The architecturally-stunning McNamara Alumni Center is a modern and sophisticated setting for wedding celebrations. Designed to reflect the Minnesota landscape, the venue boasts interiors of wood, water and copper. This popular special event venue has 2 zones for large and small wedding celebrations:

• Memorial Hall is a gorgeous backdrop for large wedding receptions — 150 to 400 guests. This unique room is lined with 7 miles of hemlock wood and boasts a 150-foot long water feature, ample natural light and a height of 90 feet. It accommodates wedding ceremonies, too.
• Our University Hall wedding package includes three rooms and a private patio. It is a lovely setting for small wedding receptions with a full wall of windows to let in natural light. University Hall accommodates celebrations for 100 to 150 guests and can also accommodate wedding ceremonies.

Other benefits to choosing McNamara for your wedding celebration:

• Located on the University of Minnesota Minneapolis campus with very easy access off Interstates 35W and 94
• Adjacent 500-car parking ramp, connected by tunnel
• Twin Cities most awarded caterer D’Amico Catering is onsite
• Adjacent Graduate Minneapolis Hotel with 300 sleeping rooms and tunnel connection to McNamara
• Beautiful outdoor space for photo opportunities including landscaped plaza and water features

We make pricing easy! Our bundled all-inclusive packages include:

• 7 hr rental with room access 3 hours prior
• 1 hr ceremony rehearsal (if held at McNamara)
• Built-in terrazzo dance floor
• Custom set-up of tables and chairs
• Microphones for readings, toasts; house music with 20 channels; audio connection for custom playlist
• Wedding party room
• 2 parking spaces at the building’s entrance
• Storage the day before
• On-site event staff

Contact our sales team at macevents@umn.edu or 612-624-9831 to inquire about availability, put a date on hold or to schedule a tour.