Weddings and Event Rentals at The Bishop

Jeanie Kirkpatrick Boardroom

The Jeanie Kirkpatrick Boardroom is just off the South Courtyard and has an underwater view of the Parker Manatee Rehabilitation Habitat. The space can be used for couples to get ready for a wedding, baby, or bridal shower, as well as luncheons and meetings for all your business needs. It’s the perfect solution for an intimate gathering, equipped with a projector and screen, a kitchenette, and spacious bathrooms. There is direct access from the main sidewalk in front of the Museum for easy load in and out.

Riverside Plaza

Breathe in the smell of the waterfront while your eyes take in the beautiful scenery of the Riverside Plaza. This space boasts a hefty guest capacity of 400, making it perfect for galas, large weddings, or corporate family event days. Say, “I do,” under the mighty oak. Entice your employees with a corporate family fun day here with outdoor games perched on the West Garden. This space also includes the inside use of private, clean, large restrooms. The large, wood-planked wall is the perfect canvas for innovative design choices. Be bold and host your event here.

Planetarium Theater & Lobby

The Planetarium Theater sets a cosmic scene for ceremonies, proposals, company gatherings, and more. Take your event to the next galaxy with dome options, including an open night sky or a pre-made planetarium show with a capacity for 100 in theater-style seating. The Theater also allows for the projection of provided photos or slides. The Planetarium lobby, with a celestial painted ceiling, is excellent for an upscale cocktail hour, pre-wedding parties, and showers. An open floor plan allows guests to wander through stationed exhibits and socialize. Restrooms are located within the space and are adjacent to the gallery space, which can be added to make a combined experience at the Museum even more out of this world!

Cocktail Hour Spaces

Treat your guests to additional experience spaces throughout the Museum during cocktail hour. Indoor and outdoor options are available.

Cocktail Hour Spaces: $400/hour

5 cocktail tables included. Linens are an additional fee.

Gallery 2

Our newest additions are the indoor galleries, Gallery 2 and Gallery 3. These flexible spaces are perfect for intimate indoor gatherings such as rehearsal dinners, intimate receptions, or company parties. Gallery 2 has access to projectors to display slideshows for your event and glass pull-out walls to create divided areas for guest speakers or breakout sessions. Large spacious restrooms and a prep kitchen space are conveniently located within this space.

Gallery 3

Gallery 3 boasts an ample open space with floor-to-ceiling windows allowing natural lighting from the West Garden. Blank wall spaces allow for uplighting, projection, and imaginative decor design. Gallery 3 is perfect for photo booths and welcome tables and, when paired with the Mosaic Backyard Universe, is an ideal combination of wonder and discovery.

Mosaic Backyard Universe

Create joy and wonder amongst your guests in the Mosaic Backyard Universe with an intimate ceremony under the life-like mighty oak surrounded by stars and planets. This space is designed for groups to play and discover and is perfect for groups of all ages. The peaceful atmosphere creates a space for your next book club, poetry group, speaking engagement, or even a surprise proposal. Your guests will never forget this space that mixes the outdoors with the indoors while exploring the interactive, hands-on exhibits highlighting the world around us.