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Reception
$6,500 starting price
Ceremony
$500 starting price
Bar service
$16.95 per person
Reception
$2,500 starting price
Ceremony
$500 starting price
Bar service
$16.95 per person

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About

On WeddingWire since 2009

Situated within Fairmount Park, Memorial Hall c. 1876 is a museum wedding venue located in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. This historic property dates back to America’s 1876 Centennial Exhibition, when it was constructed as an art gallery. Today, it is one of the flagship venues of Brûlée Catering and the home of the Please Touch Museum. The building is just 21 minutes from the Philadelphia Airport, making it conveniently accessible to locals and out-of-town guests alike.

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?

$6,500

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

$2,500

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

Yes

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

$500

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

$500

Which of the following are included in starting site fee?

Bridal Suite
Chairs
China
Clean Up
Flatware
Glassware
Linens
Parking
Set Up
Tables

Which of the following are included in the cost of wedding catering?

Cake Cutting
Dessert
Server(s)

What is the starting price per person for bar service?

$16.95

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

Bartender(s)
Champagne Toast
House Beer
House Liquor
House Wine
Open Bar
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Reviews of Memorial Hall c. 1876

4.9 out of 5 rating
4.9 out of 5 rating
43 Reviews
98% recommend it
  • Quality of service
    5 out of 5 rating
  • Average response time
    4.8 out of 5 rating
  • Professionalism
    5 out of 5 rating
  • Value
    4.8 out of 5 rating
  • Flexibility
    4.9 out of 5 rating
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The Please Touch Museum, also known as Memorial Hall, is highly recommended by multiple reviewers as a wedding venue. The venue is described as stunning and unique, with elements like a carousel adding to the fun and whimsical atmosphere. The Brûlée Catering team, including Lynnelle, is praised for their exceptional service and attention to detail. Guests rave about the delicious food and seamless execution of their weddings. Overall, the Please Touch Museum is highly recommended for couples looking for a memorable and elegant wedding venue.

Review summary

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This AI-generated summary gives you a snapshot of the overall ratings and feedback from the reviews this vendor has received.

The Please Touch Museum, also known as Memorial Hall, is highly recommended by multiple reviewers as a wedding venue. The venue is described as stunning and unique, with elements like a carousel adding to the fun and whimsical atmosphere. The Brûlée Catering team, including Lynnelle, is praised for their exceptional service and attention to detail. Guests rave about the delicious food and seamless execution of their weddings. Overall, the Please Touch Museum is highly recommended for couples looking for a memorable and elegant wedding venue.

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Katie M. Sent on 06/29/2023
5 out of 5 rating

I had the perfect Wedding at Memorial Hall

I cannot say enough amazing things about my wedding at Memorial Hall aka The Please Touch Museum and Brûlée Catering.
Every person I worked with was accommodating and compassionate. Terri is an absolute angel. Our bridal attendant was superb. Every single guest raved about the food! All the appetizers were unreal and the main dishes were to die for.
Planning the event went so smoothly and I felt so confident going into the wedding day that everything was going to be perfect and it absolutely was perfect. And I know I had the most unique and beautiful reception venue. I mean the carousel sold me the minute I saw it and everyone was FLOORED by the beauty of Hamilton Hall. I cannot recommend Memorial Hall/ The Please Touch Museum enough.
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Laurel B. Sent on 11/20/2023
5 out of 5 rating

Amazing Wedding!

We had our wedding at the Please Touch Museum and it was amazing! The venue was absolutely stunning, so much fun with the carousel and our DJ up in the multi-colored torch, and the night ran very smoothly. Terri and her team were very responsive to our (many) questions and helped guide us through the process. Many of our friends and family said it was the best wedding they had ever been to. I can't recommend PTM enough
Samantha
Samantha O. Sent on 06/09/2023
5 out of 5 rating

Amazing unexpected wedding venue

We are so happy we chose to have our wedding at the Please Touch Museum! Our guests are still talking about how great everything was. The entire process was easy and the venue was gorgeous. We were able to have a beautifully elegant wedding while still incorporating some fun elements. We would definitely recommend this venue for anyone looking for a unique wedding.
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Awards

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WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2023 Winner
WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2019 Winner
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