Watermen's Museum

Indoor and outdoor spaces, Valet parking

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Starting at $4,140 for 50 Guests

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Starting at $4k for 50 Guests
Starting at $4k for 50 Guests

Venue capacity

up to 400

Starting price

$4K to start

Peak Season

April-October

Services

Ceremony / Reception
Indoor / Outdoor

Watermen's Museum Overview

Voted as a Top Virginia Wedding Venue Since 2015! Located on the Yorktown, Virginia waterfront just upriver from the Riverwalk shopping and dining area, the Watermen’s Museum is the perfect location for your wedding. With a mission to demonstrate the role Chesapeake Bay Watermen, from pre-colonial to modern times, have played in the shaping of our nation, this venue provides a historical display of exhibits, crafts and methods of their trade. Your guests will love exploring the Museum as they celebrate your nuptials. The Carriage House with a deck overlooking the York River, the large Event Tent and Deck, the beautiful beach, and other areas of the grounds are available for your special wedding celebration. With so many options at this venue, there is something to suit every bride. With water views in almost every nook and cranny of this venue, you and your guests will enjoy breathtaking scenery throughout the celebration. Gather your family and friends at Watermen’s Museum for a memorable and blissful wedding day.

Venue Notes

The rental fee is $2,000 for the Beach, Carriage House and Events Tent area includes 5 hours of event time excluding set up and clean up time. The fee for a Beach ceremony ONLY is $800. Additional hours can be arranged for a fee, please inquire with venue for specific details. A refundable security deposit of $500 is required. Please note, Set-up start time is flexible on weekends, inquire with venue for specific details. Discounts available for active-duty armed force members and museum members. Outside catering is allowed with an additional fee of $200.

Amenities And Requirements

Amenities

Day-of coordinator
Full kitchen facilities
Outdoor lighting
Parking can be arranged
Sound system included
Tables and chairs included up to 40 guests
Wedding planning services

Requirements

- Alcohol must be served by licensed bartender/caterer- Amplified music OK indoors and outdoors- BYO alcohol- Choose from a list for catering- General liability insurance required- Music must end by 10:00PM- No rice, birdseed, confetti, etc.- Smoking outside only