Bakersfield Museum of Art, Bakersfield

I am not sure how the museum ended up on this list, but iot is a fine place to visit or hold an event. They rent the facility for weddings and special events, and it is well-suited for crowds up to 250. The museum itself is a work of art, and they have a very large banquet room for your reception or special dinner. The grounds are spacious and green, and guarantee at least ten degrees off the thermometer in the summer. The staff are very helpful, and they also know when to get out of the way. Highly recommended for special events!