Bell Museum
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
Packages
Prices start 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
Bell Museum packages
Ceremony Only
120-200 guests
Peak pricing $4,000
Off-peak pricing $4,000
Our ceremony only package includes rental of either our Planetarium or Horizon Hall event spaces starting at 5pm. Our Planetarium offers seating for up to 120 guests and the opportunity to say "I do" under the stars rain or shine! Horizon Hall features floor to ceiling windows overlooking outdoor plaza spaces with beautiful native wildflowers perfect for photos!
- onsite event staff
- front desk and Facilities staff
- A/V
- insurance
Ceremony & Reception
120-225 guests
Peak pricing $7,500
Off-peak pricing $7,500
Our ceremony and reception package includes rental of our Planetarium and Horizon Hall event spaces starting at 5pm. Host your ceremony in our Planetarium and say "I do" under the stars rain or shine! Treat guests to a reception in Horizon Hall featuring floor to ceiling windows overlooking two outdoor plaza spaces carpeted in beautiful wildflowers and native species.
- onsite event staff
- front desk and Facilities staff
- A/V
- insurance
- Security
- setup and tear down of museum table and chairs
Horizon Hall Reception Only
120-225 guests
Peak pricing $6,500
Off-peak pricing $6,500
Our reception only package includes rental of our Horizon Hall event space starting at 5pm. This space features floor to ceiling windows over looking two outdoor plaza spaces carpeted with beautiful wildflowers and native species. Includes a lounge space that can be utilized to fit your event needs.
- onsite event staff
- front desk and Facilities staff
- A/V
- insurance
- Security
- setup and tear down of museum table and chairs
Full Museum
120-600 guests
Peak pricing $10,000
Off-peak pricing $10,000
Our full museum package includes rental of our Planetarium, Horizon Hall, and 2nd floor MN Journeys permanent exhibit gallery. Host your ceremony in our Planetarium and say "I do" under the stars rain or shine. Treat guests to cocktail hour in our MN Journeys permanent exhibit gallery where they can enjoy our world famous wildlife dioramas. Head down to Horizon Hall for an elegant reception featuring floor to ceiling windows overlooking our learning landscape and pond!
- onsite event staff
- front desk and Facilities staff
- A/V
- insurance
- Security
- setup and tear down of museum table and chairs
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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