Top Texas Gala Museums

• 1 Gala Album
• Spaces for 12-500 Guests
• 3 Museums
• 13 Landmarks
• 13 Total Spaces

Experience the exceptional when you book your event at the National Medal of Honor Museum. Situated in the heart of Arlington, TX, our museum offers a collection of captivating event spaces suitable for your next gathering. Whether you’re planning a board meeting or a black-tie affair, the National Medal of Honor Museum has the right space for you. Conveniently located in Arlington’s Entertainment District, the museum is within walking distance from the brand-new Loews Arlington Hotel, Live! by Loews, Texas Live!, AT&T Stadium, and Globe Life Field. Let’s partner together to create an exceptional event experience from beginning to end.

• Spaces for 30-400 Guests
• 4 Museums
• 4 Landmarks
• 1 Event Space

Located in Dallas, the Perot Museum of Nature and Science offers a striking setting for corporate events, galas, receptions, and private celebrations. The museum features dramatic architecture, immersive exhibits, flexible event spaces, and skyline views that create an engaging backdrop for gatherings of all sizes. From elegant dinners to interactive receptions, the venue blends modern design with educational experiences that invite guests to explore throughout the event. With distinctive indoor and outdoor spaces, memorable photo opportunities, and a central location near downtown, the Perot Museum delivers an inspiring event experience unlike a traditional venue.

• Spaces for 30-300 Guests
• 1 Museum
• 2 Outdoor Spaces
• 4 Total Spaces

When you choose the Nasher Sculpture Center for your special event, you will have the opportunity to host your celebration in one of many beautiful locations. If it's an outdoor wedding ceremony you're interested in hosting, the beautiful gardens at the Nasher Sculpture Center are the perfect setting. However, if you're interested in a grand-scale corporate event, the indoor event spaces at the Nasher Sculpture Center will work perfectly for your gathering. Whether it's an intimate social event, bridal celebration, corporate function, or other day or night event, the staff at the Nasher Sculpture Center will work with you to customize your celebration. Your guests will be wow by all of the incredible artwork at the Nasher Sculpture Center. Works from Picasso, Matisse, Giacometti, Calder, Rodin, and other sculpture masters are on display at the Nasher Sculpture Center, and your guests will love browsing throughout the day or night. Delicious food is guaranteed when you book your special event at the Nasher Sculpture Center. We work with Wolfgang Puck Catering and their talented chefs and staff to customize event menus for every event held at the Nasher Sculpture Center.

• Spaces for 200-240 Guests
• 1 Museum
• 1 Bar
• 1 space at this venue

Wedding Receptions. Corporate Events. Private Parties: With its stunning location in the Modern Art Museum of Fort Worth and its serene, reflecting-pond backdrop, the Modern can host an impressive corporate event or the wedding reception of your dreams. From start to finish, our team of planning professionals will handle every detail of your event. Our staff will prepare your food with care and attention and will make sure your special event is a masterpiece. Just for weddings At the Modern, we know your wedding is one of the most important days of your life. That’s why we’re committed to doing everything possible to make sure it is flawless and memorable. Our facilities are without peer in the Dallas/Fort Worth area. Our staff is trained to treat you and your guests with the special attention you deserve on this special day. Our chef starts with only the freshest, most nutritious ingredients, and then prepares your food without shortcuts. To us, it’s all about creating a work of art.

• Spaces for 12-250 Guests
• 1 Museum
• 2 Bars
• 11 Total Spaces

The Olana is a grand, European-inspired estate in Hickory Creek, Texas, designed for galas, corporate events, and milestone celebrations that call for true scale and impact. From the moment guests arrive, dramatic architecture, sweeping staircases, ornate chandeliers, and art-filled interiors create an unmistakable sense of occasion. The estate's palatial grounds unfold across manicured gardens complete with terraces, fountains, and elegant stone pathways, offering a resort-caliber outdoor setting for receptions, brand activations, or al fresco entertaining beneath open skies. Inside, The Olana offers a rare diversity of spaces to suit any format or guest count. The light-filled Solarium and grand second-story Ballroom provide striking settings for large-scale dinners and celebrations, while The Drawing Room and two-story Library offer intimate, richly detailed backdrops for cocktail receptions and executive gatherings. For a distinctive touch, an indoor heated pool, private theater, and an entertainment wing featuring a basketball court and bowling alley bring unexpected energy to any program, while The Chanel Room offers a glamorous space for styling and photography. With its elevated atmosphere, architectural grandeur, and polished hospitality throughout, The Olana delivers an unforgettable setting for events that demand elegance, versatility, and lasting impression.

• Spaces for 100-400 Guests
• 3 Museums
• 1 Restaurant
• 3 Total Spaces

The George W. Bush Presidential Center in Dallas, Texas, is a beautiful wedding location. It's located on the campus of Southern Methodist University and provides couples with stunning views of urban and natural Texas landscaping. On their 15-acre estate, they provide both indoor and outdoor alternatives for your ceremony and celebration. The George W. Bush Presidential Center is a prominent and private location that is eager to help you realize your idea. At this secluded venue, couples can host up to 350 guests. Couples can celebrate at the George W. Bush Presidential Library and Museum's main lobby, towering Freedom Hall, and adjacent tented and climate-controlled Ceremonial Courtyard. For your ceremony, cocktail hour, and reception, you can use all three locations. The George W. Bush Institute has a stunning auditorium, a lovely Hall of State, and an outdoor Terrace with views of their Native Texas Park. It features high ceilings, open corridors, and plenty of natural light. The White House's design components can also be found at the Institute. Finally, couples may celebrate their wedding day in Cafe 43 at The Bush Center. This compact venue boasts lovely, modern interiors and is ideal for a rehearsal dinner or wedding shower. There's additional terrace seating with views of the Bush Center's Native Texas Park. This full-service facility can help you arrange your event so it goes off without a hitch. They have an in-house caterer and a bar, so you can take care of all of your culinary needs. You can even bring your own vendors in for a totally unique event.

• Spaces for 400-600 Guests
• 1 Museum
• 1 Restaurant
• 1 Landmark

The Modern can hold a spectacular business event or the wedding reception of your dreams because to its breathtaking setting in the picturesque city of Fort Worth, its calm, reflecting pond background, and the unique cuisine that is provided by Wolfgang Puck Catering. Our skilled team of seasoned planners and chefs handle all of the details from start to end, resulting in the creation of a completely unique event that tells your narrative through cuisine. Wolfgang Puck Catering consistently provides warm hospitality, artisan delicacies, and a degree of customized planning that is unrivaled in the business, regardless of the size, style, or season of the event. The group is committed to spreading the pioneering chef Wolfgang Puck's enthusiasm for the artistic side of the kitchen and quality that cannot be compromised. Please fill out and submit the inquiry form below or give us a call at 817-840-2175 if you would like to reserve one of our rental rooms, inquire pricing, discuss menu options, or receive more information about throwing your special event at The Modern Art Museum of Fort Worth.

• Spaces for 30-5,500 Guests
• 9 Museums
• 2 Theaters
• 9 Total Spaces

At Space Center Houston, scientific displays, artifacts, and exhibitions fill 250,000 square feet of indoor and outdoor space. Guests enjoy the exclusive catering service of Wolfgang Puck Catering all while being surrounded by a galaxy of rich history honoring humanity's brilliance and inventiveness. The Space Center Houston can host a wide range of events including business, non-profit, and social gatherings. Our venue's operations staff will collaborate with you to create a one-of-a-kind experience that will appeal to any audience and size, from small parties to large gatherings of 5,000 people. Regardless of the size, style, or season, Wolfgang Puck Catering always brings warm hospitality, handcrafted dishes, and a level of personalized planning that is unparalleled in the industry. The team is dedicated to sharing culinary pioneer Wolfgang Puck’s passion for culinary artistry and uncompromising quality.

• Spaces for 75-1,000 Guests
• 3 Museums
• 1 Bar
• 3 Total Spaces

Conveniently located in the heart of the Heights, just off the MKT Trail, ARTECHOUSE Houston is THE destination to experience Immersive, cutting edge Digital Art. The venue boasts 25’ ceilings, seamless wall to wall projection surfaces, multiple galleries filled with interactive art pieces, generous lobby space, an Extended Reality bar, and hyper real sound system. An ARTECHOUSE event comes turn key ready with our current exhibition on display, stocked with beautiful visuals and art pieces for your guests to explore. A full venue buyout includes access to our 270* Immersion Gallery Projection Room, beautiful lobby with floor to ceiling windows and XR bar, Gallery 1 great for off shoot dance parties or catering placement, the enthralling Infinity Room, cocktail ready Gallery 2, and museum enriching experiences in our Galleries 3 & 4. Perfect for the unique venue seeker trying to impress without the stress of figuring out decor. ARTECHOUSE is also endlessly customizable. Every screen you see in our venue has the ability to feature the content of your choosing. Whether you are launching a brand new product, celebrating a corporate success, presenting to your stake holders, or raising money for you non profit - our immersive spaces become your canvas. Whether you send us your content ready made or if you have our Incredible Studio team generate a WOW experience from your mood board, our Technical Operations team's inventive capabilities and our award-winning tech create bespoke experiences that will leave your guests talking about your event for years to come.

• Spaces for 15-1,500 Guests
• 1 Museum
• 11 Outdoor Spaces
• 11 Total Spaces

The Houston Botanic Garden opened Phase I of a 30-year masterplan in fall 2020 as a major addition to Houston’s cultural landscape and growing list of greenspaces. Our 132-acre site is located a short distance from downtown Houston and is filled with horticultural displays and walking trails. The Garden provides a place for visitors to learn about plants, conservation, and nature; connects Houstonians across different cultures and ethnicities; and closes an existing gap in the world-class city’s collection of amenities for residents and tourists. Proceeds from event rentals directly support the Garden’s mission to enrich life through discovery, education, and the conservation of plants and the natural environment. WEDDINGS Say “I Do” surrounded by natural beauty RECEPTIONS Celebrate life’s milestones in a climate-controlled tent with views of the garden or choose from selected outdoor spaces MEETINGS Host corporate luncheons, board retreats, and conferences BIRTHDAYS Rent our outdoor pavilion for children’s birthdays or other less formal events

• Spaces for 160-200 Guests
• 2 Museums
• 2 Landmarks

Celebrate your special event in Houston’s Historic Airport Terminal , a beautiful and rare example of classic Art Deco architecture from the golden age of flight. With its intimate setting and rich aviation history, our grand central space and museum exhibits will provide your guests with an unexpected and unique experience during your wedding or special event. Our event spaces are designed with versatility in mind and can accommodate various types of events ranging anywhere from weddings, rehearsal dinners, intimate receptions, private parties corporate meetings, conferences, trade shows, product launches, screenings, performances, and more.

• Spaces for 1,000-3,000 Guests
• 1 Museum
• 1 Landmark
• 1 Theater

The Morton H. Meyerson Symphony Center is an icon of artistic excellence. Celebrating its 25th Anniversary in the Dallas Arts District, the Meyerson Symphony Center was designed by Pritzker Prize-winning architect I.M. Pei and internationally-renowned acoustician Russell Johnson. The concert hall is home to the world-class Dallas Symphony Orchestra. The expansive lobbies and concert hall setting can accommodate a variety of functions or occasions, including: meetings and seminars; awards programs; trade shows & exhibits; weddings or graduations; seated banquets; receptions; photo and film shoots. In an atmosphere far from the ordinary, a special event at the Meyerson is one that guests will always remember.

• Spaces for 120-2,500 Guests
• 3 Museums
• 3 Landmarks

Experience events on the wild side! Whether it’s a cocktail reception, meeting, corporate picnic, wedding reception, or any occasion for 10 to 2500+ guests, the Houston Zoo offers a variety of unique events venues and untamed ideas to set your party apart from the herd. The Houston Zoo offers unique gathering spaces where groups, large and small, can have interactive and memorable experiences with colleagues, friends or loved ones, for any type of occasion. Whichever venue you choose, the event specialists at the Houston Zoo will work to bring your dream visions to life.

• Spaces for 200-1,200 Guests
• 2 Museums
• 2 Landmarks

The Frontiers of Flight Museum is located on Lemmon Avenue, in the southeastern corner of Dallas Love Field Airport, just south of the terminal building. It debuted in June 2004 and is a strikingly designed 100,000-square-foot building that includes more than 30 aircraft and space vehicles, more than a dozen thematic exhibitions, a 200-seat auditorium, specialized classrooms and conference spaces, as well as a children's discovery section. There are a variety of event rental and production choices available in two climate-controlled aircraft hangar-like structures that are connected by a connecting structure on both levels. The historic Mustang Aviation hangar, which has been in operation since the 1940s, is housed within the northern structure, which contains the original foundation and framework of the building. There is easy access to runways 13L-31R from the Museum's six-acre area, which also includes free illuminated and secure parking for 370 automobiles, with additional space available for overflow. When it comes to the Frontiers of Flight Museum, we aim for the stars! We are committed to offering an experience that will leave a lasting impact on our clients, whether it's accomplishing our purpose to educate, encourage, and inspire, or assisting them in planning and executing their most successful event to date! In addition to hosting small private meetings for 50 of your closest friends and coworkers, the Frontiers of Flight Museum can handle big events for up to 1000 people in one location. You can find everything you want here, whether it's something historical, futuristic, or just plain great. Your event will take place among historic planes and spacecraft, launching it into the stratosphere and providing your guests with a "oh wow" moment. A variety of layout possibilities allow us to tailor the space to your needs, and our great event partners will ensure that you have everything you need to make your event a success!

• Spaces for 1,000-2,200 Guests
• 1 Museum
• 1 Bar
• 1 space at this venue

The historic Longhorn Ballroom has been meticulously restored and offers high touch modern conveniences, while preserving the authenticity of its long and storied history. With state-of-the-art production capabilities, original art and its distinctly Texas vibe, this one-of-a-kind Ballroom is the premier place for private concerts, corporate events, charity fundraisers, convention gatherings, weddings, parties, meetings and more.

• Spaces for 50-350,400 Guests
• 4 Museums
• 4 Landmarks
• 2 Event Spaces

The Witte Museum is San Antonio’s premiere museum of South Texas history, culture, and natural science. Located in Brackenridge Park, on the banks of the San Antonio River, the Witte is conveniently located only minutes from Downtown in a tranquil area of San Antonio and offers a unique setting for any special event. The campus includes two auditoriums, a native plant garden, a courtyard with covered veranda lined by majestic oak trees, and several historic buildings from the Spanish Colonial period to the late 1800’s. The Witte has meeting and event spaces for groups of 10 up to 1,500 people. There are several rental packages available that allow for both indoor and/or outdoor use. The Witte also allows guests to rent the entire museum facility in the evenings for private events. The H-E-B Science Treehouse offers a rooftop view overlooking Brackenridge Park. The museum is the perfect setting for any special occasion that requires a distinctive and versatile location.

• Spaces for 350-500 Guests
• 1 Museum
• 1 Landmark

Use The Hall of State for your wedding, reception, party, non-profit event, corporate meeting or any affair that you want to break free from the standard ballroom setting. This shrine of Texas offers murals, marble and sculptures, as well as a theater, library, multiple exhibit spaces, VIP rooms and a lawn area to accommodate almost any event. And this work of art is just minutes from downtown Dallas!

• Spaces for 70-3,000 Guests
• 4 Museums
• 1 Restaurant
• 6 Total Spaces

From black tie to blue jeans and everything in between – events at the Fort Worth Zoo are something to roar about! Each detail is carefully considered and planned, allowing you to concentrate on your event and guests. We have venues for any type of event. Our lush, tropical landscaping or turn-of-the-century Texas Town creates an inviting atmosphere for your guests. Enticing culinary creations and lavish buffets are the expertise of our executive chef. Events at the Fort Worth Zoo are unique, easy to plan and customized to fit any budget.

• Spaces for 150-600 Guests
• 2 Museums
• 2 Landmarks
• 2 Outdoor Spaces

• Spaces for 100-900 Guests
• 6 Museums
• 6 Landmarks
• 1 Outdoor

It’s an intimate seated dinner surrounded by the brilliance of Houston Museum of Natural Science's Gems and Minerals Collection. An elegant corporate event in Houston Museum of Natural Science's state-of-the-art Wiess Energy Hall. Or a spectacular wedding reception for several hundred people held in the shadow of towering dinosaurs. With so many opportunities for creating imaginative atmospheres, the Houston Museum of Natural Science makes every event truly unforgettable. Houston Museum of Natural Science offers architecturally stunning and educationally rich spaces from which to choose in a complex that houses the Burke Baker Planetarium, Wortham GIANT Screen Theater, Cockrell Butterfly Center and four floors of magnificent natural science halls and exhibits. Create the ideal environment to fit any event from 20 to 5,000 guests at Houston Museum of Natural Science. From sophisticated and dramatic to out-of-this-world, the distinctive venues at Houston Museum of Natural Science offer beautiful settings beyond compare.