v Marin Veteran’s Memorial Auditorium (2,000 seats)
v Showcase Theatre (300 seats)
v Exhibit Hall, hosting trade shows and conventions, and
v Lagoon Park and Fairgrounds.

Marin Center was envisioned by Frank Lloyd Wright and designed by his associates to complement the neighboring Marin County Civic Center. Marin Center is owned and operated by the County of Marin for the enjoyment of all county residents, and is the home of the Marin Symphony and the Marin Ballet. As the cultural heart of Marin County, Marin Center plays host to world-class talent, including musical and dance groups, comedy, and speakers from every path of life. A few of 2000’s featured attractions include:

v Afro-Cuban All Stars
v Harry Belafonte
v Ladysmith Black Mambazo
v Mummenshanz
v The Vienna Choir Boys
v Literary Arts Speakers Series

Friends of Marin Center is a non-profit corporation with members who recognize the importance of encouraging the arts. As the Marin Center’s private support group, we raise funds to enhance the Center’s facilities and programming, assuring performance quality, comfort, and continuation of this vital venue for talent.

Friends of Marin Center also serves the community in its outreach program, using funds to purchase tickets that are given to low-income and disadvantaged county residents. The tickets are distributed free of charge through local non-profit agencies and schools.

Sponsorship and attendance at Friends of Marin Center Events, such as the February 2001 American Indian Dance Theatre Gala, make it possible to keep the arts alive and shining in Marin County.

For more information about membership or sponsorship, please contact the Friends of Marin Center office at 415-499-6014.