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  Central Park Zoo

  E 64th St, New York, NY, USA

  • Spaces for 700-2,000 Guests
  • 1 Museum
  • 1 Landmark

  This tranquil oasis in the heart of Manhattan is one of the most idyllic locations in New York City. Whether sipping cocktails as our sea lions glide gracefully through the water or strolling through our lush gardens taking in the elegant architecture, you and your guests will be inspired by the exotic wildlife and breathtaking city skyline views. A unique, outdoor event space that is perfect for both cocktail receptions and seated dinners. This open space has the flexibility to accommodate a variety of event layouts. A nearly 200’ long, clear-top seasonal tent is included in the site fee, with options to add-on connecting tents for those events with larger guest counts; up to 700-seated. The moss-covered colonnades also provide for additional covered space, as well as a tranquil backdrop to any photo. Exclusive access to exhibits are available, based on sunset times. The Central Park Zoo is much more than just a zoo, it’s a premier event location! All event proceeds help support Wildlife Conservation Society’s mission to help save wildlife and wild places around the globe.

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  Cipriani Wall Street

  55 Wall St, New York, NY 10005, USA

  • Spaces for 50-2,000 Guests
  • 2 Museums
  • 2 Landmarks

  Cipriani Wall Street® stands as a triumph of Greek revival architecture, as well as a grand and luxurious venue for events. This New York landmark served as the home of the New York Merchants Exchange, the New York Stock Exchange, the United States Customs House, and the headquarters of the National City Bank. Framed by monolithic columns, Cipriani Wall Street® features a 70-foot ceiling with a Wedgwood dome. Impeccable attention to detail, the finest cuisine and classic service sets the stage for the most sought after social experiences. When you book your special event at Cipriani Wall Street, you will have the option to choose from multiple private event spaces. The Grand Ballroom is ideal for the largest events, while Cipriani Wall Street also has smaller, more intimate spaces for smaller-scale celebrations. No matter what type of event you're planning, the professionals at Cipriani Wall Street can help you celebrate your special occasion. Available Spaces & Capacities at Cipriani Wall Street: Grand Ballroom: Reception - 2000, Banquet - 900, Classroom - 700, Theater - 1700 Mezzanine: Reception - 300, Banquet - 900, Classroom - 50, Theater - 220 Stilton Room: Reception - 80, Banquet - 60, Classroom - 25, Theater - 50 Terrace 55: Reception - 60, Banquet - 50, Classroom - 25, Theater - 40

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  Guild Hall

  158 Main St, East Hampton, NY 11937, USA

  • Spaces for 40-299 Guests
  • 1 Museum
  • 1 Outdoor
  • 5 Total Spaces

  Guild Hall is the cultural heart of the East End: a museum, performing arts, and education center, founded in 1931. We invite everyone to experience the endless possibilities of the arts: to open minds to what art can be; inspire creativity and conversation; and have fun. Since 1931, Guild Hall has served East Hampton as a cultural mecca. Guild Hall presents more than 200 programs and hosts 60,000 visitors each year. The Museum holds six to eight exhibitions, ranging from the historical to the contemporary, and focuses on artists who have an affiliation with the Hamptons. The Theater produces more than 100 programs―including plays, concerts, dance, screenings, simulcasts, and literary readings―from the classics to new works. In addition to these endeavors, Guild Hall supports the next generation of artists with in-school and on-site Learning + New Works programs.

  Avg response time 1-2 days

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  Center for Jewish History

  15 W 16th St, New York, NY 10011, USA

  • Spaces for 12-400 Guests
  • 1 Museum
  • 1 Theater
  • 6 Total Spaces

  The Center for Jewish History in New York City illuminates history, culture, and heritage. The Center provides a collaborative home for five partner organizations: American Jewish Historical Society, American Sephardi Federation, Leo Baeck Institute, Yeshiva University Museum, and YIVO Institute for Jewish Research. The Center for Jewish History is home to the Lillian Goldman Reading Room, Ackman & Ziff Family Genealogy Institute, the David Berg Rare Book Room, and the Collection Management & Conservation Wing. Public programs create opportunities for diverse audiences to explore the rich historical and cultural material that lives within the Center's walls. The Center for Jewish History is conveniently located one block from Union Square. A unique venue for hosting dinners, conferences, receptions, family, and life-cycle events, it is surrounded by exhibition and gallery spaces.

  Avg response time 12-24 hrs

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  Bartow-Pell Mansion Museum

  895 Shore Rd, Bronx, NY 10464, USA

  • Spaces for 30-125 Guests
  • 2 Museums
  • 1 Outdoor
  • 2 Total Spaces

  The Bartow-Pell Mansion Museum, located in the Bronx's Pelham Bay Park and the only remaining big country estate in the city, covers the social history of the individuals who lived and worked on the estate during the nineteenth century. Less is more in this case. The mission of the Bartow-Pell Mansion Museum, which is the last remaining "great country estate" in the Bronx Pelham Bay Park, is to create a vibrant site through the preservation, restoration, and interpretation of the property and grounds for the benefit of the public throughout the greater New York City metropolitan area and beyond. In order to achieve our mission, we must do the following things: 1) protect, preserve, and restore the site's architecture, landscape, and collection; 2) interpret the site's history in compelling and innovative ways; and 3) develop dynamic education programs for students in grades K-12, adults, and families. In addition to being administered by the Bartow-Pell Conservancy, which is a proud partner member of the Historic House Trust and the New York City Department of Parks and Recreation, the Bartow-Pell Mansion Museum is home to the Bartow-Pell Mansion Museum.

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  Buffalo Niagara Heritage Village

  3755 Tonawanda Creek Rd, Buffalo, NY 14228, USA

  • Spaces for 30-350 Guests
  • 4 Museums
  • 1 Ballroom
  • 4 Total Spaces

  Buffalo Niagara Heritage Village is a 35-acre open-air museum and historic event venue in Amherst, New York, established by the Town of Amherst in 1972. The campus features ten 19th-century buildings relocated from sites across the region to preserve them from demolition — including historic homes, churches, a blacksmith shop, and one-room schoolhouses — alongside a working farmstead and an indoor museum housing a collection of over 40,000 artifacts. Private events unfold across several distinct rental spaces suited to gatherings of many sizes. The Ballroom accommodates up to 150 guests with tables, chairs, and AV equipment included; the outdoor Rotary Pavilion offers a casual open-air setting for up to 50; and the expansive Historic Green serves as an outdoor backdrop for receptions of up to 350 guests. A Conference Room is available for smaller corporate meetings and private gatherings of up to 30. Weddings, corporate functions, and social celebrations can be arranged through flexible ceremony and reception packages across the historic grounds.

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  Bayside Historical Society

  208 Totten Ave, Bayside, NY 11359, USA

  • Spaces for 125-150 Guests
  • 1 Museum
  • 1 Landmark
  • 1 space at this venue

  The Bayside Historical Society makes its home in The Castle, a Gothic Revival landmark building completed in 1887 as the Officers' Club for the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers at Fort Totten in Bayside, Queens. Designated a New York City landmark in 1974 and listed on the State and National Registers of Historic Places in 1986, the building has served as the Society's base of operations since 1984 following a major restoration. The Castle is available for private site rentals including weddings, celebrations, and reunions, accommodating up to 125 guests. Spaces include a grand ballroom with waterfront views, a sunlit reception hall with cathedral ceilings, an intimate dining room with an adjoining gallery, and a first-floor board room. Rental packages include tables and chairs, kitchen access for licensed caterers, coatroom service, and complimentary on-site parking.

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  National Museum of Mathematics

  11 E 26th St, New York, NY 10010, USA

  • Spaces for 150-300 Guests
  • 1 Museum
  • 1 Landmark

  The National Museum of Mathematics — known as MoMath — is Manhattan's only hands-on institution dedicated entirely to mathematics, and one of New York City's most distinctive settings for private events. The museum is available seven days a week for receptions, banquets, bar and bat mitzvahs, holiday parties, and more. Groups may rent a floor or the entire museum, giving guests exclusive access to the interactive exhibits with the help of trained interpreters. The Enigma Café serves as a natural gathering point for cocktail hours, and exhibits like the Square-Wheeled Tricycle and the Human Tree fractal installation give guests something to discover throughout the evening. For hosts who want to go further, MoMath's artist-in-residence can perform a live laser-cutting demonstration, or a custom scavenger hunt can be designed around the exhibit halls. Groups may select their own caterers and vendors; MoMath can provide a list of preferred partners on request.

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  Queens Museum

  New York City Building, Corona, NY 11368, USA

  • Spaces for 600-900 Guests
  • 1 Museum
  • 1 Landmark

  Spectacular views of the renowned Unisphere, contemporary architecture, 40-foot ceilings, and adaptable floor layouts make the Queens Museum the ideal site for weddings, bar/bat mitzvahs, gala fundraisers, corporate parties, and other special events. With the ability to host seated dinners for up to 600 people and larger cocktail events, the Museum provides an unparalleled ambiance for any event. Abigail Kirsch, a renowned caterer, will help with you every step of the way, providing turnkey event planning services for everything from unique menus to vendor selection. Additionally, the Abigail Kirsch team will take care of even the slightest things to guarantee that your event is completed properly. The Queens Museum, which recently underwent a $70 million renovation, is now the crown jewel of New York's most diverse borough. Instead of its historic location within the landmark Worlds Fair Grounds at Flushing Meadows Corona Park, the Queens Museum has a stunning, contemporary interior space that includes spacious halls and a dramatic glass staircase. Abigail Kirsch, a well-known catering professional, has partnered with us to provide you with comprehensive event planning services. Abigail will lead you through each stage of the planning process, ensuring that your vision is realized. With unrivaled expertise in event planning and execution, Abigail Kirsch can help you with anything from crafting personalized meals that reflect your personality to assembling a talented team of vendor partners. On Mondays and Tuesdays, the museum is available all day for meetings, trade shows, and break out sessions. Wednesday through Sunday, host morning events until noon, or evening events after 6:30 PM.

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  Harness Racing Museum & Hall of Fame

  240 Main St, Goshen, NY 10924, USA

  • Spaces for 125 Guests
  • 1 Museum
  • 1 Historic Space

  The Harness Racing Museum & Hall of Fame occupies a historic 1913 Tudor-style stable in downtown Goshen, New York — a town known as "The Cradle of the Trotter." Haughton Hall, the museum's primary event space, accommodates up to 125 guests indoors and opens to an adjacent patio, courtyard, and lawn for larger celebrations. The venue hosts a full range of private events, from weddings and bar and bat mitzvahs to corporate conferences, fundraisers, and family reunions. Ten approved caterers serve the venue, nine of whom hold liquor licenses for alcohol service. Standard rentals include tables, chairs, a screen, podium, microphone, and two hours of setup time. The museum is wheelchair accessible and sits on Main Street in downtown Goshen, one hour from Manhattan and minutes from Route 17.

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  The Merchant's House Museum

  29 E 4th St, New York, NY 10003, USA

  • Spaces for 100-150 Guests
  • 1 Museum
  • 1 Landmark

  The Merchant's House Museum is New York City's only family home to survive intact — inside and out — from the 19th century. Built in 1832 in the late-Federal and Greek Revival style, the Manhattan rowhouse carries triple landmark designation at the federal, state, and city levels, including National Historic Landmark status since 1966. It was the first building designated under New York City's 1965 Landmarks Preservation Law and remains one of only six residential interior landmarks in the city. The Tredwell family occupied the residence from 1835 until 1933, and more than 3,000 of their original belongings remain in place. The museum is also recognized as Manhattan's only documented site of the Underground Railroad open to the public. For private events, the venue accommodates up to 30 guests for intimate wedding ceremonies, garden elopements, and engagement photography sessions. The 19th-century rear garden serves as the primary ceremony setting; the Greek Revival double parlor and 1850s kitchen provide indoor alternatives when weather requires.

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  Atlantis Banquets & Events / Long Island Aquarium

  431 E Main St, Riverhead, NY 11901, USA

  • Spaces for 35-500 Guests
  • 6 Museums
  • 6 Landmarks
  • 10 Total Spaces

  We can accommodate weddings for groups ranging from 20 to 650 guests in any of our nine unique venues, including the modern and beautiful Sea Star Ballroom, which boasts sweeping views of the Treasure Cove Resort Marina and the Peconic River. Located within the Long Island Aquarium, which houses our most captivating and colorful aquatic habitats, the Coliseum Room is yet another ideal venue for your next event. It is possible to have your ceremony outside, in the Riverside Pavilion, which is located right on the banks of the river, or inside the Sea Star Ballroom, which has beautiful marble features and a stunning Chihuly inspired glass chandelier. One-of-a-kind event, only Atlantis Banquets & Events can incorporate the element of nature into your wedding with photo sessions featuring our penguin and sea lion exhibits, shark exhibit, or within our indoor and always tropical Butterfly Garden. It's important to have an unforgettable setting for your once-in-a-lifetime celebration. In addition to our waterfront location on the Peconic River and our spectacular aquatic displays, Atlantis Banquets & Events offers wedding packages that are tailored to fit your style, vision, and financial constraints. We recognize how important your wedding day is, and we will go above and beyond to make your experience one that will be remembered forever. As a result, we limit ourselves to one wedding at a given time. Nothing less than the best for you and your guests. Our knowledgeable staff will assist you in planning the perfect wedding, and we will provide you with innovative suggestions for hosting a reception that is truly unique and memorable!

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  Antique Boat Museum

  750 Mary St, Clayton, NY 13624, USA

  • Spaces for 45-225 Guests
  • 5 Museums
  • 2 Outdoor Spaces
  • 5 Total Spaces

  The Antique Boat Museum occupies a 4.5-acre waterfront campus in Clayton, New York, along the St. Lawrence River in the Thousand Islands region. Established in the 1960s and chartered under its current name in 1990, the museum is a nationally recognized institution dedicated to preserving North American maritime heritage. The campus encompasses ten exhibition buildings with 29,000 square feet of exhibits, 1,900 feet of dockage, and 1,300 feet of river shoreline. For private events, the museum offers a range of waterfront spaces — from open-sided porches overlooking the river to a large 80-by-40-foot tent and a fully covered yacht house featuring the in-water antique boat fleet. Event spaces accommodate groups of up to 60 guests, and the riverside setting makes weddings the museum's most popular rental type. Second-floor meeting rooms serve smaller corporate gatherings and retreats.

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  King Manor Museum

  150-03 Jamaica Ave, Jamaica, NY 11432, USA

  • Spaces for 200 Guests
  • 1 Museum
  • 1 Landmark

  Our stunning formal dining and entertainment room, which was built by the King Family in 1810, is part of the final enlargement that was added to the home to create the structure that is now known as King Manor. There are genuine Federal Period design components in the space, which were meant to produce a warm, bright environment in an era before electric lights, as well as great natural acoustics for music performance. Meetings, tiny wedding ceremonies, book readings, recitals, and other small private events are all possible in this space. However, while food and liquids are not permitted in our period rooms, we do have a large foyer where light snacks and drinks can be offered, as well as access to the backyard if needed. A more informal private space, our North Kitchen is ideal for off-site meetings, classroom sessions, a bridal party dressing room or storage space while your event is taking place. Within a New York City park, King Manor offers a huge backyard space that can accommodate renting tents up to 30 by 40 feet in size, making it ideal for larger occasions. Our venue is private and secure, making it an ideal setting for events such as weddings, board retreats, cocktail hours, and other gatherings. King Manor is ideally located near all main means of New York City public transportation, including the Long Island Railroad, three NYC Subway lines, and a plethora of bus routes, among others. We are also close to both JFK International Airport and LaGuardia Airport, making our historic mansion a convenient meeting location for everyone on your guest list during their visit.

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  Hammond Museum & Japanese Stroll Gardens

  28 Deveau Rd, North Salem, NY 10560, USA

  • Spaces for 75-300 Guests
  • 1 Museum
  • 1 Landmark

  The Hammond Museum and Japanese Stroll Garden is the perfect place to share quality time with family, friends and associates over a fine lunch, a large dinner party or any other special event. Your experience will be unique and unforgettable. The Hammond has always been known to the local people of Westchester as the “secret” destination. To those in the know, this is "an Oasis" for those seeking an artistically natural environment filled with peace, harmony and tranquility to replenish the soul. Whether you’re celebrating a special occasion, hosting a gathering of close friends or conducting a business meeting, the Hammond’s flexible indoor and outdoor spaces can be tailored to meet your event’s needs. The museum offers private event spaces from intimate gatherings to large-scale events of up to 300 guests. Your guests will enjoy private access to the explore the museum and gardens throughout your event.

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  Whitebox Art Center

  329 Broome St #1, New York, NY 10002, USA

  • Spaces for 70-200 Guests
  • 1 Museum
  • 1 Landmark

  WhiteBox is a non-profit contemporary art space in Manhattan, founded in 1998 as an alternative gallery in the then-nascent Chelsea neighborhood. Over more than two decades it has relocated across the city — to the Lower East Side, East Harlem, and most recently to Alphabet City in the East Village — sustaining 27 years of uninterrupted programming along the way. The space describes itself as a radically inclusive institution with a mission to remain freely accessible to everyone, prioritizing underserved communities through exhibitions, educational programs, and participatory projects. Its calendar spans contemporary art exhibitions, performances, artist conversations, and workshops, alongside recurring initiatives such as the FireHouse Lit Lounge, a cultural-literary-performance salon. Docent-led tours are offered in English, Spanish, and Chinese. Open Tuesday through Friday, WhiteBox offers a gallery setting in the East Village suited to exhibitions, cultural gatherings, and community-oriented events.

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  Queens Botanical Garden

  43-50 Main St, Flushing, NY 11355, USA

  • Spaces for 50-200 Guests
  • 1 Museum
  • 1 Landmark

  People, plants, and cultures are honored at Queens Botanical Garden (QBG), an urban sanctuary where magnificent gardens, innovative educational activities, and real-world applications of environmental stewardship come together in a beautiful urban setting. Featuring 39 acres of land and indoor facilities, our venue is a one of a kind setting for wedding ceremonies, receptions, and photographs. Wedding parties have been holding their big day at Queens Botanical Garden for many years - come discover why they choose this location. We guarantee that your special day will be spectacular, whether you choose the Garden as a background for your photographs, exchange your vows in our magnificent Wedding Garden, have your reception on our Terrace or in our Auditorium. The Garden is also a beautiful setting for special occasions like as bar or bat mitzvahs, birthday or graduation parties, showers, cocktail parties, and other gatherings. Wedding Garden is an intimate setting surrounded by flowering plants, wood bridges, and gazebo, and enclosed by a white picket fence. It gracefully blends elements of Eastern and Western garden design while evoking the refined elegance of the Victorian era. The Wedding Garden is open to the public and can be rented. QBG creates one-of-a-kind receptions for you and your guests that will be remembered forever. In addition to our Auditorium and Terrace, which are just steps away from the Wedding Garden, we also offer reception spaces. Our selected caterers provide delectable dishes that may be customized to meet your specific wishes and dietary requirements.

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  Southold Historical Society

  54325 NY-25, Southold, NY 11971, USA

  • Spaces for 140 Guests
  • 1 Museum
  • 1 Landmark

  The Southold Historical Museum was established in 1960 to "promote interest in and education about Southold's history, as well as to bring together those who wish to discover, acquire, preserve, maintain, and exhibit historic sites, buildings, and relics." Our mission has remained focused and clear since our inception. The Southold Historical Museum protects and interprets artifacts that engage, educate, and connect visitors to the history and culture of Southold. We support programs that encourage the long-term preservation of our cultural heritage. The Southold Historical Museum is one of the most important cultural institutions on Long Island's North Fork. The Museum, which opened in 1960, is dedicated to preserving and interpreting our region's rich history. The Museum does this through maintaining a headquarters and archive, as well as a number of historically noteworthy buildings that house some of the Museum's large collections. Enjoy! Territory Acknowledgement: The museum is situated on Corchaug Nation land. There is no history of Southold without the history of Corchaug. Our work is inextricably linked to the Corchaug people, as it has been for thousands of years. We pay our respects to the Indigenous Peoples of the past, present, and future. Weddings The museum grounds of the Southold Historical Society are located in the picturesque village of Southold, in the center of the North Fork. A stunning backdrop for your wedding day is provided by sprawling green lawns and over a dozen old structures. Buildings spanning from the 1750s to the 1900s are rich in history and charm, providing unique photo opportunities. The grounds are a great place for a memorable ceremony, with many antique homes, outbuildings, a schoolhouse, and barns as a backdrop.

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  Harlem Parish

  258 W 118th St, New York, NY 10026, USA

  • 1 Museum
  • 1 Landmark

  MADE IN 1897 AND COMPLETELY RE-IMAGINED IN 2017. ONE OF THE MOST ELEGANT AND INTIMATE SPACES IN NEW YORK CITY. A CURRENT FACILITY IN A SPACE THAT IS MORE THAN 100 YEARS OLD Take a look at everything that Harlem has to offer! The parish was founded in 1889 to serve a diverse range of immigrant groups that have changed over time. The current church building was constructed in 1907 to the designs of Thomas H. Poole & Company and dedicated the following year. The interior was renowned for its magnificent fan vaulting and celebrated German stained glass, among other features (from the still operating studio of Mayer of Munich, famed stained glass makers for the Holy See and Catholic churches around the world). "This church has no name, but its finely detailed neo-Gothic façade, which is prominently entered through an arcaded porch, demands attention," according to the AIA Guide to New York City.

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  The Jewish Museum

  1109 5th Ave, New York, NY 10128, USA

  • Spaces for 200-300 Guests
  • 1 Museum
  • 1 Landmark

  Located on New York City’s Museum Mile, the Jewish Museum is a museum at the intersection of art and Jewish culture for people of all backgrounds. Whether you visit our home in the landmark Warburg mansion on Museum Mile, or engage with us online, there is something for everyone. The Museum maintains a unique collection of nearly 30,000 works of art, ceremonial objects, and media reflecting the global Jewish experience over more than 4,000 years. Our distinguished exhibition history reveals a deep and rich exploration of Jewish culture and identity, and includes some of the most seminal exhibitions of the 20th and 21st centuries. Our dynamic education programs – from talks and lectures, to performances, to hands-on art making and more – serve a wide range of audiences, including families, teens, students, educators, and visitors with disabilities. As an art museum representing the diversity of Jewish culture and identity, the Jewish Museum believes in free expression and an open society. We embrace multiple viewpoints regardless of race, gender, national origin, or religion, and we oppose discrimination in all its forms. Our exhibitions and public programs provide platforms for cross-cultural dialogue, fostering empathy, mutual understanding, and respect. We champion the powerful roles art and artists can play in our communities, both inside and outside the Museum’s walls.

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