Wedding Festivities

A unique waterfront venue rich in history!

Our museum is nestled in the heart of downtown Newport, where salty breezes meet the legends of sailing. This unique space is ideal for all your wedding events—engagement parties, bridal showers, rehearsal dinners, and more!

Host your special event in a historic Newport landmark. With a perfect blend of tradition and innovation, every gathering here becomes a cherished memory, surrounded by captivating exhibits and stunning waterfront views.

Our team is dedicated to helping you plan an extraordinary event, providing expert advice and vendor recommendations to make it truly memorable. We’ll be on-site to ensure everything runs smoothly!

  • Table set for dinner
  • Bartender preparing cocktails
  • Table with food

The entire evening was a huge success! We entertained 140 guests for 3 hours with an open bar and heavy hors d’oeuvres. The space is colorful, warm, welcoming and fun! Planning this event from PA was turnkey and stress-free. As the hostess, I knew that everything was taken care of, and I was able to relax and enjoy the evening as if I were a guest!

Jennifer McGrath

Venue Overview

We offer three flexible space options, staged across two levels, to create your special event:

Entire Museum

  • Seated Capacity – up to 120
  • Cocktail Capacity – up to 320
Event serving station
Charcuterie board

Schoonmaker Hall

  • Seated Capacity – up to 100
  • Cocktail Capacity – up to 300
Schoonmaker Hall table seating
Schoonmaker Hall seating

Mosbacher Room with Dorade Deck

  • Seated Capacity – up to 16 (20 with an added table) 
  • Cocktail Capacity – up to 45
Mosbacher Room
Dorade Deck

New Harbor View Deck – Coming May 2025

We’re thrilled to unveil our new harbor view deck, located off Schoonmaker Hall on the first floor! Set to open just in time for warmer weather, it’s the perfect addition for events and visitors, offering stunning views and unforgettable sunsets — a perfect complement to the maritime experience.

Harbor View Deck - Sketch
  • Flowers
  • Flowers and candles
  • Guests

Contact Us Today

Interested in hosting an event at the museum? Personalization is our specialty, and we thrive on getting creative with our clients! We’ve included recommended capacities and space suitability, but if your needs exceed these guidelines or aren’t fully captured, we’d be delighted to discuss your event’s specific priorities and how the museum can accommodate them. Please feel free to inquire.

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