Jacksonville Public Library
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Jacksonville Public Library - Downtown is an elegant event space in Jacksonville, Florida, that offers modern amenities and a friendly staff. Whether you need an event space that’s more fluid or one with fixed seating, you’re sure to find something to your liking here.
Facilities and Capacity
With eight event spaces, you choose what suits your needs; if that means that you need a spot to host 500 people, the Jacksonville Public Library - Downtown has you covered. With a total of 20,000 square feet, there are both indoor and uncovered outdoor settings to host your one-of-a-kind celebration. The Atrium is a perfect pick, as it offers various meeting rooms, courtyards and other appropriate settings for celebrations. There also are storage and dressing rooms available for booking, to make things easy for you and your-spouse-to be. The state-of-the-art conference rooms host smaller groups, making them great for occasions like an engagement party or bridal shower (which likely would draw smaller crowds when compared to your wedding reception).
Services Offered
Detail-oriented planners at Jacksonville Public Library - Downtown will coordinate elements for engagement parties, bridal showers as well as wedding ceremonies and receptions. There are four wedding-focused packages, each hitting a different price point and offering something more at the higher tiers (for example, the Emerald package covers event space, dressing and storage rooms, and an LED uplighting service). Some of their services include:
- Lighting/sound
- Cleanup
- Setup
- Liability insurance
- Bridal suite
Cuisine
Jacksonville Public Library - Downtown permits clients to have alcohol at their private events, but it’s to be served in designated areas only. Happy couples may drop off food and alcohol within a set timeframe leading up to the big day.
Location
The Jacksonville Public Library - Downtown staff knows you want to have a great time, but they do ask that you please refrain from decorations that are not free-standing (and not approved); prohibited items include rose petals, confetti, open flames, items with metallic glitter and bubble, fog or smoke machines. The venue offers parking and is a wheelchair-accessible location.
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Jacksonville Public Library frequently asked questions
What items and services are included in the starting site fee at Jacksonville Public Library?
- Bridal Suite
- Chairs
- Clean Up
- Lighting/Sound
- Set Up
- Tables
What are the most important characteristics of Jacksonville Public Library in terms of venue type, style and location?
- Ballroom
- Banquet Hall
- Garden
- Government Building
- Rooftop
What kind of indoor/outdoor options are available at Jacksonville Public Library for wedding events?
- Indoor
- Uncovered Outdoor
What kind of wedding events does Jacksonville Public Library offer?
- Ceremony
- Reception
- Bridal Shower
- Engagement Party
- Rehearsal Dinner
What services does Jacksonville Public Library offer for wedding events?
- Clean Up
- Event Rentals
- Get Ready Rooms
- Liability Insurance
- Lighting / Sound
- Set Up
- Wifi
What furniture and decorations does Jacksonville Public Library have available for wedding events?
- Audio Equipment
- Chairs
- Furniture
- Lighting
- Tables
What percentage of users recommend Jacksonville Public Library and which are the most valued aspects of their wedding services?