call Beverly Barnette at Scott's of Walnut Creek, 925.648.1434 or email her at bjbarnette@scottswc.com.

3700 Blackhawk Plaza Circle • Danville, CA 94506 • 925.736.2277 • Fax: 925.736.4818 • museum@blackhawkmuseum.org
Museum Hours: Wednesday thru Sunday 10:00am to 5:00pm
Blackhawk Museum is a 501(c)(3) Nonprofit Organization