A wedding ceremony and reception at the Senator John Heinz History Center can be truly historic! The nontraditional atmosphere, central location, exciting exhibitions, and professional staff all help to bring your vision to life and offer a unique experience for you, your family, and your friends. Our exclusive vendors, Common Plea Catering and Mosaic Linens enhance and elevate the site and taste of your event, making it a night you and your guests will never forget!

Facility & Capacity

The Heinz History Center offers stunning venues for Weddings and Receptions for couples and up to 325 of their guests! A variety of memorable venue spaces are available, including our 1st-floor Great Hall, 4th-floor Campbell Gallery, 5th-floor Mueller Center, and 6th-floor Library & Archives.

The 1st Floor Great Hall is the premiere Heinz History Center location. It is framed by vintage vehicles and features a two-story staircase, perfect for making your grand entrance, high, vaulted brick ceilings, and original steel beams.

The 4th Floor Campbell Gallery is a warm, intimate location for a cocktail hour with up to 220 guests. As the elevator doors open on the 4th floor, a Campbell Gallery guest will see the famous Klein's Restaurant neon sign hanging in the atrium to their right and a photo exhibit hung on brick walls around the room.

The 5th-floor Mueller Center is a beautifully appointed, contemporary ballroom featuring a wall of windows and a 15' x 135' outdoor deck with a gorgeous view of the river and a view of the downtown skyline.

The 6th-floor Library and Archives Reading Room is a perfect setting for a wedding ceremony, with seating for 10 to 250 guests. Original architectural elements that enhance the space include wooden beams, brick columns, and a glass wall with views of downtown.

Services Offered

Included in your Event Rental at the History Center:

• We coordinate weddings and Events from start to finish with our professional events team. This includes creating your timeline, custom floor plans, staging first looks, vendor coordination, placement of personal décor, cookie table organization, and multiple planning appointments.
• One-hour ceremony Rehearsal the day before the wedding, facilitated by your coordinator.
• You will have access to our Banquet equipment, including banquet chairs, easels, and a variety of tables: cocktail tables (high and low), rounds, square, rectangular, and metal café tables.
• Complimentary Bridal Rooms, 3 hours prior to event start
• Exclusive access for your guests to tour the museum during operating hours on your wedding day.
• Access to all museum exhibits for engagement photo sessions & wedding day photos.
• On-site, 24-hour Security Officer.

What You'll Love About Senator John Heinz History Center

Guests found the team to be professional and attentive to details. They are also organized, and the event planners will provide great assistance. Check out the review section for more information.