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Reception
$2,750 starting price
Ceremony
$2,750 starting price
Reception
$2,200 starting price
Ceremony
$2,200 starting price

About

On WeddingWire since 2013

With views of the Mississippi River and landmarks in Downtown Baton Rouge, the River Terrace at Shaw Center for the Arts is the perfect setting for a modern wedding. The venue features a glass-enclosed room that leads out to a rooftop-style outdoor terrace and sculpture garden, allowing exclusive use of the entire fourth floor. Whatever size event you are planning, this venue is sure to add the wow factor with a design and view you cannot find anywhere else.

Facility & Capacity
The River Terrace's combined indoor and outdoor spaces can host up to 400 guests reception style and 250 for ceremony and reception. The smaller indoor room is a perfect space to display buffet-style catering and wedding cakes, while the wedding ceremony, bar, and live music take place on the larger outdoor terrace.

Services Offered
The River Terrace now offers a full service option, which includes catering and bar services. However, couples still have the option to work with the caterer of their choice through a venue-only rental option. Since weather is a concern for all outdoor weddings, the River Terrace includes tent coverage as a Plan B for all events if there is inclement weather!

Other Services
This venue offers the following additional services:

  • Bridal/Groom Lounge
  • Janitorial & Security Services
  • Furniture with Setup/Pickup
  • 4 Hours of Setup Time & 1 Hour of Cleanup Time
  • Linens, bistro lighting, and additional furniture is available for an additional cost

Location
Shaw Center for the Arts is a six-story arts complex covering nearly an entire city block in the heart of Downtown Baton Rouge. With the River Terrace located on the 4th floor, guests are also invited to catch a show at the Manship Theatre on the 1st floor or peruse fine art at the LSU Museum of Art on the 5th floor. The bulding also offers three restaurant options - Capital City Grill and Stroubes on the ground level and Tsunami, a rooftop sushi restaurant with an outdoor terrace on the 6th floor. Shaw Center for the Arts is located in Baton Rouge's Arts & Entertainment District along Historic Third Street with several hotels, dining, and enterainment options, all within walking distance!

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?

2,750.00

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

2,200.00

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?

2,750.00

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

2,200.00

Which of the following are included in starting site fee?

Bridal Suite
Chairs
Clean Up
Set Up
Tables

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

1

How many event spaces or rooms does your venue offer?

1

Describe your venue:

Banquet Hall
Museum
Restaurant

What kind of settings are available?

Indoor
Covered Outdoor
Uncovered Outdoor

Which of the following wedding events does your venue service?

Ceremony
Reception

What event services do you offer?

Bar Services
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Reviews of Shaw Center for the Arts

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4.4 out of 5 rating
4.4 out of 5 rating
14 reviews
88% recommend it
  • Quality of service
    4.5 out of 5 rating
  • Average response time
    4.5 out of 5 rating
  • Professionalism
    4.5 out of 5 rating
  • Value
    4.5 out of 5 rating
  • Flexibility
    4.2 out of 5 rating
Weddingwire
4.4/5 14 reviews
Google
4.5/5 100 reviews
K
Kayla Sent on 02/11/2020
5 out of 5 rating

Dream Wedding Venue!

The Shaw Center was always a dream venue for me, and everything lived up to my expectations. The staff is very easy to communicate with, and the food vendor was amazing! I received nothing but complements regarding my entire wedding. We could not be happier!
S
Scotti Sent on 11/11/2017
5 out of 5 rating
Priscilla was wonderful to work with—quick to respond, eager to help, very informative, and extremely considerate! The 4th Floor terrace layout was perfectly conducive in hosting both my ceremony and reception; not to mention, a sunset on the Mississippi River is a fantastic backdrop for any esthetic goal you wish to achieve!
Staci
Staci Sent on 07/11/2017
5 out of 5 rating
Awesome... the workers and setup was just perfect
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Awards

14

Real Weddings

Taylor & Michael
39 photos · 03/26/2022
Philip & Allison
45 photos · 03/17/2018

Professional Network & Endorsements

2 Endorsements
Premier Sound Services Premier Sound Services Wedding DJs

Get Married or Host a reception with a spectacular view of the Mississippi River and the Old State Capital. 4th Floor Terrace is a great Venue.

Bueche Photography Bueche Photography Wedding Photographers

Very upscale and classy venue for a wedding. You have an absolutely beautiful view from the terrace and staff that will help however they can!

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Shaw Center for the Arts frequently asked questions

Shaw Center for the Arts includes the following items and services for wedding events in its starting site fee:
  • Bridal Suite
  • Chairs
  • Clean Up
  • Set Up
  • Tables
The space offered by Shaw Center for the Arts for wedding events is known for:
  • Banquet Hall
  • Museum
  • Restaurant
Shaw Center for the Arts offers the following indoor/outdoor options for weddings:
  • Indoor
  • Covered Outdoor
  • Uncovered Outdoor
Shaw Center for the Arts offers the following types of wedding events:
  • Ceremony
  • Reception
Shaw Center for the Arts offers the following services for wedding events:
  • Bar Services
Shaw Center for the Arts is recommended by 88% of couples who have used their services. Their overall rating is 4.4 out of 5 with the following breakdown: 4.5 in quality of service, 4.5 in average response time, 4.5 in professionalism, 4.5 in value and 4.2 in flexibility.

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