About RBHL
The Historic Library of Redondo Beach, our picturesque oceanside Spanish & Dutch event space established in 1930.
THE REDONDO BEACH PUBLIC LIBRARY'S HISTORY
In 1885, the City of Redondo Beach assumed management of a reading room that became the town’s first library. In 1909, the growing library relocated to Redondo City Hall. It continued to expand, and the city began planning for a dedicated library building on a site overlooking the beach, adjacent to Redondo Pier. Voters approved a $50,000 bond issued in 1928, and the new library opened in 1930 in what is now Veteran’s Park.
Distinctively designed by renowned architect Lovell Bearse Pemberton, the library in Veterans Park was opened in July of 1930. A three-story building, the library combined both Spanish and Dutch colonial styles with arched windows and gables on its north and south wings. Art Deco moldings decorated the front façade, and graceful arched windows were set in almost every wall to allow visitors unrestrained views of the bay.
Redondo Beach’s Historic Library: The Jewel of Veterans Park
Built on the Esplanade to the right of a Moreton Bay Fig Tree, which still stands today and is itself a registered landmark, is the 11,400 square foot historic building contains a ballroom, mezzanine, fully equipped catering kitchen, two getting ready suites, restrooms, elevator and storage area.
The library’s architecture and beautiful location secured it a place on the National Register of Historic Places in May 1981. After serving as Redondo’s main library for sixty years, the historic library closed in July of 1991. The Veterans Park Library Building was internally remodeled and opened in 1996 for special events. After being shuttered closed for over 5 years, in 2025 the operation of the Redondo Beach Historic Library went to MBM Hospitality and Made by Meg Catering for renovations and a grand reopening for private events.
South Bay History: Railways and Red Cars Leading To Redondo Beach
The Santa Fe Railway line was the first railroad to carry passengers to Redondo’s waterfront when it opened in 1888, and in Redondo Railway’s passenger trains made the trip to Redondo’s growing tourist/entertainment district faster and became an immediate success soon after launch.
The Pacific Electric Railway’s Red Car line connecting Redondo Beach to Los Angeles made the coastal city more accessible, playing a vital role in the development of Redondo Beach as a destination, contributing to its growth and popularity in the early 20th century.
The Red Car trolley service remained active until 1961, when it was replaced by buses and the tracks were removed.
Exclusive Cuisine
Our bespoke catering experiences with Made by Meg Catering confidently blends customization with premier quality and hospitality. Delicious cuisine is at the core of every Redondo Beach Historic Library event. We seek to entertain guests with flavor and hospitality starting from their first drink with views of the sparkling Pacific Ocean and pier, enticing them to savor the moment with our carefully crafted food and beverage offerings. Contact us for more information on our fully customizable menus for a variety of cuisines and service styles to best fit your event flow!
Founded in 2007 by Chef Meg Walker, Made by Meg Catering is based in Torrance, CA. Specializing in seasonal cuisine and an unprecedented caliber of service, Made by Meg has grown to become the premier chef-driven catering company in Southern California, catering over 750 events each year and employing over 150 people. Our team thrives on exceeding expectations, and we like to say Made by Meg is who the foodies call!
CHEF MEG WALKER
Chef Meg started her professional life as a Financial Advisor with Merrill Lynch and Smith Barney. After five years in finance, Meg chose to pursue her passion for cooking.
She attended Le Cordon Bleu in Pasadena, CA at night and worked the stock markets during the day. Being a constant on the President’s honor roll throughout her training, she was honored to work in a Michelin Star kitchen in Los Angeles, Ortolan, with famed Chef Owner, Christophe Eme. In 2007, Meg started Made by Meg to a warm welcome from friends to former clients.
A Los Angeles Times contributing writer, Meg is a native to Manhattan Beach, CA and a Villanova Graduate. Meg and her husband, Anthony, live in Palos Verdes Estates with their two daughters, Eve and Sloane, their dog, Tiger, and a feisty black cat, Snack.
Follow RBHL on Instagram!
For anyone looking to book celebrations for this summer, our available Summer 2026 weekend dates include:
☀️ Saturdays: 7/25, 8/1, 8/15, 8/22, 8/29, 9/5, 9/12, 9/19
☀️ Sundays: 8/2, 8/9, 8/16, 8/23, 8/30, 9/6, 9/13, 9/20/26
Contact us for venue availability for Fall 2026-2027! 🗓️ Our 2028 calendar will be released on June 14th, 2026.
We’ve booked our first 4 events for RBHL for this July, and we could not be more excited to be OPEN in just 2 months!
@amelialyonphoto #summervenuedates #rbhl #redondobeachhistoriclibrary
Enjoying the ocean breeze in Redondo Beach’s Veterans Park, ready for our power wash & fresh paint! 🌊🌬️💨🌳🍃
#rbhl #redondobeachhistoriclibrary #oceanbreeze #oceanfrontvenue
Follow along for beachfront RBHL renovation updates! 🌊 New windows are in, power washing & exterior paint within the next 2 weeks! 🤩👩🏻🎨🧼
The three L’s of real estate:
Location: Beachfront property.
Location: In a park with large trees.
Location: Right off Redondo Beach Pier.
Luckily for us, Redondo Beach Historic Library has all 3! Contact us to learn more about booking our oceanfront property for your next event.
#LocationLocationLocation #rbhl #beachfrontvenue #redondobeachhistoriclibrary
Update! Since this video on the @curatecalifornia_ tour, we’re excited to share that the exterior stucco has been repaired + all brand new windows are in + total roof replacement has been completed. ✅✅✅ We are making great progress on renovations to RBHL, and next up, a fresh coat of paint is on its way!
🎥 Video by @peachymoments.co
#rbhl #redondobeachhistoriclibrary
Fun Fact Friday! 🥳 Did you know the Redondo Beach Historic Library / Veterans Park Library Building at 309 Esplanade was the library for the city of Redondo Beach from July 1930 to July 1991 before being transformed into an event space? Although it says Public Library on the front of the building, this is not to be confused with the Redondo Beach Public Library on Pacific Coast Highway.
✅ Our Event Venue (in Veterans Park): 309 Esplanade, Redondo Beach, CA
✖️ Not Our Venue (Active Library): 303 N Pacific Coast Hwy, Redondo Beach, CA
Photos by: @amelialyonphoto
#FunFacts #RedondoBeachHistory #RedondoBeachHistoricLibrary
We are honored & humbled from the multiple nominations for @californiaweddingday’s Best of 2026, including Best Indoor Venue for Redondo Beach Historic Library and Best Overall Wedding Professional for our very own Meg Walker. 😍 🥂 Thank you to everyone who voted for us for both the “Best Overall Wedding Professional” and the “Best Indoor Venue” in the Los Angeles region for round 1, we couldn’t have done it without you! 🤍
If you’re a wedding industry professional, round 2 voting ends tomorrow, February 27. 🔗 Click the link in our bio to submit your final vote, and congratulations to all the finalists!
#CWDBestOf #CaliforniaWeddingDay #LosAngelesWedding #CAWeddingDay
If you’re looking for a historic venue for your event, we are excited to share a bit more about our progress at the Redondo Beach Historic Library. ❤️ Renovations are underway, and we are ramping up to begin hosting events this Summer 2026. ☀️🌊 Contact us for the latest availability & grand-opening pricing!
📸 Photos from the Upper Mezzanine by @AmeliaLyonPhoto on @CurateCalifornia_ Venue Tour
#RedondoBeachHistoricLibrary #Mezzanine