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From our Planetarium to our Art Galleries, the Reading Public Museum provides the most unique venues for entertaining in the Greater Reading area. Situated on 25 acres of lush, green gardens, our rental spaces come in every size and ambiance, suitable for events and meetings both large and small.
Organizing and hosting nearly 200 events every year, The Museum's dedicated and well-trained event staff will help ensure your event is nothing less than a success. Our preferred vendors will provide you with top notch services and products, along with options at every price point. The Museum offers special rental discounts for Museum Members, as well as non-profit organizations.
The campus of the Reading Public Museum is located just blocks off Penn Avenue, an extension of the main Penn Street corridor in downtown Reading. The Museum is only a few minutes away from some of the area's best hotels, restaurants and shopping establishments.
Make it memorable. Make it a masterpiece. Book your next event at the Reading Public Museum!
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The Reading Public Museum offers a magical and unique setting for weddings, as highlighted by multiple reviewers' positive experiences. The stunning outdoor garden and Museum galleries provided a beautiful backdrop for ceremonies and receptions, with guests praising the flexibility in utilizing various spaces and the abundance of natural beauty that eliminated the need for extensive decorations. Reviewers appreciated the attentive and caring staff, especially event coordinators like Braden and Michaela, who ensured seamless communication and execution of weddings, making it an ideal choice for couples seeking a creative and personalized wedding experience.




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Beautiful grounds, stunning spaces and a team of professionals who make your wedding a great event, every time!

There is no better place in Reading than the Reading Museum to have a wedding. They have three different reception venues to choose from and numerous places on the grounds to get married outdoors if you wish. The staff led by Stephanie Shaak are on top of their game and...

Great venue with 3 different options - planetarium, garden tent, and the art gallery. Stephanie and her staff are wonderful to work with!