New Bedford Whaling Museum

Museum / Cultural in New Bedford, MA. Wedding venue pricing, packages and fees.

• Estimated cost: $3k–$10k est. rental for 120 guests
• Capacity: up to 160 guests
• Services: Venue rental only
• Address: 18 Johnny Cake Hill

Situated at 18 Johnny Cake Hill in New Bedford, Massachusetts, the New Bedford Whaling Museum is a cultural venue set among historic homes and cobblestone streets. The museum features several distinct event spaces, including the Harbor View Gallery, which has hardwood floors, a full glass wall, and a private terrace overlooking the harbor. Another key area is the Bourne Building, which features a grand two-story domed ceiling and houses the *Lagoda*, a half-scale whaling ship model. Rental packages provide exclusive after-hours use of the museum, tables, garden chairs, standard linens, dimmable bistro lighting, and a dedicated Venue Manager. The venue seats up to 160 guests for a seated reception, and catering is not included in the rental packages.

Food

Catering is not included in the venue rental packages.

Packages

• Wedding Venue Rental: Flat rental fee of $3,000-$10,000 depending on package tier and guest count
  Includes: Exclusive after-hours use of venue, Tables, garden chairs, and standard linens, Dimmable bistro lighting, Dedicated Venue Manager

Taxes and fees

• Venue Fees & Gratuity: Included

Good to know

• Basic Package is only available Sunday to Friday.
• Micro Package is only available on Sundays.
• All venue fees and gratuity are included in the package pricing.
• Catering and bar services are not included in the venue packages.

Common questions

How much does a wedding at New Bedford Whaling Museum cost?

Based on New Bedford Whaling Museum's published pricing, renting the venue for 120 guests runs about $3,000–$10,000. It's a venue rental, so catering and bar are priced separately. Your actual quote will depend on date, season and final guest count.

How many guests can New Bedford Whaling Museum hold?

New Bedford Whaling Museum can host up to 160 guests seated.

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