Facility Rental
An ideal location for your special event.
The Blowing Rock Art & History Museum offers an amazing venue for hosting your wedding day or special event.
For Weddings
Exchange your most sacred vows on the elegant dark wood staircase in the museum atrium, the sky high ceilings creating a dramatic backdrop for sealing the deal. For a more traditional reception, take advantage of the Alexander Community Gallery, a large space boasting a tastefully neutral color palette, expansive windows, and contemporary decor complemented by the timelessly elegant wood columns and beams.
For more information
CONTACT
Sharon Caldwell, Office Manager, officemanager@blowingrockmuseum.org
PLEASE NOTE:
Rentals are scheduled when the museum is closed to the public.
Quotes for day-time, during-museum-hours events are available by inquiry only, and are allowed on a limited basis.
Spaces Available
Atrium/Cannon
Size: 1,900 sq. ft.
Seating Capacity (w/ 5’ round tables): 30-40
Theatre-Style Capacity: 50
Standing Capacity: 75
Best for: Cocktail parties, private dinners, small receptions, wedding ceremonies
Community Meeting Room/Alexander Community Gallery
Size: 450 sq. ft.
Seating Capacity (w/ 5’ round tables): 60 - 80
Theatre-Style Capacity: 100
Standing Capacity: 150
Best for: Meetings, private dinners, conferences, bridal/baby shower, rehearsal dinners, wedding receptions or ceremonies
Community Meeting Room + added Balcony Space
Size: 450+ sq. ft.
Seating Capacity (w/ 5’ round tables): 60 - 80
Theatre-Style Capacity: 100
Standing Capacity: 200
Best for: Meetings, private dinners, conferences, bridal/baby shower, rehearsal dinners, wedding receptions or ceremonies
Facility Rental Details
All Packages Include the following:
5 hours of rental including setup and cleanup
Staff
Use of our tables & chairs
Ability to bring in a caterer (from our approved caterers list)
Ability to bring in a band (contingent upon approval of the museum)
Ability to use Audio-Visual equipment (available in the Community Meeting Room only)
Gallery access (no food or drinks allowed within the gallery spaces)
*After-hours and weekend rental packages
What's not included:
Food & cost of alcohol. (A list of approved caterers can be provided)
Serving ware, plates, utensils, napkins, glassware
Decorations
Dancefloor
Linens
Private parties are available for a base rental rate of $2,000 with additional costs for staffing, gallery usage, bar use, etc.
Daytime meeting rentals (during regular business hours) for non-profit, corporate, and government groups are available at a reduced rate.
House Rules
The rental of the museum and its facilities are reserved for members at the $150 level (Friend level) and above. Non-members have the option of becoming a Member or giving a minimum donation of $150 to BRAHM.
Galleries can be opened for a portion of your event, although food and beverages are not permitted within the gallery spaces.
While photography is permitted in some museum spaces, photography and videography restrictions vary from exhibit to exhibit. Flash photography is not permitted.
Small bands and dancing are allowed with prior approval.
Rentals are scheduled when the museum is closed to the public.
Quotes for day-time, during hours events are available by inquiry only, and are allowed on a limited basis.
Facility Rental FAQ
+ Who can rent BRAHM facilities?
Rentals are available to BRAHM members at the $150 level (Friend level) and above. Non-members have the option of becoming a Member or giving a minimum donation of $150 to BRAHM. Non-profits, civic organizations, local government entities, corporations, businesses, and private individuals may rent space(s) at BRAHM.
+What spaces are available for parties and receptions?
Please refer to the space descriptions found above. Please note: No food or drink can be brought into the galleries.
+How many people can the Museum accommodate?
For a seated meal, the Community Meeting Room can accommodate up to 80 guests. For a standing reception, the Community Meeting Room and Upper Level Atrium can accommodate up to 125 guests. Please refer to the space descriptions found above for more details on the number of guests each room can hold.
+When can my event take place?
Facility rentals are scheduled when the Museum is closed to the public. Exceptions include an event by a non-profit, civic organization or local government entity during the week.
+Does the Museum provide catering services, or are we required to use a specific caterer?
The Museum does not cater events. A list of our approved caterers can be provided upon request.
+What equipment is included in the facility rental price quote? Who sets up for my event?
Up to 10 6-foot rectangular tables, up to 10 5-foot round tables, up to 6 Charleston Forge café tables, and up to 200 padded conference chairs are available. The setup and breakdown of all tables and chairs is included in the base rental flat-rate. Minimal decorating is possible with prior approval. All decorations are to be provided and handled by the renter.
+What equipment is not included in the preliminary facility rental price quote?
The Museum does not provide linens, silverware, plates, glassware, serving ware, dancefloor, or decorations for rental events. If your caterer is unable to provide these items, there are several party rental services in the area.
+What are options for hosting a bar at my event?
BRAHM’s beverage license requires that all alcohol consumed on Museum premises be purchased by the museum and served by trained staff members. Additional information about hosting a bar is available upon request.