The Junior League of Bakersfield’s Community Center…

is a magical place.  Built in 1911, it features many old world details with an abundance of charm.  Located in a beautifully revitalized portion of downtown Bakersfield.

Features

• 5,000 sq. ft. of indoor space

• 2,000 sq. ft. of garden space

• Dramatic entry

• Ceiling Fans & dimmer switches

• An abundance of windowsJunior League of Bakersfield Community Center Hiso

• Service kitchen

• Coat room

• Beautiful outdoor balcony, fountain & benches

• Abundant parking

GUEST CAPACITY:

130-275 depending on the setup

Historic and Beautiful – In Downtown Bakersfield

The Junior League of Bakersfield is proud to offer it’s Community Center for your special event.

• Weddings

• Receptions

• Bridal Showers

• Luncheons

• Rehersal Dinners

• Anniversary Celebrations

• Retirements Parties

• Fund-Raising Events

• Corporate Dinners & Events

• Birthday Celebrations

• Tea Parties

Non-Profit Events*

*some events may qualify for free use

• History & Purpose
• Donate

Junior League of Bakersfield Community Center History

The Community Center is an historic building with a rich history.  It was originally designed in the Italian Renaissance style by Bakersfield architect Orville Clark as a funeral home with integrated living quarters.  It was built in 1911 for the Payne family business at an initial cost of $30,000.  The building is constructed entirely of brick with tapered column piers on each side of the entrance and was designed to resemble an elegant residence with matching parlors, a distinctive tiled lobby and extensive mahogany interior woodwork and trim.  A 1948 renovation added additional flooring space and updated interiors. 

Thanks to the generosity of The Wheeler Foundation, JLB’s millennium renovation began in 1996.  The building was transformed back to it’s original 1911 design.

 ● Junior League of Bakersfield ● 1928 19th Street ● P.O. Box 2920 ● Bakersfield, CA 93301 ● Phone: 661-322-1671 ● Fax: 661-324-2JLB ● E-Mail ●