Delaware Art Museum


Raw space venue

The venue will provide just the space. You’ll bring in your own caterer and vendors.

Full wedding (ceremony and reception) pricing

Starting at $2,500

Guest capacity

Up to 150 seated guests


About this venue

The Delaware Art Museum is a modern museum and wedding venue located in the historic setting of Wilmington. This unique space is complete with engaging art exhibits and an outdoor Sculpture Garden. Inside, Fusco Hall features towering ceilings, dramatic arched windows, and beautiful Chihuly glasswork. This inspired space is perfectly suited for an evening of dinner and dancing. Couples can make a photo-worthy grand entrance on East Court's contemporary staircase, while ceremonies can be held in the serene Labyrinth or Sculpture Garden. After, your guests can explore the art galleries or catch the sunset and mingle over a glass of wine during cocktail hour on North Terrace. This venue can accommodate weddings of up to 150 guests. Photo Credits include Stacy Hart Photography, Dex Lifestyle Photography, Marie’s Studio, Wil Weiner Photography, Kate Hurley Photography, Moonloop Photography, and RM Photos.


Our event spaces

Fusco Hall

Our most popular reception venue

High ceilings and arched windows make Fusco Hall ideal for elegant, seated dinners or standing cocktail receptions. This main event space connects easily with galleries and secondary indoor or outdoor spaces.

Guest capacity

120-150 Seated

100-175 Standing

Ideal for

Wedding ceremony, Wedding reception, Rehearsal dinner, Welcome party, Cocktail hour, Engagement party

East Court

Perfect for indoor ceremonies, cocktail hour, and intimate gatherings.

East Court’s chic contemporary feel is highlighted by a dramatic modern staircase. This asymmetric space adjoins multiple galleries and the Museum Gift Shop.

Guest capacity

50-100 Seated

50-125 Standing

Ideal for

Wedding ceremony, Wedding reception, Welcome party, Cocktail hour, Other

North Terrace

Your favorite Happy Hour spot!

With a beautiful view of the Sculpture Garden, North Terrace offers outdoor space with partial shade under a modern pergola and is designed for cocktail or happy hour. Tenting can be added for larger events.

Guest capacity

50-150 Seated

50-175 Standing

Ideal for

Wedding reception, Rehearsal dinner, Welcome party, Cocktail hour, Engagement party, Other

Labyrinth

Intimate Ceremony Spot

The Labyrinth, a circular one-way path inside of a former reservoir, provides a serene and visually exquisite location for intimate ceremonies and gatherings.

Guest capacity

Up to 75 Seated

Up to 75 Standing

Ideal for

Wedding ceremony

Fusco Hall

Our most popular reception venue

High ceilings and arched windows make Fusco Hall ideal for elegant, seated dinners or standing cocktail receptions. This main event space connects easily with galleries and secondary indoor or outdoor spaces.

Guest capacity

120-150 Seated

100-175 Standing

Ideal for

Wedding ceremony, Wedding reception, Rehearsal dinner, Welcome party, Cocktail hour, Engagement party

East Court

Perfect for indoor ceremonies, cocktail hour, and intimate gatherings.

East Court’s chic contemporary feel is highlighted by a dramatic modern staircase. This asymmetric space adjoins multiple galleries and the Museum Gift Shop.

Guest capacity

50-100 Seated

50-125 Standing

Ideal for

Wedding ceremony, Wedding reception, Welcome party, Cocktail hour, Other

North Terrace

Your favorite Happy Hour spot!

With a beautiful view of the Sculpture Garden, North Terrace offers outdoor space with partial shade under a modern pergola and is designed for cocktail or happy hour. Tenting can be added for larger events.

Guest capacity

50-150 Seated

50-175 Standing

Ideal for

Wedding reception, Rehearsal dinner, Welcome party, Cocktail hour, Engagement party, Other

Labyrinth

Intimate Ceremony Spot

The Labyrinth, a circular one-way path inside of a former reservoir, provides a serene and visually exquisite location for intimate ceremonies and gatherings.

Guest capacity

Up to 75 Seated

Up to 75 Standing

Ideal for

Wedding ceremony


Available services that can be provided by Delaware Art Museum

Services & amenities

  • Clean up
  • Set up
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Wifi

Transportation & access

  • Self parking - free
  • Wheelchair accessible

Rentals

  • Barware
  • China
  • Flatware
  • Glassware
  • Lighting
  • Standard Chairs

Reviews

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  • EJ

    Emily J.

    Rating: 5
    Jul 9

    Absolutely recommend! 10/10

    We got married at the Delaware Art Museum and couldn't be happier with our choice. From the start, their team got back to us right away with clear, helpful answers to every question we had. They connected us with Savora Catering, which turned out to be perfect for our reception, and they provided us with a detailed timeline for the day that kept everything running smooth. The museum itself felt dreamy and welcoming, with beautiful spaces that made our guests feel special the moment they walked in. It's such a classy backdrop for a wedding, and we loved how open and supportive the staff was throughout the whole process. If you want a timeless venue with a team that actually cares, we'd recommend the Delaware Art Museum in a heartbeat.


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Yes, all of our preferred caterers allow you to supply your own alcohol that their licensed staff will serve.
Yes, free onsite parking is available in our parking lot, or guests may street park on Kentmere Parkway.
Yes, all our facilities are wheelchair accessible.
Your booking includes eight hours from start to finish, including 2 hours of event set up and one hour of event break down, and five hours of event time.
Yes, all weddings and events require special event insurance.