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Located in Davenport, Iowa, Figge Art Museum is a wedding venue and cultural center. The museum's aim is to enrich the local community by providing access to art, education, and preservation. This facility is situated between Des Moines and Chicago and is nestled along the banks of the Mississippi River. With a convenient and stunning location, this venue provides a memorable backdrop to wedding celebrations.

Facilities and Capacity

Figge Art Museum was originally the Davenport Municipal Art Gallery that was established in 1925. It features a glass building that was designed by architect David Chipperfield. Over the years, the building expanded its collections and offerings to the community. Inside, there are a number of settings that can suit weddings and other events. They include the Grand Lobby, which has an open floor plan and a contemporary look. It is suitable for events with up to 200 seated guests. The dining room and bar may also be used for special occasions and can accommodate up to 70 seated attendees. Other event spaces include the John Deere Auditorium at the Figge, the Mary Waterman Gildehaus Community Gallery, and the Nobis Boardroom Suite.

Services & Offerings

We provide up to 20 round tables or a combination of rounds and banquet tables, all chairs, all food tables, up to 8 cocktail tables and glass barware for all indoor events. Our Signature Wedding Package also includes all floor length linens, professional guidance by a Certified Wedding Planner, museum gallery access, a year membership to the Figge Art Museum, custom floor plans, and much more. Catering for events at the Figge Art Museum is now more flexible than ever. We have an open catering policy that allows couples to choose their preferred caterer to make your wedding day or event truly authentic to your vision.

Ehance your cocktail hour with docent-led tours through the galleries, allowing guests to enjoy the exhibitions and collections. Creativity workshops can be arranged as well, helping to make the event extra memorable. In addition, the Museum Shop can provide gift and favor solutions.

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Frequently asked questions

Do you have a site fee for wedding receptions at your venue?

Yes

What is the starting site fee for wedding receptions during peak season?

$5,000

What is the starting site fee for wedding receptions during off-peak season?

$5,000

Do you have a site fee for wedding ceremonies at your venue?

No

Which of the following are included in starting site fee?

Chairs
Clean Up
Glassware
Linens
Parking
Set Up
Tables

What is the starting price per person for bar service?

$15

Which of the following are included in the starting price for bar service?

Bartender(s)
Champagne Toast
House Beer
House Liquor
House Wine
Limited Bar
Open Bar
Premium Liquor
Signature Drink
Specialty Beer
Specialty Wine

What is the minimum number of guests required to book your venue?

5

How many event spaces or rooms does your venue offer?

Two for Weddings

Describe your venue:

Art Gallery
Museum

What kind of settings are available?

Indoor
Covered Outdoor
Uncovered Outdoor

Which of the following wedding events does your venue service?

Ceremony
Reception
Bridal Shower
Engagement Party
Elopements
Rehearsal Dinner

What event services do you offer?

Bar Services
Catering Services
Event Planner
Event Rentals
Liability Insurance
Outside Vendors
Wifi

What bar services do you provide?

Bartender(s)
Cash Bar
Champagne Toast
House Beer
House Liquor
House Wine
Limited Bar
Liquor License
Open Bar
Premium Liquor
Signature Drink
Specialty Beer
Specialty Wine

What event items are available?

Audio Equipment
Chairs
Chair Covers
Furniture
Tables

What food and beverage items are available?

Barware
China
Flatware
Glassware
Linens

What transportation and access is available?

Parking
Wheelchair Access

What months are included in your peak season?

March
April
May
June
July
August
September
October
November

What months are included in your off-peak season?

January
February
December

Reviews of Figge Art Museum

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User2398727 Sent on 10/29/2015
4.9 out of 5 rating
The Figge is a stunning venue and surprisingly affordable. The tall ceilings and ever changing artwork make an effortlessly beautiful venue. Bonus: this venue comes with in-house catering and the chef is amazing! We got many compliments on the food and Chef Steve worked hard to accomodate off-menu requests such as an apple cider bar with doughnut holes and a custom vegetarian dish. You have to purchase alcohol through the Figge's vendors, but we were able to get kegs from Bent River, so no complaints there!
Stephanie
Stephanie Sent on 03/25/2025
5 out of 5 rating

Simply the best day ever!

I can't say enough about our wedding day at the Figge Art Museum! It is such a beautiful venue. From the time that we booked and through wedding day Josie and her team at the Figge were AMAZING! We were able to choose our caterer, our guests were able to actually go into the galleries during cocktail hour, and Josie was so flexible with us and really cared that we had the best day ever. She even coordinated our grand entrance, which was so helpful. The signature cocktails were a huge hit, too. If you're looking for a modern, beautiful, and unique venue, the Figge is incredible. Thank you for making our day stress-free and for going above and beyond for our wedding.
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User1971715 Sent on 07/23/2015
5 out of 5 rating
My husband and I held our wedding reception at the Figge Art Museum and have nothing but praise for Dave, Dave and all their staff. They worked beautifully with the other vendors we hired, set up and tore down everything for my family, leaving only the loading of the decorations into the vehicles for us. The food was AMAZING and they even prepared extra food for my husband and I to eat later on! Dave worked so well with us as we were planning this wedding from 200 miles away. He responded to emails and made sure everything ran smoothly. I would highly recommend this venue to any bride that is looking to have their reception in the Quad Cities. It was worth every penny we spent.
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Figge Art Museum frequently asked questions

Figge Art Museum includes the following items and services for wedding events in its starting site fee:
  • Chairs
  • Clean Up
  • Glassware
  • Linens
  • Parking
  • Set Up
  • Tables
The bar service starting price at Figge Art Museum includes:
  • Bartender(s)
  • Champagne Toast
  • House Beer
  • House Liquor
  • House Wine
  • Limited Bar
  • Open Bar
  • Premium Liquor
  • Signature Drink
  • Specialty Beer
  • Specialty Wine
The space offered by Figge Art Museum for wedding events is known for:
  • Art Gallery
  • Museum
Figge Art Museum offers the following indoor/outdoor options for weddings:
  • Indoor
  • Covered Outdoor
  • Uncovered Outdoor
Figge Art Museum offers the following types of wedding events:
  • Ceremony
  • Reception
  • Bridal Shower
  • Engagement Party
  • Elopements
  • Rehearsal Dinner
Figge Art Museum offers the following services for wedding events:
  • Bar Services
  • Catering Services
  • Event Planner
  • Event Rentals
  • Liability Insurance
  • Outside Vendors
  • Wifi
Figge Art Museum offers the following furniture and decor items for weddings:
  • Audio Equipment
  • Chairs
  • Chair Covers
  • Furniture
  • Tables
Figge Art Museum is recommended by 79% of couples who have used their services. Their overall rating is 3.9 out of 5 with the following breakdown: 4.1 in flexibility, 4 in value, 3.9 in quality of service, 3.9 in professionalism and 3.7 in average response time.

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