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Site Use Requests

Thank you for your interest in using Ocean Alliance for your event, program, meeting, or gathering. The Ocean Alliance venue, which includes the Whale Discovery Lab / Whale Acoustic Library and the Visitor Center is a rustic venue. There is a sliding scale fee associated with site use.

The venue includes two bathrooms, a conference table, two round tables, and 30 chairs of various kinds for use. The Whale Discovery Lab has a projector screen, projector, TV monitor, and internet for presentations, slideshows, and other visuals. Please note that event organizers should bring any necessary adapters or equipment needed to connect their device.

Ocean Alliance does not have a kitchen or facilities for food preparation or heating. Caterers must complete all food preparation and heating off site.

The site has parking available for approximately 20 cars. Additional parking is available at the Rocky Neck Parking Lot or along Rocky Neck Avenue.

Due to the rustic nature of the venue, the event organizers are responsible for all set up, breakdown, and cleanup. The room and all areas used must be left in the same condition as they were prior to the event. All decorations, supplies, food, personal items, and rental equipment must be removed at the conclusion of the event. All trash must be taken off site at the conclusion of the event.

Ocean Alliance charges a site use fee and operates on a sliding-scale basis. The rates below are intended as a starting point and may be adjusted on a case-by-case basis depending on circumstances, guest capacity, event duration, day of the week/season, and specific needs of the user.

Rates

Important:

• No alcohol is permitted anywhere on site.
• No candles, open flames, or chafing fuel allowed in the buildings or on site.
• The upstairs venue is not ADA accessible.
• The docks are strictly off limits to all event attendees and event staff.
• Children may not be left unattended at any time.
• Furniture and equipment provided by the site must be returned to its original arrangement after the event.
• Bathrooms must be left clean and orderly after use.
• Any damage resulting from the event is the responsibility of the event.
• Balloons are not permitted as they can be hazardous for wildlife.

Please complete the form below with as much detail as possible. Providing complete and accurate details helps Ocean Alliance evaluate your request and determine which materials may be appropriate and available.

Submission of an application does not guarantee approval or access to the requested materials