Imagine an evening of lively conversation with friends, family or clients along with good food, spirits and music set in a century-old French chapel or in a large garden under grand trees. Here, hidden away in the heart of downtown San Antonio, is a tranquil oasis on the banks of the romantic San Antonio River. For generations of South Texans, the beautiful, historic facilities at the Southwest School of Art & Craft have provided the perfect setting for parties, weddings, dinners, and other social gatherings.

• The Coates Chapel and Gardens – Two beautifully landscaped gardens and a gothic chapel with soaring ceilings attract those seeking an authentic San Antonio experience at the venerable Ursuline Campus, listed on the National Register of Historic Places. This dramatic setting offers elegant, spacious interiors along with picturesque outdoor spaces perfect for banquets, social and business gatherings and special occasions.
• The Navarro Campus – Offers a more contemporary, artistic atmosphere, adjacent to the art school's large exhibition spaces. This location is ideal for conferences, business meetings and receptions, seminars and company training sessions.

Site visits prior to making a reservation are highly recommended. So popular are our historic gardens and buildings, in fact, that early reservations are strongly suggested.

To learn more about our rental rates, policies, list of approved caterers or to read our rental FAQs, click here.

If you have additional questions, want more information or would like to check date(s) for availability, please contact the Rentals Manager at 210.224.1848 ext. 311 or e-mail rental@swschool.org.

With stairs leading down to a river landing, the flagstone paving of the First Academy gardens accommodates a wide variety of social entertainment options, within an overarching sense of gracefulness and serenity.

The Coates chapel, set for a banquet. Social as well as business groups find the spacious interior of the gothic chapel a special setting.