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About Sherwood Auditorium
Sherwood Auditorium, once a premier performance space within MCASD La Jolla, is now repurposed as part of the Iris and Matthew Strauss Galleries. Historically hosting 492 seats, the venue’s legacy lives on in La Jolla’s cultural scene. While it no longer serves as a dedicated concert hall, the space remains a landmark within walking distance of transit options and local accommodations. This page provides seating context, parking guidance, transit information, and recommended nearby hotels and dining to help you plan a seamless visit.
For guests seeking music or cultural events in the La Jolla area, consider nearby venues such as the Conrad Prebys Performing Arts Center, which hosts LJMS concerts and other performing arts. When planning your outing, secure your seats if an event is announced at a related venue, and take advantage of nearby parking and lodging options. We’ve got you covered with reliable, easy booking and shopping guidance to make your experience smooth and stress-free.
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Seating, Parking & Venue Information
- Address: 700 Prospect Street, La Jolla, CA 92037.
- Former venue type: on-site auditorium at MCASD La Jolla; now repurposed as Iris and Matthew Strauss Galleries.
- Historical capacity: 492 seats (Sherwood Auditorium).
- Current status: no longer a dedicated performance venue; space renamed/converted during MCASD expansion.
- Parking: commonly described as ample street parking around MCASD La Jolla.
- Transit: accessible via public transit; nearby La Jolla area transit options; LJMS moved events partly guided by nearby transit hubs (MTS Gilman Transit Center).
- Nearby hotels: La Valencia Hotel (1132 Prospect St) and Grande Colonial La Jolla (910 Prospect St).
- Notable events: La Jolla Music Society previously staged concerts there; LJMS concerts later relocated to the Conrad Prebys Performing Arts Center (opened 2019).