GIBBES MUSEUM OF ART
PRIVATE EVENTS
GIBBES MUSEUM OF ART
Located in the heart of the historic district, Charleston’s premier art museum offers a setting rich with history and charm. The Gibbes’ BeauxArts building boasts impressive architectural detailing and ample rooms with soaring ceilings. Exchange vows under the opulent Tiffanystyle art glass dome in the rotunda gallery, or host your soirée in the classical garden. This exceptional Charleston venue is perfect for locals and visitors alike, and will transform your private event into a one-of-a-kind celebration.
JOSEPH ROGERO
1ST FLOOR EVENT SPACE
Just beyond the front doors of the Gibbes, guests are welcomed by 11-foot ceilings, original crown molding, porcelain tile, and hardwood floors. The 1905 window and door openings add a touch of old Charleston to a very polished and modern sense of hospitality. The first floor includes reception and lecture halls, classrooms and studios, that are the quintessential Charleston spaces for any event, meeting, or celebration.
CLASSROOMS AND STUDIOS
Plan your next business meeting or group training session in one of our four studios or classrooms.
FELLOWS RECEPTION HALL & ALMEIDA LECTURE HALL
The reception hall offers a glass curtain wall providing views of the classical garden—the perfect backdrop for any private event. The exposed brick walls and rose marble flooring throughout exude a timeless elegance.
With 525 square feet of sleek and functional meeting space, complete with wireless internet and audio visual equipment, the lecture hall is a fresh departure from the ordinary.
HANNAH ALYSSA
MONIKA GAUTHIER FRANZI ANNIKA PHOTOGRAPHY
1ST FLOOR Venue Specifications
Two Classrooms and Two Studios 480
Reception and Lecture Halls 2,925
150
200
170
IVY BEE WEDDINGS
• SARAH SELVIG NATASHA
JEN KEYS PHOTOGRAPHY
2ND FLOOR EVENT SPACE
As you ascend the double staircase, you will enter into the grand arcade complete with the original 1905 porcelain tile floor and light fixtures. In the main gallery you will experience history through American art dating back to the eighteenth century, and find yourself surrounded by neoclassical sculpture in the rotunda galleries.
THE CAMPBELL ROTUNDA
This 1,345 square foot sculpture hall lends itself to an intimate dinner setting or romantic wedding ceremony. The rotunda gallery is marked with its Tiffany-style art glass dome, porcelain tile floor, original light fixtures, and molding, and is truly the jewel of the Gibbes Museum.
2ND FLOOR Venue Specifications
ANDREW CEBULKA PHOTOGRAPHY
FRANZI ANNIKA PHOTOGRAPHY
ANNE RHETT PHOTOGRAPHY
HANNAH ALYSSA
SAM STROUD PHOTOGRAPHY
AUBREY ALEXANDER PHOTOGRAPHY
LENHARDT GARDEN
The Lenhardt Garden is a classical European-style garden with contemporary touches. The stunning allée, created by live oaks with lush plantings, surrounds the garden and provides an intimate space for an unforgettable evening.
SARAH SELVIG
LENHARDT GARDEN Venue Specifications
RAMSEY YANNEY
CATHERINE ANN PHOTOGRAPHY
PHILLIP
DANIELLE CHRISTINA PHOTOGRAPHY
STEVE STEINHARDT
CONTACT US
GENERAL MUSEUM INFORMATION
Gibbes Museum of Art 135 Meeting Street Charleston, SC 29401
843.722.2706 gibbesmuseum.org @gibbesmuseumevents
MUSEUM HOURS
Monday–Tuesday 10AM–5PM Wednesday 10AM–8PM Thursday–Saturday 10AM–5PM Sunday 1–5PM
PRIVATE EVENT INFORMATION
For weddings, please contact our Special Events Coordinator, Savannah Sergent, at ssergent@gibbesmuseum.org.
For nonprofit or corporate events, please reach out to Director of Special Events, Addy Smith, asmith@gibbesmuseum.org.
*Museum hours are subject to change. Please visit our website at gibbesmuseum.org/visit for additional information.
PREFERRED VENDORS
CATERERS
Brick Lane Catering
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Rosemary & Rye Catering
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Salthouse Catering
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BAR SERVICE PROVIDERS
Cru Bar
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Duvall Catering & Events
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MIX
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Spike by Snyder
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Squeeze Cocktail & Beverage Catering 843.614.3228 squeeze-onsite.com
EXCLUSIVE TENT PROVIDER
Snyder
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HOTELS
The Charleston Place 843.722.4900 charlestonplace.com
The Dewberry 843.897.5314 thedewberrycharleston.com
Francis Marion Hotel
843.722.0600 francismarionhotel.com
Hotel Emeline 843.577.2644 hotelemeline.com
The Loutrel 843.872.9600 theloutrel.com
The Mills House 843.577.2400 millshouse.com
There will be a Service and Impact Fee of 8% for Preferred Catering and Bar Services. There will be a Service and Impact Fee of 15% for all Outside Catering and Bar Services.
WHAT IS THE PAYMENT SCHEDULE?
Upon signing the contract, an initial deposit includes 50% of your total balance and a $1,000 refundable security deposit. The final payment is due six months before your event date.
WHAT IS THE SECURITY DEPOSIT?
A $1,000 refundable security deposit is required with the signed contract. This is to cover potential damage and will be refunded within 30 days of your event. The security deposit is not included in the total rental fee.
ARE THERE ANY TIME RESTRICTIONS?
Regular Museum hours are from 10am–5pm. The rental fee covers a four-hour rental. Each hour you add, it is an additional $500 added to your total fee. Events are permitted to begin as early as 5:30pm. Clients have the option to extend the rental time until 11pm.
DO YOU OFFER PARKING?
There is no on-site parking. We recommend using the two parking garages within walking distance, located on Cumberland and Queen Street.
DO YOU HAVE A BRIDAL SUITE AVAILABLE AT YOUR VENUE?
The Gibbes Museum of Art does not offer a bridal suite. We recommend The Loutrel, Mills House, The Dewberry, Francis Marion, or Hotel Emeline for your Bridal Suite needs. However, you would have access to two classrooms, each with a private restroom, beginning at 4pm the day of the event.
DO YOU PROVIDE RENTAL ITEMS?
Pricing is based on the venue only, all rental items must be brought in. All tent, staging, and dance floors must come from Snyder Event Rentals. You are welcome to use an alternate provider for all other rental items.
WHEN ARE THE LOAD-IN/LOAD-OUT TIMES?
Rentals can be delivered the day of the event as early as 9am in the Garden, 10am in the Reception + Lecture Halls, and 4pm in the Rotunda. For load-out, all rental items must be out of the museum by 12am.
WHAT IS THE TIMING FOR THE CEREMONY REHEARSAL?
A ceremony rehearsal can be scheduled the day prior to the event between the hours of 9am-10am and 4pm-5pm.
MAY WE BRING IN AN OUTSIDE CATERER?
You are welcome to use an outside caterer and bar service provider, we just ask that they provide their business license and COI. There will be a higher service and impact fee of 15%, and we ask that they sign our Catering Service Provider agreement.
DO YOU REQUIRE A WEDDING PLANNER?
Yes, we require a full-service planner at least 6 months prior to your event.
LIMITED OFFER! Brides and grooms receive a complimentary one-year membership to the Gibbes Museum of Art.
MCG PHOTOGRAPHY
SPRING/FALL PRICING
SPRING/FALL PRIVATE EVENT RATES*
Second Floor Galleries, Rotunda, Reception and Lecture Halls & Garden
and Lecture Halls
We are pleased to offer non-profits a 15% discount on all above pricing with exception of Lecture Hall and Classroom hourly rates.
* An additional $350 cleaning fee will be charged for event cleanup/sanitization. Pricing is subject to change. All events will be based on a 4-hour event, not including set-up and breakdown with $500 for each additional event hour. ** MUSEUM HOURS | MO NDAY–TUESDAY 10am–5pm | WEDNESDAY 10am–8pm | THURSDAY–SATURDAY 10am–5pm SUNDAY 1–5pm March, April, May, September, October, November
WINTER/SUMMER PRICING
WINTER/SUMMER PRIVATE EVENT RATES*
and Lecture Halls
We are pleased to offer non-profits a 15% discount on all above pricing with exception of Lecture Hall and Classroom hourly rates.
* An additional $350 cleaning fee will be charged for event cleanup/sanitization. Pricing is subject to change. All events will be based on a 4-hour event, not including set-up and breakdown with $500 for each additional event hour. ** MUSEUM HOURS | MO NDAY–TUESDAY 10am–5pm | WEDNESDAY 10am–8pm | THURSDAY–SATURDAY 10am–5pm | SUNDAY 1–5pm
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