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The Penn Museum is the perfect space to host your next special event.

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A reception in the Egypt Gallery, as seen through the Asia Gallery.
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The food was absolutely delicious and the venue was gorgeous. If I had to do it all again, I wouldn't change a thing!
Briana

Designed in the 1890s, this beautiful historic building located on the University of Pennsylvania’s campus is one of Philadelphia’s premier unique venues. The Penn Museum is a 300,000 square-foot gem with exterior details including glass mosaics by the Tiffany Glass Company, sculptures by Alexander Stirling Calder, and marble medallions by John Ross of New York City. The Museum houses one-of-a-kind artifacts acquired from over 300 archaeological and anthropological expeditions, and we invite you and your guests to discover the world in just one night. Stunning event space and priceless collections make the Penn Museum an unparalleled event experience! We welcome all wedding ceremonies and receptions, mitzvahs, corporate, and philanthropic events!

A corporate dinner in the Museum.

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We welcome all wedding ceremonies and receptions, mitzvahs, corporate, and philanthropic events.

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Chinese Rotunda Reception Scene. Sphinx Gallery. Pepper Hall. Upper Egypt Gallery.

Seated reception: 300; Standing reception: 600
Under the breathtaking 90-foot dome, a marvel of early 20th-century engineering, you’ll be surrounded by the art of ancient China. Our largest event space.

Seated reception: 120; Standing reception: 175
Entertain your guests in this newly renovated event space featuring the magnificent Sphinx of Ramses II. Beautiful arched windows and grand marble staircases dating from the late- 19th century bring a touch of history to this contemporary space.

Seated reception: 80; Standing reception: 160
Beautiful architectural details including high arched ceilings and marble/glass floors make the perfect setting for a ceremony or cocktail reception. Grand wooden doors open out onto a spectacular view of the Warden Garden.

Seated reception: 220; Standing reception: 400
Amidst Pharaohs of Egypt, the Egyptian Upper Gallery offers a unique setting for any celebration. This space is flexible enough to accommodate presentations, dancing, or a dinner party.

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The Museum houses one-of-a-kind artifacts acquired from over 300 archaeological and anthropological expeditions, and we invite you and your guests to discover the world in just one night. Stunning event space and priceless collections make the Penn Museum an unparalleled event experience!

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The Penn Museum takes its role as steward of our priceless collections and historic structure seriously. Every event is closely monitored by appropriate museum security personnel and systems to ensure the safety and preservation of the cultural, historic, and architectural materials on our premises.