Events at The National Hellenic Museum

Located in the heart of Chicago’s Greektown, the National Hellenic Museum boasts a contemporary design and a distinctive setting for all your special events.

• Alluring skyline views
• Prominent West Loop location
• Green LEED building standards
• National lighting with floor to ceiling windows
• Adaptable for a variety of styles and themes
• Registered as a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization
• Specious and contemporary design
• Spaces can be combined for a dynamic experience
• All spaces are multipurpose and versatile to meet your rental needs.
• A member of the events team will be present at your event to manage the building temperature, let in vendor s, and answer any building-related questions.
• Rentals are on a first-come, first-served basis.
• Rentals can include private tours of the current exhibits and Museum (scheduled upon request).
• The National Hellenic Museum works with our preferred vendors and external vendors. Contact us for a list of preferred vendors.

Facilities and Capacity

Couples can invite up to 225 guests to join them at the National Hellenic Museum. The building’s large Rooftop Terrace features three gardens and an expansive view of Greektown and the Chicago skyline. This terrace can be used for ceremonies or cocktail hours as a natural outdoor space. Inside the museum, couples can make use of the large John P. Calamos, Sr. Great Hall. This white canvas room can be used brightly or dimly lit, or can be tinted to match the wedding’s colors with the help of uplighting. A smaller event room is also available for indoor ceremonies or smaller receptions.

Weddings at The National Hellenic Museum

Imagine sharing your vows with the iconic Chicago skyline as your backdrop, then walking down a grand staircase to meet your family and friends. There, in a stunning museum hall, your guests enjoy cocktails and hors d’oeuvres while sharing memories and dancing into the evening.

The National Hellenic Museum can be the place for your special day.

Our unique and versatile museum spaces can be combined to make your wedding day unforgettable. A contemporary based design will allow you to customize your style to bring your wedding vision to life.

Facilities and Capacity

Couples can invite up to 225 guests to join them at the National Hellenic Museum. The building’s large Rooftop Terrace features three gardens and an expansive view of Greektown and the Chicago skyline. This terrace can be used for ceremonies or cocktail hours as a natural outdoor space. Inside the museum, couples can make use of the large John P. Calamos, Sr. Great Hall. This white canvas room can be used brightly or dimly lit, or can be tinted to match the wedding’s colors with the help of uplighting. A smaller event room is also available for indoor ceremonies or smaller receptions.

Rental fee includes:

• Event space(s)
• Ten (10) hour total rental time, includes: set-up, maximum 6-hour event and required 1 hour for tear-down and clean-up
• Administrative fees
• Day-of venue manager to manage the building and answer building-specific questions (does not include event execution or food or beverage service assistance)
• Security
• Docents for an additional fee
• Tables and chairs for an additional fee

Other Services
This venue is open to host bridal showers, elopements, engagement parties and rehearsal dinners in addition to ceremonies and receptions for couples.