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Located in the heart of the Historic District, Charleston’s premier art museum offers a setting rich with history and charm for unforgettable events.
The Gibbes’ Beaux Arts building boasts impressive architectural details and unique spaces with soaring ceilings. Exchange wedding vows under the opulent Tiffany-style art glass dome in the rotunda gallery or host your soiree in the classical garden. This exceptional Charleston venue is perfect for locals and visitors alike and will transform your private event into a one-of-a-kind celebration.
For weddings, corporate parties, and social events
Whether you exchange wedding vows under the opulent Tiffany-style art glass dome in the rotunda gallery, host a corporate soiree in the classical garden, or plan an exclusive viewing of a special exhibition, you’ll give guests a once-in-a-lifetime experience in one of Charleston’s most beautiful spaces.
SPRING/Fall Pricing
| Event Space | During Museum Hours** | After Hours Mon-Thurs | After Hours Friday & Sunday | After Hours Saturday |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Second Floor Galleries, Rotunda, Reception and Lecture Halls & Garden | N/A | $6,500 | $8,500 | $10,500 |
| Reception and Lecture Halls & Garden |
Mon - Thurs ($3,500) Fri & Sun ($4,000) Sat ($4,500) |
$5,500 | $7,500 | $9,000 |
| Second Floor Galleries, Rotunda, Reception & Lecture Halls | N/A | $5,000 | $7,000 | $8,000 |
| Reception and Lecture Halls |
Mon - Thurs ($3,500) Fri & Sun ($4,000) Sat ($4,500) |
$3,500 | $4,500 | $6,500 |
| Lecture Halls | $150 Hourly | |||
| Classrooms | $75 hourly |
Winter / Summer Pricing
| Event Space | During Museum Hours** | After Hours Mon-Thurs | After Hours Friday & Sunday | After Hours Saturday |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Second Floor Galleries, Rotunda, Reception and Lecture Halls & Garden | N/A | $5,625 | $7,000 | $8,500 |
| Reception and Lecture Halls & Garden |
Mon - Thurs ($3,500) Fri & Sun ($4,000) Sat ($4,500) |
$4,875 | $6,250 | $7,500 |
| Second Floor Galleries, Rotunda, Reception & Lecture Halls | N/A | $4,125 | $5,250 | $6,000 |
| Reception and Lecture Halls |
Mon - Thurs ($1,500) Fri & Sun ($2,000) Sat ($2,500) |
$3,750 | $4,500 | $5,250 |
| Lecture Halls | $150 Hourly | |||
| Classrooms | $75 Hourly |
We are pleased to offer non-profits a 15% discount on all above pricing except for Lecture Hall and Classroom hourly rates.
*Pricing is subject to change. All events are based on a 4-hour event, not including set up and breakdown with $500 for each additional hour.
Floorplans & Capacities
| Event Space | Square Feet | Max Capacity |
|---|---|---|
| Classrooms and Studios: | 480 each | 25 per classroom/studio |
| Reception and Lecture Halls: Download | 2,925 |
150 Lecture-style seating 200 cocktail 170 table seating |
| Rotunda: Download | 1,345 |
140 lecture-style seating 150 cocktail 70 table seating |
| Garden: Download | 8,448 |
350 seated 500 cocktail |
*Capacity subject to change depending on event set up
Contact Us
For more information, please contact our Special Events Assistant Lucy Johnson at [email protected] or 843.722.2706 x219.