Perched on the bluffs overlooking the Mississippi River and the Minneapolis skyline, Frank Gehry's imaginative design of stainless steel and brick has made the Weisman Art Museum a prominent architectural landmark. Inside, pale wood and cascading light come together in what The New York Times called "five of the most gorgeous galleries on earth."
Several spaces within the Weisman are available for rental and make unique settings for private events such as banquets, receptions, conferences, seminars, meetings, and intimate dinners.
Anyone may rent the Weisman Art Museum, however, museum spaces cannot be used for events that are primarily commercial, political, or religious.
Rental Areas
The Dolly Fiterman Riverview Gallery
With its many river views and breathtaking clerestory lighting, this gallery is an ideal spot for a large reception or dinner. Accommodates up to 180 for dinner and up to 350 for a reception.
The William G. Shepherd Room
A carpeted lecture space equipped with a projection booth, large motorized screen, projectors, podium, and platform. Accommodates 120 in lecture-style seating as a flat-floor auditorium. Can also be arranged with seminar or conference tables or opened up to become part of the adjacent Dolly Fiterman Riverview Gallery for large dinners and receptions. The capacity of the combined spaces is up to 200 for a seated dinner and up to 500 for a reception
The Weisman Family Seminar Room
An excellent conference space for small groups of 25 seated around seminar tables or 30 when arranged in theater style. Also available for intimate dinners and receptions. This room is equipped with a motorized screen.
Other areas of the museum, including the exhibition galleries and terraces, are not available for public rental. However, arrangements can be made in advance to have these spaces open during private events.
Rental Guidelines
Events may be held from 8:00 AM to midnight. Museum-sponsored educational programs and co-sponsored events have first priority for the use of museum space. Smoking is not permitted in the Weisman Art Museum. Food and beverages are not allowed outside of the rental spaces. Red wine is prohibited in the entire building.
Renters must gain prior approval from the event coordinator for music and volume levels; photography; the use of candles, Sterno, or any flame; and decorations.
Renters must notify the event coordinator two weeks in advance of any arrangements made for delivery of equipment or materials. The museum loading dock is located at 333 East River Road.
To serve alcoholic beverages in the Weisman Art Museum, an application must be approved by the Office of the President of the University of Minnesota no later than 10 days prior to an event. By Regents' policy, no alcoholic beverages may be sold at any event held in the museum. A lease agreement and certificate of insurance for a general liability of one million dollars, stating the Regents of the University of Minnesota as additional insured, must be complete prior to the event. Insurance may also be purchased through the University of Minnesota Office of Risk Management.
Catering
The Weisman Art Museum does not operate on-site catering services. The following caterers – selected for their consistently high levels of quality and service – are approved for special event functions at the Weisman. Individuals and groups renting space at the Weisman must select a caterer from this approved list:
D'Amico and Partners Catering (612) 238-4444 Design Cuisine by Macy’s (612) 375-2931 Georgia Catering/Kafé 421 (612) 623-4900 Joseph Catering (612) 362-9634 Mintahoe Hospitality Group (612) 676-8900 Prom Catering (651) 501-8191 The Deco Catering (612) 623-4477 University Catering (612) 624-7173
The museum has a small caterers' kitchen located on the main gallery level. The kitchen is equipped with sinks, preparation areas, warming ovens, commercial refrigerator and freezer, icemaker, and dishwasher. Caterers must make special arrangements in advance to leave any equipment or materials in the museum past the conclusion of the event.
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