FAQ

What does the venue rental fee of the Renaissance Court include?

  • Use of the entire Renaissance Court including the adjacent Chapter House; no minimum guest number is required
  • Access to the Museum galleries surrounding the first level of the Museum
  • Bartender service for your event
  • Use and set up of the Museum’s inventory of tables and chairs in the Renaissance Court
  • Museum protective services staff
  • Coordination with our wedding consultant throughout your planning process
  • Our team of dedicated wedding professionals who will assist throughout your wedding day
  • Museum parking at no charge

What does the venue rental fee of the Museum Cafe include?

  • Use and set up of the existing inventory of tables and chairs
  • The adjacent outdoor Stoddard Goddard Courtyard with umbrella table seating
  • Lancaster Lobby for dancing
  • Coordination with our Museum wedding consultant throughout your planning process
  • Our team of dedicated wedding professionals who will assist throughout your wedding day
  • Museum parking at no charge
  • Museum galleries may be opened at an additional cost for your guests enjoyment

Do you offer any discounts?
We offer a 10% discount off the venue rental fee for Friday and Sunday receptions of non-holiday weekends.

What is the Museum’s capacity?

  • The Renaissance Court accommodates weddings of up to 120 guests for a seated dinner and up to 175 guests for a cocktail style event with partial seating

Is the Museum handicap accessible?
Yes, accessible entrances are located on Tuckerman Street via the Stoddard Garden Court and Salisbury Street entrance. All restrooms and the balcony level of the Renaissance Court are accessible via elevators.