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What is the story behind The Cleveland Museum of Art?

You can celebrate your love story amongst some of the world's finest artwork at The Cleveland Museum of Art, a one-of-a-kind venue for weddings and other occasions in the heart of Cleveland, Ohio. Whether you are looking for an iconic location for your romantic wedding ceremony or a magnificent venue for your wedding reception, this beautiful historic building makes the perfect canvas for any event masterpiece.

Facilities and Capacity

The Cleveland Museum of Art is situated in an over 100-year-old building, bursting with unique architectural details and, of course, art exhibitions and pieces you won't find anywhere else. The venue's 44000 square feet of event space is nestled amongst all this beauty and art, so you can feel part of the museum's incredible story on your big day. Your wedding ceremony can take place outdoors on the stunning South Terrace or indoors in the Atrium or one of the other gorgeous indoor spaces. Wherever you choose to say "I do," memories to last a lifetime await. The Ames Family Atrium at the heart of the museum building offers the perfect setting for your enchanting wedding reception. With natural light illuminating every detail, your event décor will surely shine in this space.

Services Offered

The events team at the museum are experienced professionals with a passion for planning one-of-a-kind celebrations. From intimate gatherings of family and friends to lavish wedding banquets, these event experts can do it all! They believe that with a little sprinkle of artful creativity, any wedding dream can become a reality, and that is exactly how they will approach your big day. You will also work with the venue's talented culinary staff to design a bespoke menu for your event bursting with seasonal ingredients and innovative flavors. This ensures that every detail of your special day at The Cleveland Museum of Art will fit you, your beloved, and your love story, your very own work of art.

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What are The Cleveland Museum of Art's site fees and venue policies?

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?

$5,000

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

$5,000

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
China
Clean Up
Flatware
Glassware
Linens
Set Up

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?

$55

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

Bartender(s)
Champagne Toast
House Beer
House Liquor
House Wine
Specialty Wine

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

70

How many event spaces or rooms does your venue offer?

1

Describe your venue:

Art Gallery
Historic Building
Museum

What kind of settings are available?

Indoor

Which of the following wedding events does your venue service?

Ceremony
Reception
Bridal Shower
Engagement Party
Rehearsal Dinner

What event services do you offer?

Bar Services
Catering Services
Clean Up
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)
Champagne Toast
House Beer
House Liquor
House Wine
Liquor License
Open Bar
Premium Liquor
Signature Drink
Specialty Wine

What event items are available?

Chairs
Tables

What food and beverage items are available?

Barware
China
Flatware
Glassware

What transportation and access is available?

Parking
Shuttle
Valet
Wheelchair Access

What months are included in your peak season?

April
May
June
July
August
September
October

What months are included in your off-peak season?

January
February
March
November
December

What are real couples saying about their experience at The Cleveland Museum of Art in reviews?

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Lediana Sent on 10/20/2021
5 out of 5 rating

Perfect venue!!!!

CMA was amazing! The venue is modern, clean and absolutely gorgeous. There is amazing natural light in the day and in the evening the lighting worked wonderfully. The acoustics were also amazing, something I worried about with such a big venue. Additionally Elizabeth is SUPERB!! We had an emergency wedding venue change due to an issue with our former venue and with only about a month or so notice she was able to work with our vendors and pull off such an amazing event. She was so easy to work with, responsible and exceptionally reliable!! She’s the only one I would ever recommend for a wedding. I was would give Elizabeth and the venue a hundred stars if I could!!
Elanda
Elanda Sent on 10/20/2021
5 out of 5 rating

Dream Wedding Venue

A gorgeous venue, excellent service, and seamless coordination from Elizabeth Coughlin! Nothing like having the wedding nestled in one of the most beautiful museums!
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Inge Sent on 10/07/2021
5 out of 5 rating

The wedding I always dreamed of for our daughter!

Our daughter’s wedding in July 2021 at the Cleveland Museum of Art was truly stunning. The space is gorgeous and the staff are excellent. Elizabeth and her team were exceptional- very organized, professional, and kind which was especially appreciated as we had to postpone the wedding due to the pandemic. Having great food and wine was very important for us and the in-house catering under Provenance, Bon Appetit management and Chef Douglas Katz did not disappoint! So many of our guests raved about the food and said it was the best they’ve had at a wedding! I highly recommend the Cleveland Museum of Art!
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Allie Sent on 10/05/2021
5 out of 5 rating

Wedding Review

The cleveland museum of art was the best venue choice! The service was excellent, food delicious, and not to mention beautifully stunning. The event planning team was wonderful to work with and made our wedding day completely stress free. They are professional and run their events so smoothly. We had the most amazing day and could not have asked for anything more!
Nancy
Nancy Sent on 10/03/2021
5 out of 5 rating

Hire CMA for your wedding!

CMA is one of the most beautiful places in Cleveland and we were so grateful to have had the opportunity to host our wedding there. It's photogenic already, so you don't need much decoration. I was incredibly impressed with the service we received from Bon Appetit catering, the food was every bit as good on the wedding day as it was during the tasting. Special call out to our event coordinator, Elizabeth Coughlin who was incredible and really helped us put our special day together. She is amazing to work with and pays close attention to details. Sadly, we were her last wedding with CMA, but I am sure you’re in good hands if you choose to have your wedding there. It was beautiful!

**Photo credit - Too Much Awesomeness LLC
Trevor
Trevor Sent on 12/18/2018
5 out of 5 rating

Fantastic experience at CMA

Our wedding experience at CMA in October 2018 was amazing from start to finish. There’s no venue more beautiful and the atrium felt intimate even with 110 guests. Food and drink were remarkably delicious, and the service was outstanding, from the banquet team to facilities. The best were Elizabeth, Jessica, and their events team colleagues, who made planning and all things day-of a breeze. We couldn’t be happier.
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Eric Sent on 12/05/2018
5 out of 5 rating

Simply the best!

My wife and I were married at CMA just over a year ago and frequently look back on it as one of our most cherished memories. The planning was easy, the venue was beautiful, and the catering and drinks were to die for. One of the best parts of the whole experience, however, was Elizabeth and her team - they were so friendly, welcoming, and accommodating. Elizabeth walked us through the whole process from start to finish and made sure everything went off without a hitch on the wedding day. If I could do it all again, I wouldn't change a thing!
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Nancy Sent on 09/18/2022
4.8 out of 5 rating

Stunning venue in Cleveland

The CMA was a dream venue for our wedding. We looked at many venues around Cleveland kept coming back to the CMA - it really is Cleveland’s best. We had our ceremony and reception in the atrium with ~100 guests. We originally had a guest list of 250+ guests, but due to Covid we ended up with a much smaller guest list. Throughout our entire wedding planning process during Covid, the CMA was very accommodating and flexible. We initially worked with Elizabeth, the Director of Catering sales, and transitioned to Rachel. Both women were very helpful. If there is one thing I would change, I’d love for more flexibility in catering, especially for more authentic, multi-cultural options.
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Molly Sent on 12/20/2019
4.8 out of 5 rating

Best Venue in Cleveland!

CMA is the most stunning venue in Cleveland! The atrium allows for many different layouts and options depending on how many guests you expect to have. The staff was friendly, professional and very helpful- they truly made the day perfect for my husband and me. I couldn't imagine my wedding day any more special!
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What awards has The Cleveland Museum of Art won?

9
WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2022 Winner

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Where is The Cleveland Museum of Art located?

The Cleveland Museum of Art frequently asked questions

The Cleveland Museum of Art includes the following items and services for wedding events in its starting site fee:
  • Chairs
  • China
  • Clean Up
  • Flatware
  • Glassware
  • Linens
  • Set Up
The Cleveland Museum of Art includes the following items and services in its wedding catering costs:
  • Cake Cutting
  • Server(s)
The bar service starting price at The Cleveland Museum of Art includes:
  • Bartender(s)
  • Champagne Toast
  • House Beer
  • House Liquor
  • House Wine
  • Specialty Wine
The space offered by The Cleveland Museum of Art for wedding events is known for:
  • Art Gallery
  • Historic Building
  • Museum
The Cleveland Museum of Art offers the following indoor/outdoor options for weddings:
  • Indoor
The Cleveland Museum of Art offers the following types of wedding events:
  • Ceremony
  • Reception
  • Bridal Shower
  • Engagement Party
  • Rehearsal Dinner
The Cleveland Museum of Art offers the following services for wedding events:
  • Bar Services
  • Catering Services
  • Clean Up
  • Event Rentals
  • Get Ready Rooms
  • Outside Vendors
  • Wifi
The Cleveland Museum of Art offers the following furniture and decor items for weddings:
  • Chairs
  • Tables
The Cleveland Museum of Art is recommended by 100% of couples who have used their services. Their overall rating is 5.0, with the same score awarded for quality of service, flexibility, value, professionalism and average response time.
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