Wedding Rental Fees
Basic Rental Fees, which include
- site rental for up to 250 guests
- use of grounds for photography
- staffing charge
- tax-deductible donation to the Museum’s programs
- 90-minute rehearsal
Prices Effective September 1, 2011
Peak Rates: April 1 – October 31
| Saturday | Other Days | |
| Ceremony Only (2 hours, weekend daytime only) | $950 | $950 |
| Ceremony and Reception (6 hours) | $4,000 | $3,200 |
| Reception Only (5 hours) | $3,700 | $2,900 |
Off-Peak Rates: November 1 – March 31
| Saturday | Other Days | |
| Ceremony Only (2 hours, weekend daytime only) | $850 | $850 |
| Ceremony and Reception (6 hours) | $2,900 | $2,500 |
| Reception Only (5 hours) | $2,500 | $1,900 |
Deposits:
- Non-refundable Booking Deposit (required to secure your date): $1500 (peak) / $1000 (off-peak) for Ceremony and Reception or Reception Only; $500 (peak) / $350 (off-peak) for Ceremony Only. This amount constitutes a tax-deductible donation to the Museum’s programs and entitles you to a Museum Membership (lifetime for $1500, one year for $500). It is applied to the Basic Rental Fees.
- Security Deposit: $1500 for Ceremony and Reception or Reception Only; $1000 for Ceremony Only. Refundable if property is left clean and undamaged.
- Liability Insurance: A Certificate of Liability Insurance and General Policy Endorsement with evidence of $1 million limits must be filed with the rental manager 90 days prior to the event.
Additional Fees:
- $150 for each 100 additional guests (over 250). This amount is not prorated.
- $150 for additional 1-hour photo session
- $500 per hour for additional reception time (not to exceed standard closing time for venue)
Other Information:
- For facility use agreements entered into after October 1, 2009, catering will be provided by Country Garden Caterers only; party rentals will be provided by Signature Party Rentals only. See our Preferred Vendors page for more information.
- Alcohol may be served on the premises by licensed catering company only.
- Venue closes at midnight on Friday and Saturday, 10:00 p.m. on other nights.
- Venue allows music or DJ until closing time.
- Large groups (over 250 people) require security guards at renters’ expense.
For non-wedding events, please call for pricing and requirements.
Have a date in mind? Check our Site Use Calendar to see if it’s available.
