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Carnegie Institution for Science

Venue highlights

Award winner
BYO
Valet parking

Venue details

Style:

Historic/Landmark Building, Ballrooms

Guest capacity:

Accommodates up to 150 guests

Services:

Ceremony / Reception

Indoor

Location:

1530 P Street NW
Washington, DC 20005

Awards:

Best wedding venues 2020

Description:

Nestled between Dupont Circle and Logan Circle in the heart of Washington, DC, the Carnegie Institution for Science presents brides and grooms a creative and elegant space to tie the knot. The venue is centrally located to nearby highways and airports for easy and convenient access. Positioned walking distance to many nearby attractions, the Institution is sure to impress your family and friends with plenty to do. Best suited for small to medium sized guest lists, Carnegie features several open floor plan spaces to host an intimate wedding and reception. Imagine saying ‘I do’ surrounded by romantic old-world architecture and countless historical details. Whether you prefer the inviting atmosphere of the Ballroom or the grand elements of the Rotunda, this venue makes it easy to create the wedding and reception you always dreamed of. If you seek a innovative and romantic setting to share your vows, all the Carnegie Institution for Science to make your wedding day one-of-a-kind.

Additional details

Service Options

Venue notes

2018 Rates
High-Season

(March, April, May, June, September, October)
Saturdays: $8,000 for 5 1⁄2 event hours, plus 3 move-in hours prior to the event and 1 1⁄2 move-out hours after the event.
Sundays: $6,700 for 5 1⁄2 event hours, plus 3 move-in hours prior to the event and 1 1⁄2 move-out hours after the event.
Fridays: $6,700 for 5 1⁄2 event hours, plus 2 1⁄2 move-in hours prior to the event and 1 1⁄2 move-out hours after the event.

Low-Season

(January, February, July, August, November, December)
Saturdays: $7,200 for 5 1⁄2 event hours, plus 3 move-in hours prior to the event and 1 1⁄2 move-out hours after the event.
Sundays: $5,900 for 5 1⁄2 event hours, plus 3 move-in hours prior to the event and 1 1⁄2 move-out hours after the event.
Fridays: $5,900 for 5 1⁄2 event hours, plus 2 1⁄2 move-in hours prior to the event and 1 1⁄2 move-out hours after the event.

A refundable security deposit of $750 is required.

Amenities and Restrictions

Amenities

- Bride's dressing area

- Dance floor

- Coat check room

- Tables and chairs provided

- Outdoor lighting

- Security

- Venue set up and clean up

- Day-of coordinator

- Kitchen for prep only

- Parking can be arranged

Restrictions

- BYO alcohol

- Venue must approve all decorations

- General liability insurance required

- No rice, birdseed, confetti, etc.

- Choose from a list for catering

- Amplified music OK indoors only

- Smoking outside only

- Alcohol must be served by licensed bartender/caterer

- Music must end by midnight

- Music end time is 11:00PM Sunday through Thursday

Amenities

- Bride's dressing area

- Dance floor

- Coat check room

- Tables and chairs provided

- Outdoor lighting

- Security

- Venue set up and clean up

- Day-of coordinator

- Kitchen for prep only

- Parking can be arranged

Restrictions

- BYO alcohol

- Venue must approve all decorations

- General liability insurance required

- No rice, birdseed, confetti, etc.

- Choose from a list for catering

- Amplified music OK indoors only

- Smoking outside only

- Alcohol must be served by licensed bartender/caterer

- Music must end by midnight

- Music end time is 11:00PM Sunday through Thursday

Links

Carnegie Institution for Science

Venue Highlights

Award winner
BYO
Valet parking

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