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North Carolina Museum of Art
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North Carolina Museum of Art is a unique and modern wedding venue located in Raleigh, North Carolina. They pride themselves on their inventive cuisine, outdoor sculpture gardens, crisp, white galleries and attention to detail. Couples can choose from multiple indoor and outdoor sites for their rehearsal dinner, ceremony and reception at this elegant venue. North Carolina Museum of Art can't wait to exceed your expectations, and bring your wedding vision to life.

Facilities and Capacity

Couples can accommodate up to 250 guests standing and 150 seated at this contemporary museum. You'll be surrounded by amazing artwork, award-winning architecture and gorgeously manicured lawns at this one-of-a-kind venue. They offer a variety of event spaces to choose from, including:

West Building Great Hall - their premier facility, situated in the middle of the Museum’s permanent collection.

North Courtyard - features a beautiful sculpture garden with a reflection pool and towering trees.

East Building Main Hall - perfect for lavish affairs. This unique space served as the former Egyptian Gallery.

Services Offered

The Museum and Catering Works together offer turnkey design and logistical planning for your celebration including rental coordination, and floral services. Catering Works provides all catering for events, creating outstanding menus featuring the highest-quality ingredients. Our exuberant event planning team is ready to guide you through the planning process with ease, and create a once in a lifetime delicious day for you, your family and guests.

Tables and chairs are included with their wedding package, along with setup and cleanup, and a preferred planning list with 9999. There’s plenty of complimentary parking for your guests.Additional services include:

  • China
  • Glassware
  • Flatware
  • Barware
  • Linens
  • Chairs
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Hardwood parquet dance floor

Cuisine

North Carolina Museum of Art offers exclusive catering from their exclusive catering partner, Catering Works. Catering Works is dedicated to crafting a culinary experience that is uniquely yours, and that is why we create personalized menus for every couple. Whether you are planning a contemporary, traditional, elegant, or casual wedding, this team will deliver a culinary experience to match your personal taste and style. From the cocktail hour to the cake, our sumptuous signature recipes will astonish and delight!

Location

This modern museum is situated less than 15 minutes from Raleigh-Durham International Airport, making them easily accessible for your out-of-town guests. Downtown Raleigh is around 10 minutes away, and downtown Durham is 25 minutes away.

What you'll love about North Carolina Museum of Art

The surroundings that this venue offers will surely enhance your celebrations. You can see how other couples responded to this exceptional setting in the Reviews section.

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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?

$4,000

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

$3,500

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?

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
Server(s)

What is the starting price per person for bar service?

$20

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

House Beer
House Wine
Limited Bar

How many event spaces or rooms does your venue offer?

6

Describe your venue:

Art Gallery
Museum

What kind of settings are available?

Indoor
Uncovered Outdoor

Which of the following wedding events does your venue service?

Ceremony
Reception
Engagement Party
Rehearsal Dinner

What event services do you offer?

Bar Services
Catering Services
Clean Up
Event Planner
Event Rentals
Outside Vendors
Wifi

What catering services do you offer?

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

What bar services do you provide?

Bartender(s)
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?

Chairs
Dance Floor
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
August
September
October
November
December

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Reviews of North Carolina Museum of Art

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4.9/5 25 reviews
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4.8/5 10968 reviews
Georgia
Georgia Sent on 11/29/2019
5 out of 5 rating

The most beautiful day of our lives!

NCMA has a special place in our hearts, having gone on some of our first dates here back in our college days at UNC and NCSU, and we immediately knew this was where we wanted to get married. Living in California, we were a little nervous about planning a wedding from across the country, but things really couldn't have been easier! Morgan was fantastic -- he took care of all the details that aren't as fun to makes decisions about, and we got to decide on all the things we did care about. The planning process was a dream with the help of Morgan and his team :)
Our day went absolutely perfectly, which is a testament to the brilliant work of the folks at NCMA. The timing of the ceremony and reception was impeccable, the atmosphere was like a beautiful dream, and we honestly can't emphasize enough how it really was the best day of our lives. We felt like pinching ourselves the whole evening -- the joy, love, and elation was palpable, filling the museum's gorgeous interior with celebration. We danced all night and loved the buffet/no seating arrangement -- guests mingled and seemed to really take advantage of the free-form setup to just have a great time. And to cap things off, at the end of the night, we discovered three massive to-go boxes filled with scrummy food from Iris in our car, courtesy of Morgan! Thank you all so much for everything!
Laura
Laura Sent on 11/27/2019
5 out of 5 rating

Stunning venue!

We fell in love the moment we walked around the museum. Not only are the ceilings really high, but the atmosphere and decor is fabulous. I mean, it is a museum! The team is great to work with, the food is delicious, and they make everything easy because so many things are included in the package. I can't express enough how nice it was to be able to rely on the museum team and know that everything was being taken care of and all we had to do was show up! Absolutely love this venue!
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Christina
Christina Sent on 05/23/2018
5 out of 5 rating
I cannot say enough good things about Morgan and his team. There are certainly rules about having an event in a museum but they were on the ball and everything went off without a hitch. Everyone was so happy with the food as well. It is an amazing venue for a wedding and I'm so glad we had it there!
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User2440163 Sent on 05/19/2017
5 out of 5 rating
From the first meeting to the actual wedding day, the group at NCMA did a wonderful job. Morgan was professional, helpful, and just on top of things! We didn't have a wedding planner, so we really relied on Morgan's assistance to pull off a perfect wedding day. He did not disappoint. We were able to use outside vendors (i.e. DJ, florist, ect.) which was nice because it didn't limit us. We made last minute adjustments to the reception dinner, and it was easily accommodated. We sent Morgan a timeline of events for the reception, and he made sure we stuck to it, and we didn't have to worry about a thing. The venue is so unique and beautiful - so much more creative and modern than the usual hotel ballrooms. Our photographer has so many great options and backdrops to take truly beautiful pictures. Overall, we were completely happy with our decision!!!
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Kristen Sent on 11/13/2016
5 out of 5 rating
NCMA definitely exceeded our expectations as a wedding venue. We got married on the day that Hurricane Matthew passed through Raleigh and what could have been a disastrous night ended up being a perfect one thanks to Morgan and his team at the museum. Morgan is exactly the kind of person you want running the show on your wedding day as well as helping you work out the details along the way. He is extremely knowledgeable on all things weddings and goes above and beyond to make sure your day is everything you want it to be.
We were supposed to have the ceremony in the courtyard outside, but as that was obviously not an option, we moved it inside to the east building and they made sure this set up was every bit as beautiful. Our guests loved the venue and were especially grateful for the underground tunnel that connected to the west building (where the reception was held) so they didn't have to get out in the rain.
The food, flowers, linens, and cake are all included in the price for the wedding which makes planning your day a whole lot easier, and all the vendors they contract with are absolutely wonderful to work with. We are so happy we chose to have our wedding at NCMA and highly recommend it to anyone looking for a memorable place to get married!
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User2389558 Sent on 10/26/2015
5 out of 5 rating
Our coordinator Jessica was so amazing and helpful with planning our wedding a month ago. She responded and answer all of my emails in a timely manner. I couldn't ask for anything better for our wedding. Everything came out the way. Included in the venue price was the cost of flowers, linen, cake, and food from Iris. She gave us a list of name and number for each area and you just meet up with them and pick out what you want. Only people you would have to find was the dj and your photographer. I highly recommend having your dream wedding here.
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Maggie Sent on 08/14/2015
5 out of 5 rating
Morgan was our wedding planner and he alone was worth every penny... I honestly can't imagine anyone who would be better at making sure everyone was doing their part and everything was running smoothly. The venue is obviously beautiful but it was everything Morgan and his team did that made it beyond perfect - not only did they accommodate all of my requests (signs, extra vendors, special things for grandparents, etc.) but they went above and beyond, it's really those extra things that other venues won't do that sets the NCMA apart (like putting the presents in our car for us, packing the groom and bride a "to go box" so that we could eat something after, and moving our go-pro cameras to capture speeches/dances - all without being asked to do so). Although you can't try the catering before-hand there's truly no need to worry, there was a ton of food (Morgan makes sure no one goes hungry!) and it was all delicious... some of our friends are still talking about the little sandwiches and the steak & potatoes. I honestly could not imagine having our wedding at any other venue, especially without Morgan there to lead us - it was truly a perfect day and we owe it all to the NCMA and their spectacular team!
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User2242738 Sent on 07/26/2015
5 out of 5 rating
I cannot overstate how perfectly our wedding at the museum went. The food, flowers, linens, and cake are all included in the wedding package and Morgan Greer (the main coordinator) made our planning a breeze. The price is extremely competitive overall, and there are no taxes since it is a North Carolina historical landmark. The food was provided by the Iris restaurant and all beer was NC made. Our guests had an amazing time and so did we.
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Mary Sent on 07/01/2015
5 out of 5 rating
My husband and I had our ceremony and reception at NCMA a few weeks ago. Jessica was our wedding coordinator and she could not have been more helpful! It was the most beautiful backdrop for my wedding that I could have imagined. The museum also handles a lot of the vendor stuff, so you don't have to worry about it. The only vendors I had to find myself were DJ and Photographer! For everything else, I just had to pick out what I wanted, and that was it! I seriously feel like I had the LEAST stressful wedding planning process of any of my friends who have gotten married. Jessica just took care of so much for me! The Iris restaurant in the museum was able to make anything we wanted. We had a taco bar and some other things we had picked out and EVERYBODY was loving the food! My guests commented on how delicious it was and they also commented on loving the layout of the venue, so everybody could be comfortable and have lots of places to sit and watch the dancing, or remove themselves from the louder areas. I am so happy with our wedding. It was everything I imagined and more. Truly exceeded my expectations! I would recommend anybody get married at the NCMA!!
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Anna Sent on 06/08/2015
5 out of 5 rating
Our wedding at NCMA was absolutely amazing! It was a perfect blend of elegant and relaxed, and we had many guests report that it was the best wedding they'd ever attended. Morgan Greer and the incredible staff are superstars. I shudder to think how much more stressful the planning and day-of would have been had we decided to have the wedding anywhere else. Plus the photos at this venue are just beautiful.
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