PAFA - Pennsylvania Academy of the Fine Arts
Guest capacity
Up to 350 seated guests
About this venue
The Pennsylvania Academy of Fine Arts boasts two unique event spaces: The Historic Landmark Building houses the oldest art school and museum in the Country with world-renowned architecture by Furness & Hewitt. Featuring classic Victorian Gothic details, the ambiance of this memorable space offers unique entertaining locations for intimate and large groups. The Hamilton Building is an expansive turn-of the century car showroom that has found new life, reinvented as a modern gallery space with views of downtown and direct proximity to the Pennsylvania Convention Center. The Hamilton Building offers the unique opportunity to dine among our rotating exhibitions.
Our event spaces
- Rotunda (Historic Landmark)
- Tuttleman (Hamilton Building)
- All Galleries (Hamilton Building)
- Cast Hall (Historic Landmark)
- Washington Foyer (Historic Landmark)
- Gallery Level (Historic Landmark)
- Lenfest Plaza
- Annenberg (Hamilton Building)
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Available services that can be provided by PAFA - Pennsylvania Academy of the Fine Arts
Services & amenities
- Bar services
- Catering services
- Clean up
- Dressing room / Bridal Suite
- Event rentals
- Event staff
- Liability insurance
- Service staff
- Set up
- Wheelchair accessible
- Wifi
Transportation & access
- Self parking - paid
- Wheelchair accessible
Rentals
- Barware
- Chiavari Chairs
- China
- Flatware
- Glassware
- Linens
- Standard Chairs
Reviews
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5.0 (1 review)
THE Best
As a vendor in the industry, I work in dozens if not hundreds of venues every year. Working with the team at PAFA is always a highlight for us. Their expectation and communication is clear. Their clients love them and in turn you can tell they feel the same. The venue is one of a kind.... truly magical. Their offering, care, attention and heart are all obvious in working with the PAFA team.
More wedding services from PAFA - Pennsylvania Academy of the Fine Arts
PAFA is the Oldest Museum in the country and has two lovely buildings, each able to host your ceremony, cocktail hour, and/or reception in one or both buildings depending on your wedding guest count, aesthetic, and vision.
The Historic Landmark Building (HLB) is a stunning piece of American architecture with stone columns, deep navy and reds, with gilded gold finishes. The Hamilton Building (HAM) is a lovely space from the early 1900s that has been renovated to be very chic and fresh; it has lots of white columns and floor to ceiling windows that overlook Broad Street
Yes! Specifically designed for couples who want a one-of-a-kind wedding experience with jaw-dropping backgrounds in lieu of a large celebration. In partnership with some of our favorite vendors, PAFA is offering couples one of three uniquely created packages to fit every vision and budget. Contact us for more information!
Your ceremony, cocktail hour, and reception are all included in your 6 hour rental. In addition, event security (including coatcheck), housekeeping, our collection of in-house tables and gold chiavari chairs, and a venue coordinator to assist during planning and on the day of the event are available. We don't add set up fees, taxes, or gratuity - no hidden fees!
We have a list of preferred vendors that do a fabulous job in the museum and are highly recommended. We are also happy to give advice on vendors we love, just ask!
We have two catering teams, 12th Street Catering and Constellation Culinary. They both do a fantastic job, and keep a sales manager at PAFA. Each varies in price, kitchen style, and personality. Both menus are diverse and have a wide range of options, everything is customized. They range in price from $175-$190/person for full packages that include everything you'll need for an amazing experience.
Yes, you may bring in a cake from an outside vendor. Both catering teams offer a number of dessert displays and options, but depending on your vision we know fantastic bakers who create cakes as delicious as they are beautiful.
Follow us on social media! More photo inspiration can be found on our @PAFA_Weddings Instagram account.
We would love to have you! Contact Kate Young, PAFA's Director of Events, at KYoung@PAFA.org.
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