Ships of the Sea Maritime Museum
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The venue will provide the space, plus a few extras.
Full wedding (ceremony and reception) pricing
Starting at $10,000
Guest capacity
Up to 250 seated guests
About this venue
Ships of the Sea Maritime Museum offers one of Savannah’s most enchanting wedding settings — a hidden garden estate in the heart of the Historic District. Centered around the 1819 William Scarbrough House, the property features the largest private gardens in downtown Savannah, creating a lush, intimate backdrop for ceremonies and portraits. Receptions take place in the North Garden Assembly Room, a stunning open-air pavilion draped in warm bistro lighting, surrounded by greenery, and spacious enough to host up to 250 guests for dinner and dancing. The entire two-acre estate is yours exclusively for the evening, blending historic charm with modern event comfort to create a truly unforgettable celebration.
Our event spaces
Scarbrough Garden
A lush, intimate garden terrace featuring two stunning ceremony backdrops: the historic mansion or the romantic pavilion.
The Scarbrough Garden offers a dreamy, intimate setting for ceremonies with two stunning backdrop options. Couples may walk out from the historic 1819 Scarbrough House for a grand architectural moment, or choose the lush pavilion framed by greenery for a softer, romantic feel. Surrounded by blooming garden paths and historic charm, this terrace creates unforgettable “I do” moments in Savannah’s most serene garden.
Guest capacity
75-100 Seated
75-100 Standing
Square footage
2,400
Ideal for
Wedding ceremony, Rehearsal dinner, Engagement party, Elopement
Guests often feel this space is
“Relaxed”
Room cost
Included in total venue pricing
Pergola & Maple Grove
A dreamy maple-shaded garden with a romantic pergola—an intimate spot for cocktails, portraits, and open-air dining.
The Maple Grove and Pergola create a romantic, tree-canopied garden setting perfect for cocktail hour, portraits, and relaxed outdoor dining. With ample space beneath the trident maple canopy and an adjoining 40'×14' pergola, this area offers a serene, shaded atmosphere that blends beautifully into the surrounding gardens. Guests love mingling, sipping drinks, and enjoying the scenery in this intimate garden retreat.
Guest capacity
200-250 Seated
350-400 Standing
Square footage
1,200
Ideal for
Rehearsal dinner, Wedding shower, Welcome party, Farewell brunch, Couples luncheon, Cocktail hour, Engagement party, After party, Elopement, Other
Guests often feel this space is
“Warm and cozy”
Included in this room:
Use of the Maple Grove & 40'×14' Pergola Bistro string lighting in the pergola area In-ground uplighting illuminating the maple canopy Ten 30" round cocktail tables included Thirty chairs included Approved bar placement area Shaded garden space ideal for cocktail hour or photos Flexible layout for mingling or outdoor dining Access to surrounding garden paths for portraits
Room cost
Included in total venue pricing
Assembly Room
A glowing, open-air pavilion with bistro lights, soaring beams, and space for up to 250 guests—perfect for elegant receptions and dancing.
The Assembly Room is a stunning 5,400 sq ft open-air pavilion designed for elegant receptions. Framed by wooden beams and illuminated by built-in bistro string lights, the space seats up to 250 guests for dinner or over 550 in theater style. Couples enjoy access to the on-site bridal suite with private shower, spacious restrooms, and the perfect setting for dancing, dining, and live music beneath the garden canopy.
Guest capacity
200-250 Seated
200-250 Standing
Square footage
5,400
Ideal for
Wedding reception, Rehearsal dinner, Wedding shower, Welcome party, Farewell brunch, Engagement party, After party, Elopement, Other
Guests often feel this space is
“Luxurious and chic”
Included in this room:
5,400 sq ft open-air pavilion Built-in bistro string lighting Limited stage lighting + sound system Seats up to 250 at round tables (tables & chairs rented separately) Bridal suite (green room) with private shower Large multi-stall restrooms Museum bar may be used in this area Exclusive use during rental hours Access to surrounding North Garden spaces
Room cost
Included in total venue pricing
Scarbrough Garden
A lush, intimate garden terrace featuring two stunning ceremony backdrops: the historic mansion or the romantic pavilion.
The Scarbrough Garden offers a dreamy, intimate setting for ceremonies with two stunning backdrop options. Couples may walk out from the historic 1819 Scarbrough House for a grand architectural moment, or choose the lush pavilion framed by greenery for a softer, romantic feel. Surrounded by blooming garden paths and historic charm, this terrace creates unforgettable “I do” moments in Savannah’s most serene garden.
Guest capacity
75-100 Seated
75-100 Standing
Square footage
2,400
Ideal for
Wedding ceremony, Rehearsal dinner, Engagement party, Elopement
Guests often feel this space is
“Relaxed”
Room cost
Included in total venue pricing
Pergola & Maple Grove
A dreamy maple-shaded garden with a romantic pergola—an intimate spot for cocktails, portraits, and open-air dining.
The Maple Grove and Pergola create a romantic, tree-canopied garden setting perfect for cocktail hour, portraits, and relaxed outdoor dining. With ample space beneath the trident maple canopy and an adjoining 40'×14' pergola, this area offers a serene, shaded atmosphere that blends beautifully into the surrounding gardens. Guests love mingling, sipping drinks, and enjoying the scenery in this intimate garden retreat.
Guest capacity
200-250 Seated
350-400 Standing
Square footage
1,200
Ideal for
Rehearsal dinner, Wedding shower, Welcome party, Farewell brunch, Couples luncheon, Cocktail hour, Engagement party, After party, Elopement, Other
Guests often feel this space is
“Warm and cozy”
Included in this room:
Use of the Maple Grove & 40'×14' Pergola Bistro string lighting in the pergola area In-ground uplighting illuminating the maple canopy Ten 30" round cocktail tables included Thirty chairs included Approved bar placement area Shaded garden space ideal for cocktail hour or photos Flexible layout for mingling or outdoor dining Access to surrounding garden paths for portraits
Room cost
Included in total venue pricing
Assembly Room
A glowing, open-air pavilion with bistro lights, soaring beams, and space for up to 250 guests—perfect for elegant receptions and dancing.
The Assembly Room is a stunning 5,400 sq ft open-air pavilion designed for elegant receptions. Framed by wooden beams and illuminated by built-in bistro string lights, the space seats up to 250 guests for dinner or over 550 in theater style. Couples enjoy access to the on-site bridal suite with private shower, spacious restrooms, and the perfect setting for dancing, dining, and live music beneath the garden canopy.
Guest capacity
200-250 Seated
200-250 Standing
Square footage
5,400
Ideal for
Wedding reception, Rehearsal dinner, Wedding shower, Welcome party, Farewell brunch, Engagement party, After party, Elopement, Other
Guests often feel this space is
“Luxurious and chic”
Included in this room:
5,400 sq ft open-air pavilion Built-in bistro string lighting Limited stage lighting + sound system Seats up to 250 at round tables (tables & chairs rented separately) Bridal suite (green room) with private shower Large multi-stall restrooms Museum bar may be used in this area Exclusive use during rental hours Access to surrounding North Garden spaces
Room cost
Included in total venue pricing
Available services that can be provided by Ships of the Sea Maritime Museum
Services & amenities
- Bar services
- Dressing room / Bridal Suite
- Event staff
- Pet friendly
- Wheelchair accessible
- Wifi
Transportation & access
- Self parking - free
- Wheelchair accessible
Reviews
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Garden Oasis in the heart of The Historic District
Ships of the Sea Maritime Museum is one of our favorite Wedding venues in the city. The staff is fabulous and the communication from the venue manager, Nicole, is always timely, professional and attentive. They are incredibly easy to work with and quick to respond to any questions or requests. The grounds are beautiful, and the attention to detail throughout the planning process always makes for a smooth execution on Wedding Day. We highly recommend Ships Of The Sea to any couples looking for a stunning, one-of-a-kind wedding venue.
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