Art & History Museums of Maitland


Guest capacity

Up to 125 seated guests


About this venue

The A&H’s Maitland Art Center, originally known as the Research Studio, was founded in 1937 by visionary artist and architect J. André Smith. The center was originally a winter artist’s colony, dedicated to fostering an exploratory approach to modern art. The hundreds of original sculptural elements that adorn the structures were hand-carved by André Smith and his associates, and the center remains one of the few surviving examples of Mayan Revival architecture in the southeastern United States.


Our event spaces

Chapel

A rare find for intimate events. Perfect ceremony space. Surrounded by lush greenery and historic architecture.

The Chapel sits right next to the Mayan Courtyard & in front of the museum's main campus. The Chapel boasts a truly unique atmosphere, with hand carved art surrounding the space. Your guests will be enveloped by stunning architecture that appears to be cradled in the surrounding nature inspired by the Yucatán Peninsula.

Guest capacity

Up to 46 Seated

Up to 100 Standing

Ideal for

Wedding ceremony, Elopement

Guests often feel this space is

“Surprised and delighted”

Included in this room:

Chapel: 46 guests - not available for receptions.

Mayan Courtyard

The most unique venue you've seen in Florida.

The most unique venue you've seen in Florida. Tucked beside the historic Chapel, the Mayan Courtyard is an intimate open‑air sanctuary surrounded by lush greenery inspired by coastal East Asian rainforests. Historic hand‑carved architectural details, warm stone textures, and enveloping foliage create a serene, transportive atmosphere that feels worlds away from the everyday.

Guest capacity

Up to 50 Seated

Up to 100 Standing

Ideal for

Wedding ceremony, Wedding reception, Cocktail hour

Guests often feel this space is

“Surprised and delighted”

Main Garden

Scenic views of the pond and bell tower, with many possible floorplans

Embrace nature in the Main Garden where the gentle shimmer of the reflection pond and the museum’s architecturally striking backdrops create a setting that feels both peaceful and breathtaking. This open, airy space is framed by a natural canopy of large garden trees, offering soft shade and a sense of quiet seclusion. This space is only available for cermonies, private vows, first looks, and photos.

Guest capacity

Up to 125 Seated

Up to 125 Standing

Ideal for

Wedding ceremony

Guests often feel this space is

“Surprised and delighted”

Included in this room:

Tables and chairs must be rented separately

West Garden

Tranquil outdoor space surrounded by lush vegetation.

Follow the winding pathway which leads to our West Garden, home of our largest mural onsite. The artistic elements create a serene atmosphere and are the perfect backdrop for small ceremonies. The proximity to our Chapel & Mayan Courtyard and Main Garden venues makes the West Garden an ideal spot for cocktail hours.

Guest capacity

Up to 75 Seated

Up to 100 Standing

Ideal for

Wedding ceremony, Cocktail hour

Guests often feel this space is

“Surprised and delighted”

Germaine Marvel Building

A versatile indoor venue designed for gatherings of every kind.

As the A&H’s largest indoor rental space, the Germaine Marvel Building (GMB) offers a spacious, flexible environment ideal for corporate meetings, holiday celebrations, wedding receptions, and special events of all styles. Inside, guests enjoy a fully air‑conditioned space equipped with restrooms, a large kitchen, and ample room for staging, catering, and décor. Chairs and tables are included with the each GMB reservation.

Guest capacity

Up to 125 Seated

Up to 225 Standing

Ideal for

Wedding reception, Rehearsal dinner, Wedding shower, Farewell brunch, Engagement party, Other

Guests often feel this space is

“Warm and cozy”

Included in this room:

-Tables and chairs

Rotary Event Plaza

Large tented venue situated within a quaint park.

Florida weather won't put a damper on your outdoor wedding dreams, thanks to this tented outdoor venue overlooking Quinn Strong Park. Our 40x80 white top tent is available seasonally from October through June, and has the coziest market lighting. Tables, chairs, and additional accessories must be rented seperately.

Guest capacity

Up to 125 Seated

Up to 225 Standing

Ideal for

Wedding reception, Wedding shower, Couples luncheon, Cocktail hour

Guests often feel this space is

“Warm and cozy”

Chapel

A rare find for intimate events. Perfect ceremony space. Surrounded by lush greenery and historic architecture.

The Chapel sits right next to the Mayan Courtyard & in front of the museum's main campus. The Chapel boasts a truly unique atmosphere, with hand carved art surrounding the space. Your guests will be enveloped by stunning architecture that appears to be cradled in the surrounding nature inspired by the Yucatán Peninsula.

Guest capacity

Up to 46 Seated

Up to 100 Standing

Ideal for

Wedding ceremony, Elopement

Guests often feel this space is

“Surprised and delighted”

Included in this room:

Chapel: 46 guests - not available for receptions.


Available services that can be provided by Art & History Museums of Maitland

Services & amenities

  • Event rentals
  • Lighting/Sound
  • Pet friendly
  • Service staff
  • Wifi

Transportation & access

  • Self parking - free

Rentals

  • Sound / AV

Reviews

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  • Gorgeous Wedding Venue

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    Christine S.Feb 2, 2025

    Couldn't be happier with our experience using the Art & History Museums as our wedding venue. The grounds are absolutely eye-catching and naturally beautiful, plus the location was incredibly easy to get to. Our photos came out fantastic & the space was reasonably priced.

  • Perfect

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    Nakesia and A.Jun 1, 2024

    This place is to die for! The atmosphere is amazing. I definitely would have another event here and I’ll definitely be on their grounds again! Thank you so much for having us

  • Wedding of our Dreams

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    Shannon M.Apr 19, 2023

    The grounds were absolutely stunning backdrop for our fairytale wedding. The availability of different spaces to use during the event was such a nice way to hold the ceremony, cocktail hour and reception at the same location but with a different gorgeous view for each. There are so many beautiful buildings and artwork around. Paola was easy to work with and we were able to purchase extra time to set up. The only negative is that two museum employees walked through our reception stations (in sweats, while it was a black tie affair) then proceeded to sit on the steps to eat. We highly recommend The Art & History Museums of Maitland.


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