SOCIAL EVENTS & WEDDINGS  The Philip Merrill Environmental Center - headquarters for the Chesapeake Bay Foundation - provides a magical waterfront setting for your next special event. Among the world’s “greenest buildings,” the Merrill Center is surrounded by acres of unspoiled natural beauty. The facility offers extraordinary views of the Chesapeake Bay - both inside and out - that are unmatched by any venue in the area. Just minutes from downtown Annapolis, the Merrill Center is fully equipped to handle a wide variety of social events and occasions. Whether you’re planning an elegant, formal, or casual wedding; or a barbeque on the beach, the Chesapeake Bay is the perfect backdrop. From our sweeping foyer and floor-to-ceiling windows to our tented deck and secluded beach, your guests will be enchanted by the simple elegance of their surroundings. Our onsite event coordinator will simplify your event planning with guidance in selecting a professional caterer, florist, and photographer who is familiar with the facility and can make all of your dreams a reality. Features and services available to you at the Philip Merrill Environmental Center include: - Maximum capacity: 230, seated (Deck included)
- 160 seated in dining room
- Wooded, private waterfront setting on 33 acres
- Great room with 270 degree views of the Chesapeake Bay
- Beachside tented deck
- Private beach
- Spectacular photo opportunities
- Dock for arrival or departure by boat
- Private pre-event dressing/waiting room
- Knowledgeable onsite event coordinator
- List of preferred caterers and other service providers
Learn more about the venue and read the answers to our frequently asked questions about the facility. For additional information or to book your special event, contact Chris Gorri CBF’s Events Coordinator at 443-482-2001 or email cgorri@cbf.org and someone will contact you shortly. (Tours can be scheduled Monday-Friday 9:00am-4:00pm)
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