New Britain Museum of American Art

Indoor and outdoor spaces, Upgraded rentals included, Rentals included

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Venue capacity

up to 150

Services

Ceremony / Reception
Indoor / Outdoor

New Britain Museum of American Art Overview

Looking for an alternative to traditional wedding venues? The New Britain Museum of American Art is a unique venue with multiple spaces to accommodate your wedding celebration. Especially suited for intimate gatherings, the museums cherry-paneled Stanley Works Center and the adjoining Café overlooks picturesque Walnut Hill Park through floor-to-ceiling windows. The charming park is a perfect location for you to exchange vows in the presence of family and friends. After the ceremony, you will pose for formal portraits while your guests can wander the Museum during cocktail hour and view one of the most magnificent collections of American art in the country. Reunite with guests for a plated dinner or buffet dinner in the Stanley Works Center. The center also makes a great space for a champagne and cocktail reception. Use the Café space for the bar area as well as for dancing and entertainment. Alternatively, cocktail receptions can flow freely throughout the galleries, allowing your guests to take full advantage of viewing the art while sipping their wine and dining on delicious hors d’oeuvres. The museum’s event staff is happy to help you plan the details of your special day.

Venue Notes

The rental fee is $3,500 for a ceremony and reception and includes 6 hours of event time excluding set up and clean up time. Additional hours can be arranged for a fee of $700/hr. Please note, museum is open to the public during the day, events start at 5:30 or later. There is a guest count minimum applied to all events.

Amenities And Requirements

Amenities

Bride's dressing area
Champagne toast
Day-of coordinator
Full kitchen facilities
Includes wine service with dinner
Linens, silverware, glassware provided
Outdoor lighting
Parking can be arranged
Security
Tables and chairs provided
Upgraded chairs
Venue set up and clean up
Votive candles
Wedding planning services

Requirements

- Alcohol must be provided by venue- All food and beverage handled by venue- Amplified music OK indoors and outdoors- Catering provided by venue- Food & beverage minimum- General liability insurance required- Music must end by 1:00AM- No rice, birdseed, confetti, etc.- Smoking outside only