1625 118th Avenue SE
MSEEC programs
The Mercer Slough Environmental Education Center is on the east side of the Mercer Slough Nature Park. The Douglas Fir Community Room provides a quiet and tranquil atmosphere with lots of natural light and a sweeping view of the Slough. With meeting and lounge areas as well as a kitchenette, the community room is ideal for business meetings, retreats and classes, as well as small social gatherings such as weddings, receptions, anniversary and birthday parties, and memorials.
See below for additional photos of the Douglas Fir Community Room.
Capacity:
Maximum capacity is 50 people.
Equipment:
Rental fees for the room include 13 upholstered chairs with four small side tables, plus 13 six-foot rectangular tables, 50 stacking chairs, laptop, LCD projector, PA/wireless mic, podium, portable whiteboard easel, pull-down screen, and two rolling coat racks. The kitchenette is equipped with a refrigerator/freezer, microwave, dishwasher, sink, hot water pot and a 40-cup coffee urn. Use of the private balcony is also included, and free WiFi is available.
Parking:
There are only 10 parking spaces in the parking lot for MSEEC rentals, plus two general handicap spaces. Carpools and shuttles are encouraged and support the mission of the Environmental Education Center. The circular drive in front of the Douglas Fir building is available for guest drop-off. We do not encourage the use of on-street parking. If your event starts after 4 p.m., there may be additional parking available, but this is not guaranteed.
Viewing:
The Environmental Education Center is open to the public from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. daily. Call in advance to arrange a tour - 425-452-2565.
Availability and Bookings: Contact the Parks Scheduling Office at 425-452-6914 or email MSEECRental@bellevuewa.gov .
These online forms may help you:
- Facility Rental Guidelines
- MSEEC Community Room Rental Fees
- MSEEC Map and Directions
- Douglas Fir Community Room Floor Plan
- Facility Use Request Form - submit with MSEEC Supplemental Form
- MSEEC Supplemental Form - submit with Facility Use Request Form
- Credit Card Authorization Form
- Indoor Facility Special Use Form
- Facility Inspection Checklist
Additional photos of the Douglas Fir Community Room:
Douglas Fir Community Room
Douglas Fir Community Room
Douglas Fir Community Room
Douglas Fir Community Room - Kitchenette
Douglas Fir Community Room - Kitchenette
Private balcony overlooking Mercer Slough
Blue Jay on a tree next to the balcony
MSEEC - elevated boardwalk (photo courtesy of Lara Swimmer)
