Venue FAQs

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Where Do I Park?

Answer

There is a pay-by-plate parking lot across the street from the museum entrance as well as overflow parking adjacent to the building near the intersection of Riverside Ave & Post St.

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What are important venue details?

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The ceremony will be outdoors in the gardens (on grass), and the reception will be indoors. It is a museum, so everyone will appreciate the cooler A/C temps.

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Can I explore the museum and gardens?

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Yes! The gardens and a few exhibit galleries will be open for guests up to two hours after the ceremony. Please note: No food or beverage inside art exhibit galleries but are allowed in outside gardens. Cocktail tables will be stationed in reception area to set down your beverage or snack. Please adhere to museum policies regarding exhibits and kindly watch your step in gardens near statues. No umbrellas, oversized handbags, or parcels larger than 12"x18" allowed in exhibit galleries.

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Can I smoke on property?

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Cummer Museum & Gardens is a smoke-free building. Smoking/vaping is permitted outside of the front building only, not inside the gardens. An ashtray is provided by the front entrance for your convenience.

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Are young children allowed?

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This is an adult only event unless specified by the bride and groom. Book your babysitters and enjoy an evening of fun and festivities!

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Any nearby restaurant/bar locations?

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There are several nearby rooftop bars & eateries that are open late (hours/menu vary). 1. River and Post Rooftop Lounge 1000 Riverside Ave #100 2. Hoptinger Bier Garden & Sausage House 1037 Park Street 3. Upstairs Lounge & Bartaco restaurant (ground floor) 1534 Oak Street Suite 101 4. Alder & Oak (ground floor) & Zorbas Rooftop Bar 400 Riverside Ave Unit 301A 5. Zunzibar 90 Riverside Ave Suite 601