The Mercer Slough Environmental Education Center is on the east side of the Mercer Slough Nature Park. The Douglas Fir Community Room provides a peaceful atmosphere with lots of natural light and a sweeping view of the Slough. This space offers meeting and lounge areas as well as a kitchenette, which is ideal for business meetings, retreats, classes, receptions, birthday parties, memorials and more.
Features
Capacity
- Weekdays (Mon-Fri, 8 a.m.-4:30 p.m.): Up to 25 people (due to limited weekday parking).
- Weekday evenings (after 4:30 p.m.) & weekends (all day): Up to 50 people
Equipment Included with Rental
- 13 upholstered chairs with four small side tables
- 13 six-foot rectangular tables and 50 stacking chairs
- LCD projector, PA/wireless mic, podium, portable whiteboard easel, pull-down screen
- Rolling coat rack
- Kitchenette is equipped with a refrigerator/freezer, microwave, dishwasher, sink, hot water kettle and a 12-cup coffee maker
- Private balcony and free WiFi
Checking Availability
- Please call 425-452-6914 or email MSEECRental@bellevuewa.gov.
- Important: Requesting availability does not guarantee a reservation. After the application forms and payment are received and processed, a confirmation and permit will be sent via email.
- Please note that requests made less than 30 days in advance are contingent upon staff availability.
Viewing the Space
The Environmental Education Center is open to the public from 10 a.m.-4 p.m. daily. Call 425-452-2565 before making a trip to ensure the Park Ranger is on site and the facility is available to view.
Parking & Directions
Parking: There are only 10 parking spaces in the parking lot for MSEEC rentals, plus two ADA spaces. Carpools and shuttles are encouraged. The circular drive in front of the Douglas Fir building is available for guest drop-off. If your event starts after 4 p.m., additional parking may be available, but this is not guaranteed.