DuSable Museum of African American History

Indoor and outdoor spaces, BYO, Valet parking

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Starting at $9,704 for 50 Guests

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Starting at $9k for 50 Guests
Starting at $9k for 50 Guests

Venue capacity

up to 500

Starting price

$9K to start

Services

Ceremony / Reception
Indoor / Outdoor

DuSable Museum of African American History Overview

Located in the historic Hyde Park area of Chicago, the Dusable Museum of African American History not only unites art, history, and culture under one roof, but also offers a beautiful backdrop for weddings. Originally founded in the 1960’s, this venue boasts numerous spaces that are brimming with luxurious detail and history. Say your “I do’s” in the Illinois Black Legislator’s Auditorium, a magnificent theater-like space complete with designer lighting. Host a cocktail style reception or chic pre-function hour in one of the museum’s many galleries, each showcasing clean architecture, as well as significant artworks and artifacts of African American history. Utilize on of the museum auditoriums, featuring gallery-style lighting and expansive floorplans, for a more tradition sit-down dinner reception. As your celebration rages on, guests can explore everything that the museum has to offer, including finely curated exhibits about the march on Birmingham, Rosa Parks, segregation, Obama’s presidency, and much more.

Venue Notes

The rental fee is $7,500 for a ceremony and reception and includes 4 hours of event time excluding set up and clean up time. The fee for a ceremony only wedding is $3,000.

Amenities And Requirements

Amenities

Bride's dressing area
Chairs provided
Dance area
Day-of coordinator
Full kitchen facilities
Groom's dressing area
Large parking lot
Outdoor lighting
Piano available for an additional fee
Security
Venue set up and clean up
Wedding planning services

Requirements

- Alcohol must be served by licensed bartender/caterer- Amplified music OK indoors and outdoors- BYO alcohol- Choose from a list for catering- General liability insurance required- Music must end by 11:00PM- No rice, birdseed, confetti, etc.- Smoking outside only- Venue must approve all decorations