The Texas Science & Natural History Museum in Austin, TX, offers an unparalleled setting for weddings, rehearsal dinners, galas, receptions, and parties, promising an extraordinary experience for all attendees. Nestled in the heart of Austin on the northern edge of The University of Texas campus, the museum showcases breathtaking 1930s Art Deco architecture, both indoor and outdoor event spaces, and exclusive access to museum exhibits for guests.

West River House is an homage to a Vermont covered bridge and houses an art collection to create a museum-like experience with breathtaking views over Lake Dunlap. A dining area under the covered bridge has 25-foot high ceilings and provides a Harry Potter feel with interiors of the bridge designed using original barn wood. Pass to the lake side of the house and there is floor-to-ceiling glass, balconies, patios, and vestiges of Mid-century Modern masterpieces. The venue features four luxurious suites on massive balconies, two kitchens to make any chef jealous and a spectacular sound system in virtually every room. A new 4100 sq ft patio cantilevers over the edge of the lake with a 40’x40’ tent included in the deal for celebrations and dining lakeside. Access to a 100’ dock brings your celebration to the water for boating, kayaking and fishing.

The Neill-Cochran House Museum is located in the heart of Austin, TX, just a few minutes walk from the UT-Austin campus. We steward the city’s 10th oldest historic site (1856). We share our site, Austin, and Texas history from the city’s birth in 1839 up to 1930 through historically furnished spaces as well as numerous rotating art and history exhibitions. We’re within minutes of the University of Texas campus, Downtown Austin, and MoPac. We offer guests and hosts alike unmatched convenience as a historic and centrally located venue. We offer complimentary furnishings and linens for events up to 85 guests and onsite parking available for 40 vehicles. Design your day around a contemporary, urban take on timeless style. As an indoor venue for intimate weddings up to 50 or an outdoor venue for larger receptions and ceremonies up to 150, no other location in Austin can offer the same depth and historical charm.