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National Steinbeck Center

1 Main St, Salinas, CA 93901

Phone (831) 775-4721

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Museum hours Wednesday – Sunday, 10 AM – 5 PM.

The National Steinbeck Center is located in John Steinbeck’s hometown of Salinas, California, a scenic 17-mile drive from Monterey into the heart of Steinbeck Country. The Center offers three distinct visitor experiences: literature and history, agriculture and art, as well special events and educational programs. Discover Steinbeck’s world through interactive, multi-sensory exhibits for all ages, rare artifacts, and seven themed theaters showcasing East of Eden, Cannery Row, Of Mice and Men, The Grapes of Wrath and much more. Rooted in the earth and the people of the Salinas Valley, Steinbeck achieved worldwide recognition for his keen observations and powerful descriptions of the human condition. He championed the forgotten and disenfranchised, while affirming the strength of the human spirit. His life was as rich and provocative as the Salinas Valley he immortalized in his writing. Steinbeck drew his inspiration from this land and became known throughout the world, receiving the Nobel Prize for Literature in 1962.

The Center is a wonderful attraction for school groups and adult tours and a unique venue for special events. Funds raised through admissions, memberships, programs, museum store sales, events and donations help support the Center, which is a 501(3) non-profit organization.

Activities

General

Group Rates Available:
Private/Group Events:
Private/Group Tours:
Rates & Ticket Prices: $12.95 Adult, $6.95 Children 6-17
Special Interest Tours Offered:

Facilities

ADA-compliant:
ATM Machine:
Credit Cards Accepted:
Discounts:
- AARP Discount
- Military Discount
- Student Discount
Family-friendly:
Free Internet Access:
Gift Shop:
Hours of Operation: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Packages Available:
Parking:
Reservation Cancellation Policy:
Special Events:

Facility Info

Meeting Rooms

Meeting Space

Largest Room 660
Theatre Capacity 1584
Inside Banquet Capacity 660
Inside Reception Capacity 1000
Largest Reception Room Capacity 1000
Square Footage of Largest Room 11630
Number of Rooms 10

Alisal or Santa Rita Room

Total Sq. Ft.: 1500
Width: 44
Length: 34
Height: 21'-33;
Theater Capacity: 125
Banquet Capacity: 80
Reception Capacity: 80

Hall

Total Sq. Ft.: 11630
Theater Capacity: 1014
Banquet Capacity: 660
Reception Capacity: 1000

Performing Arts Center

Total Sq. Ft.: 11630
Theater Capacity: 1584

Rotunda

Total Sq. Ft.: 3300
Width: 46
Length: 73
Height: 10'-33'
Theater Capacity: 275
Banquet Capacity: 150
Reception Capacity: 300

Salinas Room

Total Sq. Ft.: 3000
Width: 44
Length: 34
Height: 21'-33'
Theater Capacity: 300
Banquet Capacity: 225
Reception Capacity: 225

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