Southern Museum of Flight is a historic wedding venue located in Birmingham, Alabama. Here, you will find multiple indoor and outdoor settings for ceremonies and receptions, including the unique exhibit space. Fitted with a range of historic aircraft, you and your guests can travel back in time to the important eras of aviation. This event destination is one of the largest museums of its kind in the Southeast– its dedicated staff can't wait to make your big day unforgettable.

Facilities and Capacity

Southern Museum of Flight can comfortably accommodate up to 150 guests. Enjoy serene outdoor spaces, including their South Wing Hangar or the exhibit space. If you're having an intimate ceremony, you can say your vows surrounded by aircraft from the early 1900s. For larger gatherings, your event can occur at a Tuskegee Airman Aircraft diorama. The venue provides exclusive access for you and your guests to take pictures within their F-86 Jet and the North American T-6 Texan.

Services Offered

This one-of-a-kind destination provides two private get-ready rooms for the wedding party to begin their preparations. You can use the in-house furniture collection with tables and chairs included in your rental of the property. Furthermore, guests can utilize the complimentary parking for the utmost convenience. Other benefits available to you are a variety of linens and audio equipment for your ceremony and reception needs. Southern Museum of Flight gladly welcomes outside vendors, and the staff goes the extra mile to ensure you and your vendors are well looked after throughout your wedding day.

History

This museum is home to the Alabama Aviation Hall of Fame, boasting over 70 biographical plaques depicting the state’s illustrious aviation history. It houses over 100 aircraft, models, photographs, and artifacts. The museum opened to the public in 1983, and it continues to serve as an ode to the country's brave pilots, mechanical engineers, and aviation pioneers.