RICHARD & KAREN CARPENTER PERFORMING ARTS CENTER

The Carpenter Center on the campus of CSULB houses a hidden gem: The Carpenters Exhibit. This must-see collection features photos, awards, instruments, memorabilia and more from Richard and Karen Carpenter’s life and career—from childhood through mega-stardom. Located in the Carpenter Center lobby, the Carpenters Exhibit is open during all events, and by appointment, subject to the availability of the Carpenter Center. Learn more.

Host your next event at the Carpenter Center. Easily accessible from south Los Angeles and north Orange counties, the Carpenter Center is an elegant and affordable venue accommodating large or small performing ensembles, film screenings, concerts, conferences, graduations, award, and other special events. With a performance space, reception area, spacious and well-equipped backstage area, and ample parking, the Carpenter Center is the perfect venue for an event you and your audience will enjoy and remember. Learn about leasing the theatre.