BlackRock Center for the Arts

12901 Town Commons Drive, Germantown, MD

BlackRock Center for the Arts

12901 Town Commons Drive, Germantown, MD

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www.blackrockcenter.org

Capacity: 220 people

About BlackRock Center for the Arts

BlackRock is a beautiful, multi-purpose arts center that is sure to impress your guests. Featuring five gorgeous, sun-lit interior spaces, our proscenium-style MainStage Theater and our Outdoor Stage and Lawn; BlackRock can adapt its unique spaces to host events of all types and sizes. Our team will work with you to plan the perfect event tailored to your specific needs. You can choose to start with one of our packages or build your event a la carte. Whether it is a b’nai mitzvah in the BlackBox Theater, a staff retreat on the Rooftop Terrace, a cocktail reception in the Kay Gallery, or a wedding ceremony in the MainStage Theater; the BlackRock event team is excited to support you from start to finish. Not only does BlackRock offer a gorgeous venue to host your next event but we can also connect you with professional and affordable vendors for everything from catering to photography.

Event Spaces

MainStage

Maximum Capacity: 220
Theater

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MainStage

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Theater | Maximum Capacity: 220

Our MainStage theater is the heart of BlackRock. It is an intimate space that seats up to 220 on two different levels. Full lighting and sound capabilities allow us to create a professional and aesthetically pleasing performance. The MainStage is perfect for conferences or presentations as we also have projection capabilities.

Supported Layouts and Capacities

Seating Capacity
Capacity: 220 People

Amenities

Features

Atmosphere/Decor: - Proscenium-Style Theater - Fixed, Comfortable Seating - Built-In Professional Sound System - Perfect View & Sound from Every Seat
Floor Covering: carpet
Floor Number: 1
Number of Green Rooms: 1

BlackBox Theater

Ballroom

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BlackBox Theater

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Ballroom

Our most popular event space, the Blackbox theatre has the flexibility to host a variety of events from wedding receptions and b'nai mitzvahs to café-style performances and rehearsals.

Supported Layouts and Capacities

Amenities

Dance Floor
Wireless Internet/Wi-Fi

Features

Atmosphere/Decor: - Flexible Seating - Wood Floors - Black Velvet Curtains - Custom Lighting Design Max Capacity: 250
Floor Covering: maple wood floors
Floor Number: 1
Number of Ballroom Sections: 1
Special Features: Dressing room and restrooms located adjacent to the room.

The Rooftop Terrace

General Event Space

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The Rooftop Terrace

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General Event Space

Germantown's best kept secret, our airy and open indoor/outdoor Rooftop Terrace is perfect for intimate gatherings such as bridal & baby showers, receptions, and meetings.

Supported Layouts and Capacities

Amenities

Features

Atmosphere/Decor: - Floor-to-Ceiling Windows - Sink & Counter Space for Food Service - Rooftop Patio

The Kay Gallery

General Event Space

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The Kay Gallery

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General Event Space

Perfect for a standing reception or small gathering, the beautiful Kay Gallery is a light and airy space with vaulted ceilings sure to impress your guests. Guests will enjoy sculpture, textile art, and paintings in dynamic and inventive exhibits. Please note, red wine is not allowed in the Kay Gallery.

Supported Layouts and Capacities

Amenities

Features

Atmosphere/Decor: - Hardwood Floors - Bright, Natural Light - Easy Access to Grand Lobby
Floor Covering: Hardwood floors
Floor Number: 1

Gallery II

Maximum Capacity: 60
Fixed Board Room

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Gallery II

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Fixed Board Room | Maximum Capacity: 60

BlackRock's Gallery II/Conference Room houses exhibits complementary to those in the Kay Gallery. The natural sunlight is ideal for a corporate event. BlackRock staff are available to assist you with audio and video conferencing as need-- either in house or through one of our reputable partner vendors. Rental of Gallery II/Conference Room includes the Gallery II Lobby, lit by floor to ceiling where attendees can mix and mingle with food and beverages before or after your activity.

Supported Layouts and Capacities

Conference
Capacity: 60 People

Hollow Square
Capacity: 25 People

Amenities

Features

Atmosphere/Decor: - Large Windows - Flexible Seating Arrangements - Lobby Space - Art Exhibits Max Capacity: 60
Floor Covering: Carpet
Floor Number: 2

Grand Lobby

General Event Space

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Grand Lobby

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General Event Space

The Grand Lobby at BlackRock is art itself. As guests enter, they will be struck by the natural light from our large floor to ceiling windows, the grand staircase, and mosaic floor. The Grand Lobby features a beautiful grand staircase and Juliet balcony that allow for dynamic positions for entrances or speaking. The terrazzo floor depicts Germantown history with its symbolic cornstalk and patchwork farm acreage, and tiling representing Seneca Creek, the railroad, and BlackRock Mill. The large rock monoliths, created by artist Thomas Sayre, were poured and cured on local HighPoint Farm. These "earthcasts" are molded by the terrain and cement Germantown's farming heritage as part of the building.

Supported Layouts and Capacities

Amenities

Wet Bar
Wireless Internet/Wi-Fi

Features

Atmosphere/Decor: - Vaulted Ceilings - Grand Staircase - Ample Natural Light - Built-in Concession Stand Max Capacity: 100
Floor Covering: Tile
Floor Number: 1

Outdoor Stage & Lawn

Outdoor Venue

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Outdoor Stage & Lawn

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Outdoor Venue

Facing Century Boulevard and surrounded by lawns and landscaping, BlackRock's Outdoor Stage is the perfect venue for a summer concert, outdoor festival or event. The lawn supplies plenty of room for vendors to set-up and guests to stretch out to enjoy your presentation. BlackRock's event team is available to assist in adapting this unique space to renter's vision.

Supported Layouts and Capacities

Amenities

Features

Atmosphere/Decor: - Elevated, Covered Stage - Ample Lawn Space - Shade Trees - Landscape Lighting Max Capacity: 500+

Venue Types

Amenities

ADA/ACA Accessible
Full Bar/Lounge
Outdoor Function Area
Outside Catering Allowed
Wireless Internet/Wi-Fi

Features

Max Number of People for an Event: 220
Special Features: - A/V Capability - WiFi - Custom Lighting - Bar Services - Concessions Bar - Dressing Rooms - Free Parking

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