The 10 Best Museum Wedding Venues in Illinois

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Chicago History Museum

4.9 (41)

· Chicago, IL

The Chicago History Museum is a historic wedding venue located in Chicago, Illinois. A stone's throw from Lake Michigan,...Read more surrounded by the luscious greenery of Lincoln Park, this venue is ideally located for all nuptial celebrations. Boasting timeless décor and coupled with breathtaking views of the...

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Halim Time & Glass Museum

5.0 (16)

· Chicago Suburbs, IL

Halim Time & Glass Museum is a wedding venue located in Evanston, Illinois. This elegant museum is home to hundreds of...Read more historical timepieces, stained glass masterpieces, and artwork from around the world. The museum is pet-friendly and offers a range of versatile spaces so you can turn your dream...

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The Field Museum

4.8 (3)

· Chicago, IL

The Field Museum is a sophisticated wedding venue located in Chicago, Illinois. This breathtaking space sits beside Lake...Read more Michigan, giving celebrations of all sizes a dramatic backdrop. The museum is available to host both ceremonies and receptions in its indoor and uncovered outdoor...

DANK Haus German American Cultural Center

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DANK Haus German American Cultural Center

4.8 (10)

· Chicago, IL

Charmingly designed and teeming with history, the DANK Haus German American Cultural Center in Chicago, Illinois, offers...Read more an exceptional venue for vow exchanges. With hundreds of weddings already under their belt, the dedicated staff look forward to hosting your happily ever after. From day one of...

International Museum of Surgical Science

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International Museum of Surgical Science

5.0 (3)

· Chicago, IL

Located in Chicago, Illinois, the International Museum of Surgical Science is a historic lakefront mansion and museum...Read more venue that hosts weddings and other remarkable occasions. This luxurious building offers a sumptuous backdrop for milestone events. You can hold your wedding celebrations in a truly...

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The Art Center Highland Park

5.0 (1)

· Highland Park, IL

The Art Center Highland Park is an iconic institution in Highland Park, Illinois on Chicago's north shore that makes a...Read more marvelous wedding venue. This property is located less than a half-hour drive north of Chicago, less than 1 mile from the lake, and easily accessible by Metra commuter rail. A...

Abraham Lincoln Presidential Library & Museum

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Abraham Lincoln Presidential Library & Museum

5.0 (1)

· Springfield, IL

We provide thoughtful planning to assist couples in creating lasting memories as they begin their history together as...Read more one. Our beautiful venues are the perfect setting for your wedding celebration. NEW: We are available for wedding ceremonies. The Lincoln Atrium in the Library can accommodate up to...

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Adler Planetarium & Astronomy Museum

4.6 (22)

· Chicago, IL

With breathtaking skyline views, the Adler Planetarium is a unique and memorable Chicago venue for your private event....Read more Whether an event seated for 50 or a reception for 1,200, your guests will be dazzled by everything the Adler has to offer.

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Orpheum Children's Science Museum

4.9 (2)

· Champaign, IL

The historic New Orpheum Theatre offers a distinctive setting for weddings, receptions, corporate functions, and private...Read more parties. We are located in downtown Champaign in the Orpheum Children's Science Museum. We are pleased to work with the caterer of your choice, ensuring that your guests will...

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Shedd Aquarium

4.9 (7)

· Chicago, IL

Since its opening in 1930, Shedd Aquarium has ranked among the world’s leading aquariums, and it’s the No. 1 cultural...Read more attraction and “must-sea” destination in Chicago. Discover another side of Shedd—as the incomparable locale for your next corporate or special event. Encounter unbelievable animals...

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Nicholas Conservatory & Gardens

5.0 (1)

· Rockford, IL

Nicholas Conservatory & Gardens is a wedding venue located in Rockford, Illinois. This event space is the third largest...Read more conservatory in the state and provides stunning indoor and outdoor backdrops for your wedding photos. Couples hosting their celebration here are guaranteed memories to be treasured...

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Genesee Theatre

4.5 (8)

· Waukegan, IL

VOTED BEST VENUE ON TLC'S FOUR WEDDINGS! Congratulations on your upcoming wedding! The Genesee Theatre offers a number...Read more of beautiful locations for ceremonies and receptions. Nestled near the shore of Lake Michigan, The Genesee Theatre is Lake County’s premier setting for weddings, banquets, concerts,...

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Womanspace, Inc.

5.0 (1)

· Rockford, IL

Womanspace sits on seven acres tucked away in a residential area in northeast Rockford. Away from the hustle, bustle and...Read more sounds of the metro areas, our campus holds a main building, art studio, pavilion, gardens, pine forest and the largest labyrinth in northern Illinois. We have many beautiful...

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Lyric Opera of Chicago

5.0 (1)

· Chicago, IL

Known as one of Chicago’s most prestigious and historic landmarks, the Lyric Opera House also provides soon-to-be-wed...Read more couples with a showstopping venue for their wedding day. Channel the drama of the opera with a ceremony or reception in the Ardis Krainik Theatre, complete with expansive stage,...

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Museum of Contemporary Art Chicago

4.7 (14)

· Chicago, IL

The Museum of Contemporary Art Chicago is an art gallery in the Chicago, Illinois area. Couples will find a modern city...Read more venue at this museum with stunning architecture and romantic indoor and outdoor spaces. They're located right off of the Magnificent Mile in downtown Chicago, nearby countless...

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Brookfield Zoo

4.8 (61)

· Brookfield, IL

Brookfield Zoo is a unique and beautiful place to host a wedding and reception guests will talk about for a lifetime....Read more Extraordinary experiences, such as cocktails among exotic animals, elegant dining, and exceptional culinary delights, will provide an unforgettable setting for your special day....

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Pearl Paint, Sip, and Hip

Chicago, IL

Pearl Paint and Sip is a modern wedding venue in Chicago, Illinois that caters to small weddings and other special...Read more occasions. This venue provides a gorgeous and trendy space with contemporary art and decor that provides a stunning backdrop for photos and a wonderful ambiance for your event. Not only...

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The Museum of Science and Industry

Chicago, IL

Chicago’s Most Unique Wedding Venue Dine beside a World War II German submarine. Stand inside a 40-foot tornado. Mingle...Read more below a historic aircraft. Steps from Lake Michigan and minutes from downtown, Museum of Science and Industry is a spectacular venue your guests will never forget. Our inspired...

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Rockford Art Museum

Rockford, IL

About Rockford Art Museum is two floors of beautiful, open gallery space with revolving exhibitions from the Permanent...Read more Collection and thoughtfully selected modern art from renowned artists. Located along the Rock River, inside the Riverfront Museum Park building in downtown Rockford, the museum...

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Chicago Sports Museum

5.0 (1)

· Chicago, IL

The Chicago Sports Museum provides a unique wedding venue for couples in Chicago. An ideal venue for sports fans and...Read more Chicago lovers alike, the museum provides interactive exhibits, private rooms and lake views. Your guests will love the opportunity to visit the museum and celebrate your marriage at...

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The Adler Arts Center

5.0 (1)

· Libertyville, IL

Find charm and romance from every corner at The Adler Arts Center! Beautiful and unique, it sets the perfect elegant...Read more backdrop for your intimate wedding. On the Register for Historic Places, the facility is now an architectural jewel that pulls elements from the Colonial Revival as well as French...

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Ellwood House Museum

Dekalb, IL

The Ellwood House Museum is a lovely victorian mansion located in the heart of DeKalb, IL. Inside, crystal chandeliers...Read more sparkle, gilt mirrors shine, and antique woodwork gleams. Built by barbed wire millionaire Isaac L. Ellwood in 1879, the mansion remains with its original furnishings just as when...

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American Writers Museum

Chicago, IL

Located in the city center of Chicago, Illinois, American Writers Museum is a literary museum and historical wedding...Read more venue. This vibrant and interactive space proffers a wedding backdrop that is infused with American history. Here, couples have a choice of multiple event rooms and can take advantage...

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White Studio

5.0 (1)

· Chicago, IL

We currently have a strict max capacity of 50 Stun your guests with the contemporary atmosphere of White Studio White...Read more Studio is the perfect venue to host sophisticated and upscale events like weddings, reunions, graduation parties, wedding receptions, showers, birthdays, anniversaries, and other...