Crystal Bridges Museum of American Art

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All-inclusive venue

The venue takes care of it all - food and beverage, rentals, the works!

Full wedding (ceremony and reception) pricing

Starting at $20,000

Catering services pricing

$100 per person for off-peak dates, with a minimum total spend of $15,000

Guest capacity

Up to 350 seated guests



About this venue

At Crystal Bridges we unite the power of art with the beauty of nature and incorporate both into your special day. We craft the Wedding Day based on your vision featuring our world-class architecture; delicious, seasonal menus; and the unreasonable hospitality of our Event Staff.


Our event spaces

Eleven

A truly one-of-a-kind experience that both you and your guests will remember forever.

Eleven is our in-house restaurant and a perfect location for large Wedding Receptions or Galas. Featuring views of the entire museum and Jeff Koon's "Hanging Heart" make for an unforgettable evening.

Guest capacity

Up to 350 Seated

Up to 450 Standing

Ideal for

Wedding reception, Rehearsal dinner

Guests often feel this space is

“Luxurious and chic”

Room cost

$10,000 Evening Rental Fee; must be outside Museum Hours

Great Hall

Versatile space providing views of the Natural Beauty and striking Architecture of the Museum.

With floor-to-ceiling windows overlooking the water and the rest of the museum, it creates an elevated and intimate vibe. Perfect for either your Ceremony or Reception.

Guest capacity

50-200 Seated

Up to 300 Standing

Ideal for

Wedding ceremony, Wedding reception, Rehearsal dinner

Guests often feel this space is

“Luxurious and chic”

Room cost

$8,000 Evening Rental Fee

Eleven

A truly one-of-a-kind experience that both you and your guests will remember forever.

Eleven is our in-house restaurant and a perfect location for large Wedding Receptions or Galas. Featuring views of the entire museum and Jeff Koon's "Hanging Heart" make for an unforgettable evening.

Guest capacity

Up to 350 Seated

Up to 450 Standing

Ideal for

Wedding reception, Rehearsal dinner

Guests often feel this space is

“Luxurious and chic”

Room cost

$10,000 Evening Rental Fee; must be outside Museum Hours

Great Hall

Versatile space providing views of the Natural Beauty and striking Architecture of the Museum.

With floor-to-ceiling windows overlooking the water and the rest of the museum, it creates an elevated and intimate vibe. Perfect for either your Ceremony or Reception.

Guest capacity

50-200 Seated

Up to 300 Standing

Ideal for

Wedding ceremony, Wedding reception, Rehearsal dinner

Guests often feel this space is

“Luxurious and chic”

Room cost

$8,000 Evening Rental Fee


Available services that can be provided by Crystal Bridges Museum of American Art

Services & amenities

  • Bar services
  • Catering services
  • Clean up
  • Dressing room / Bridal Suite
  • Event coordinator
  • Event staff
  • Lighting/Sound
  • Service staff
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Wifi

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Yes, guests will have access to our Main Parking Deck with over 175 Spaces for no additional cost. Satellite Lots are available if needed as well.
No. Our in-house Catering Team will handle all Food and Beverage Service - including alcohol.
Yes, all our facilities are wheelchair accessible.
In order to host at Crystal Bridges, we do require you hire a full-service Wedding Planner. The Planner must be booked within (60) Days of the Contract Signature date and subject to approval. We can also provide a Preferred Vendors list featuring Planners we work with consistently.
Our standard Wedding Timeframe is from 5:30 p.m. - 11:30 p.m. on Saturdays and Sundays. This includes both Ceremony and Reception. We do allow vendor drop-off and load-in (pending availability) starting at 8:00 a.m. on the day of your wedding. Any Rental Items, Decor, etc. must be removed immediately following the event. We do offer a (1) Hour Extension - until 12:30 a.m. - for an additional Fee of $1,500.00.
Yes, your Wedding Event includes all-day access to (2) get ready spaces in the Museum.
We provide our in-house inventory of tables and chairs for Indoor locations. However, many guests choose to bring in their own furniture. If hosting an Outdoor Ceremony, you will be required to rent chairs. We are happy to share our Preferred Vendor List with options who are familiar with our venue and policies.
Absolutely! We operate (3) Venues - Crystal Bridges, the Momentary & Heartland Whole Health Institute. Each contains multiple spaces and has its own vibe depending on your style. We are happy to explore the available options and host your entire wedding weekend.
Any decor requests must be shared and approved through your assigned Event Coordinator. We do NOT allow the following under any circumstances: - Candles, matches, or flames of any kind - Glitter or Confetti - Feathers, boas, or shedding materials - Bird Seed - Helium Balloons - Fog or Smoke Machines - Aerosol Spray (AKA Silly String or similar products) - Water Guns - Bubbles - Air Horns - Projectiles of any kind - Dry Ice
Our in-house Team handles all Food & Beverage needs (including Alcohol) for your event. We offer numerous types of service including Appetizers, Buffet, Plated, Chef Stations, Late Night Snacks, Desserts, and more. We also have multiple options for your Bar Service including Open Bar (Host pays), Cash Bar (Guests pay), and we also have hourly Bar Packages as well.
Of course! Our Chefs can work directly with you to create a one-of-a-kind menu that your guests won't forget. Pricing starts at $150.00/Guest and can increase depending on specific selections.
Yes, our standard menu offers Vegetarian, Vegan, Gluten Free, and Dairy Free options. We can also customize meals based on specific requests as needed. If we are not able to provide meals that meet your dietary needs, we can partner with External Caterers. Our Staff will coordinate with the External Team and handle Service of those meals for a fee to cover Labor.
Absolutely! Your Wedding includes a complimentary Tasting for up to (2) Guests. The Tasting must be scheduled more than (30) Days prior to your Wedding. (2) Additional Guests can be added to the tasting for a Fee.
Cake Cutting for up to (300) Guests is included with your Event. Includes cutting, plates, flatware, and service. If you require service for more than (300) Guests, additional fees may apply for rented equipment.
Crystal Bridges does not bake cakes on-site. We do allow your cake to be outsourced, and we have a list of Preferred Vendors that can be shared.
Our Event Spaces are not active Galleries so there are no restrictions in place during your Ceremony or Reception. Photography is limited in any Exhibition Gallery Spaces due to the artwork displayed. Gallery photos cannot use flash or additional equipment/setup. Commercial use of Museum photography is not permitted without prior approval.
We require (2) items to confirm your Wedding Date and Details: 1. A signed Facility Use Agreement 2. Deposit Payment in the amount of your Rental Fee We send both of those via email so it's quick and easy to complete a digital signature and Credit Card Payment. We do accept payments via check as well, and that can be arranged with your Sales Manager.
Any charges are subject to the applicable local, state, and national taxes. A 22% Service Charge is applied to the amount of your Rental Fee(s) and all food and beverage costs.
- (6) Months or Less - No Refund will be issued - 6-9 Months (181-270 Days) - 50% of the Deposit Payment may be refunded - 9-12 Months (271-365 Days) - 75% of the Deposit Payment may be refunded - More than (12) Months or (366) Days - 100% of the Deposit Payment may be refunded
The Guaranteed Guest Count is due at least (30) Days prior to your event. At that time, your Count cannot be decreased but may be increased up to 10%. Increases larger than 10% within this timeframe are subject to availability and subject to additional Fees.