Bell Museum

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All-inclusive venue

The venue takes care of it all - food and beverage, rentals, the works!

Full wedding (ceremony and reception) pricing

Starting at $4,000

Guest capacity

Up to 600 seated guests


About this venue

Searching for a truly out-of-this-world backdrop for your love story? Located in Saint Paul, the Bell Museum offers a brilliant blend of science, nature, and modern architecture for your wedding festivities. Perfect for browsing couples who want a setting that stands out, this Minnesota gem invites you to celebrate amidst world-renowned natural history dioramas, striking white pine features, and state-of-the-art galleries. From intimate rehearsal dinners to grand museum-wide receptions, their dedicated staff and customizable packages ensure your wedding is as legendary as the exhibits.


Our event spaces

Bell Museum

From stargazing on the rooftop to marrying under the cosmos in the planetarium, enjoy modern elegance inside the light-filled Horizon Hall.

The Bell Museum boasts unforgettable backdrops for every wedding event. Exchange vows directly beneath the cosmos in the digital Whitney and Elizabeth MacMillan Planetarium, or host a grand celebration in the light-filled Horizon Hall. For intimate rehearsal dinners or pre-wedding gatherings, The Nucleus offers a warm atmosphere tucked right inside the Minnesota Journeys gallery, showcasing native white pine woodwork and integrated audiovisual capabilities. Guests can also step outside to enjoy the crisp air and stargazing opportunities on the beautiful outdoor rooftop observation deck.

Guest capacity

120-600 Seated

Up to 600 Standing

Guests often feel this space is

“Fun and festive”

Included in this room:

• Nearby local breweries and hotels • Outdoor plaza(s) access • Set list of approved caterers (see below) • In-house tables and chairs • Set-up and tear-down of event tables and chairs • Venue Manager and Onsite Event Associate • 120 parking spaces • In-house A/V equipment

Bell Museum

From stargazing on the rooftop to marrying under the cosmos in the planetarium, enjoy modern elegance inside the light-filled Horizon Hall.

The Bell Museum boasts unforgettable backdrops for every wedding event. Exchange vows directly beneath the cosmos in the digital Whitney and Elizabeth MacMillan Planetarium, or host a grand celebration in the light-filled Horizon Hall. For intimate rehearsal dinners or pre-wedding gatherings, The Nucleus offers a warm atmosphere tucked right inside the Minnesota Journeys gallery, showcasing native white pine woodwork and integrated audiovisual capabilities. Guests can also step outside to enjoy the crisp air and stargazing opportunities on the beautiful outdoor rooftop observation deck.

Guest capacity

120-600 Seated

Up to 600 Standing

Guests often feel this space is

“Fun and festive”

Included in this room:

• Nearby local breweries and hotels • Outdoor plaza(s) access • Set list of approved caterers (see below) • In-house tables and chairs • Set-up and tear-down of event tables and chairs • Venue Manager and Onsite Event Associate • 120 parking spaces • In-house A/V equipment


Available services that can be provided by Bell Museum

Services & amenities

  • Catering services
  • Clean up
  • Dance floor
  • Event coordinator
  • Event rentals
  • Liability insurance
  • Lighting/Sound
  • On-site accommodations
  • Set up
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Wifi

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