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  • 2020

National Infantry Museum

From 5 to 500 guests
Ceremony/Reception
Outdoor/Indoor
Get Ready Rooms
Sabrina
Santressa
Lelitha
S
M

Recommended by 96% of couples

About this venue

We aren't your regular everyday wedding venue; we're the National Infantry Museum located in Columbus, Georgia, right outside of Fort Benning. Nominated by USA Today for being the nation's number one free museum, the NIM is a grand setting sure to delight and surprise all your guests on your big day. If you desire a fantastic wedding experience, give us a call because we're going to have a great time working together.

Facilities and Capacity

The museum has both indoor and outdoor spaces to be used for ceremonies and receptions. Couples can use the beautifully restored WWII Street Chapel for a smaller ceremony or the larger Cavezza Hall or Lobby for more grand celebrations. The Lobby boasts 6,500 square feet of floor space for a ceremony or reception, while Cavezza Hall offers views of artifacts such as helicopters and Bradley Fighting Vehicles for up to 500 guests. While post-ceremony pictures are taken, guests can relax in the Mezzanine, an open gallery, for cocktail hour. The walls of Heritage Hall are lined with signed prints from the celebrated military artist James Dietz, which up to 150 guests can view during the reception. The Heritage Hall walls can also be shrouded in drapery if couples choose a neutral backdrop for the reception instead. If you'd like to dine and dance under the stars, the Courtyard sets the scene for a gorgeous outdoor wedding, complete with old-south lampposts and a brick-walled garden. Guests can easily use the on-site parking and wheelchair access to the museum.

Services Offered

The National Infantry Museum offers on-site catering and supplies a trusted, preferred vendor list for couples. We are also completely equipped with an integrated audio-visual setup and other portable systems for presentation technology, such as slideshows. The events department's dedicated staff are an excellent information source for wedding planning and can direct couples to the perfect florist or DJ. Covered by liability insurance, the venue also can supply lighting, sound, a wedding suite, and other wedding rentals such as:

  • Altar arches
  • Centerpieces
  • Chairs
  • Linens
  • Dance floors
  • Decorations
  • Drapery
  • Tables

What You'll Love About the National Infantry Museum

Newlyweds rave about this premier museum's stunning and unique venue settings. They also rave about the affordable packages available for wedding celebrations. Check out the photo gallery for some of the venue locations available for your special day.

Features

Small team (2-10 members)

Experience

  • 16 years in business

  • We speak English

Links

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Weddings at this venue

Carlotta  & Larry's wedding
Carlotta & Larry
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FAQ

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?

$1,500

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

$1,500

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?

$1,000

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

$1,000

Which of the following are included in the starting site fee?

Chairs
Clean Up
Parking
Set Up
Tables

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

Server(s)

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

Bartender(s)

What is the minimum number of guests required to book your venue?

5

How many event spaces or rooms does your venue offer?

8

Describe your venue:

Banquet Hall
Museum

What kind of settings are available?

Indoor
Uncovered Outdoor

Which of the following wedding events does your venue service?

Ceremony
Reception
Bridal Shower
Engagement Party
Elopements
Rehearsal Dinner

What event services do you offer?

Clean Up
Event Planner
Event Rentals
Get Ready Rooms
Outside Vendors
Wifi

What catering services do you offer?

Buffet
Cocktail Reception
Dessert
Family Style
French Service
Hors d'oeuvres
Outside Cake
Plated
Server(s)
Stations
Tastings

What bar services do you provide?

Bartender(s)
Cash Bar
Champagne Toast
House Beer
House Liquor
House Wine
Limited Bar
Liquor License
Open Bar
Premium Liquor
Signature Drink
Specialty Beer
Specialty Wine

What event items are available?

Aisle Runners
Altar/Arch
Audio Equipment
Centerpieces
Chairs
Chair Covers
Dance Floor
Decor
Drapery
Lighting
Tables

What food and beverage items are available?

Barware
China
Flatware
Glassware
Linens

What transportation and access is available?

Parking
Wheelchair Access

What months are included in your peak season?

March
April
May
June
September
October
November
December

What months are included in your off-peak season?

January
February
July
August

Still have questions?

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Reviews of National Infantry Museum

Weddingwire
4.8/5 15 reviews
Google
4.9/5 7357 reviews
Sabrina
Sabrina Sent on 10/31/2024
5 out of 5 rating

Dream Wedding Secured

The National Infantry Museum was the perfect wedding venue for us! The location is absolutely stunning, with gorgeous views that made every moment feel magical. Their wedding packages were thoughtfully designed, making it easy to choose exactly what we wanted while staying cost-efficient. As a military child, I especially appreciated the military discount, which helped us save so much on our budget while still enjoying a wedding that looked far more extravagant than what we spent.

The staff was truly exceptional—attentive, organized, and committed to ensuring everything went smoothly. They even helped us secure our amazing caterer, Jane Foods, whose roast beef and creamy basil chicken still get compliments from our guests. The entire menu was a hit!

The venue itself is beautiful; we were married in the World War II chapel, held our reception in Cavazza Hall, and enjoyed a lovely cocktail hour in the lobby. The grounds offered plenty of picturesque spots for wedding photos. And having a hotel right on the property was incredibly convenient for both us and our guests. The hotel was immaculate, with friendly service that made our stay even better. I can’t say enough good things about the National Infantry Museum—it was everything we hoped for and more!
S
Shelby Sent on 12/04/2020
5 out of 5 rating

National Infantry Museum Wedding Review - The Williams

My wedding at the National Infantry Museum exceeded all my expectations. The staff was incredible and made the process of wedding planning much easier. Wesley is an amazing chef and created a beautiful rehearsal and reception menu. Megan was a blessing to have for this event. Her services are completely worth getting! Her positive attitude, expertise, and willingness to help where ever needed, was the icing on top of the cake. My family, friends, myself, and now husband couldn't have been happier to have gotten married at The National Infantry Museum.
M
Margo Sent on 10/27/2020
5 out of 5 rating

A night to never forget!

Beautiful Venue and lovely staff! We scheduled a wedding for the courtyard, but due to weather it had to be moved inside. I couldn't imagine it being more perfect though! The front lobby made a beautiful backdrop and the staff made sure everything went smoothly. Thank you for such a wonderful night!
Santressa
Santressa Sent on 09/29/2020
5 out of 5 rating

Jessica Kennedy the best to ever do it

When I say Jessica was the best to ever do it. Jessica made my experience at the Infantry Museum the best. Jessica is the reason I am able to recommend this venue. When things weren't coming together the way I thought they would and there Jessica was. She crossed every "t" and dotted every "i". Jessica deserves a huge raise and after this experience she's family to me. I appreciate her and so does my family, because she went above and beyond her job title and made my amazing day spectacular. Thanks Jessica Kennedy you are truly a blessing and your talent is priceless.
A
Ashlee Sent on 11/22/2019
5 out of 5 rating

Amazing venue and staff!!!!

To put it short, my husband and I were blown away with everything about our big day held in the courtyard of the NIM. From the food, to the venue, to all of the staff at the NIM everything was amazing! I wouldn’t change a single thing about the experience. I can’t say enough about Tiffany and all she does to make your vision come to life! She made everything about my day from the small details to the big details flawless and stress free.
A
Ayanna Sent on 10/05/2019
5 out of 5 rating

Perfection

The NIM was the perfect venue to host our wedding and reception. Everything was flawless. Our wedding was in the Atrium and the reception was in Cavezza Hall.
K
Kathleen Sent on 07/01/2019
5 out of 5 rating

Special Wedding, planned from KY

We were able to plan a wedding from Kentucky, in less than a month. The staff called and emailed with all details in great fashion. We were very happy with venue and dinner .
Lelitha
Lelitha Sent on 05/19/2019
5 out of 5 rating

Walking into our Deamland

I've planned my wedding over and over since I was a child. Envisioning a day filled with love, laughter, and joy. On our special day at the NIM, all our dreams came true. Tiffany Newsome is a caring, professional who is detail oriented and makes it her priority to see that your day is everything you want and more. The NIM staff was kind, professional, and wore smiles at all times. It's your day catering staff created a delicious menu from the rehearsal dinner to the wedding reception. I am so thankful for the entire NIM team that turned our dream into a reality!
A
Abby Sent on 05/16/2019
5 out of 5 rating

Above and Beyond Expectations!

Tiffany and the rest of the NIM staff were so helpful in planning and executing our wedding! We were on a quick timeframe and were able to secure the venue about 50 days out from the wedding date. They worked with us to ensure everything got taken care of in time despite the short amount of time! Tiffany is a dream to work with - she goes above and beyond to make your day special and run smoothly. And the venue itself is unique, well maintained, and the spaces are easy to customize. We got so many compliments from our guests on the appearance of the ceremony (WWII Chapel) and the reception (Heritage Hall). I would definitely recommend the NIM!
A
Andria Sent on 08/08/2012
5 out of 5 rating
Beautiful venue and their team were very helpful during the entire process!!
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Brittany Banks
Brittany Banks
Director Of Events
Kenley Johnson
Kenley Johnson
Assistant Director Of Events
Eliza Raines
Eliza Raines
Event Coordinator

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National Infantry Museum frequently asked questions

National Infantry Museum includes the following items and services for wedding events in its starting site fee:
  • Chairs
  • Clean Up
  • Parking
  • Set Up
  • Tables
National Infantry Museum includes the following items and services in its wedding catering costs:
  • Server(s)
The bar service starting price at National Infantry Museum includes:
  • Bartender(s)
The space offered by National Infantry Museum for wedding events is known for:
  • Banquet Hall
  • Museum
National Infantry Museum offers the following indoor/outdoor options for weddings:
  • Indoor
  • Uncovered Outdoor
National Infantry Museum offers the following types of wedding events:
  • Ceremony
  • Reception
  • Bridal Shower
  • Engagement Party
  • Elopements
  • Rehearsal Dinner
National Infantry Museum offers the following services for wedding events:
  • Clean Up
  • Event Planner
  • Event Rentals
  • Get Ready Rooms
  • Outside Vendors
  • Wifi
National Infantry Museum offers the following furniture and decor items for weddings:
  • Aisle Runners
  • Altar/Arch
  • Audio Equipment
  • Centerpieces
  • Chairs
  • Chair Covers
  • Dance Floor
  • Decor
  • Drapery
  • Lighting
  • Tables
National Infantry Museum is recommended by 96% of couples who have used their services. Their overall rating is 4.8 out of 5 with the following breakdown: 4.9 in quality of service, 4.9 in professionalism, 4.8 in average response time, 4.7 in flexibility and 4.7 in value.
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