Cade Museum for Creativity & Invention

About Cade Museum for Creativity & Invention

The Cade Museum is located in downtown Gainesville’s Depot Park and rents its museum for weddings and other events. The Rotunda features high ceilings, an oculus skylight, glass walls, and a grand staircase; the second-floor Petty Family Gallery has floor-to-ceiling windows overlooking Depot Park. Whole-museum rentals include both spaces, with additional spaces available as add-ons.

The facts

Pricing note

Fixed rental prices are not published. Prospective renters can request a rental guide with pricing; after a request and site visit, the museum provides a tailored proposal with estimated fees. Discounts are available for 501(c)(3) organizations.

Setting

Indoor & outdoor

Kind of place

Museum

Last updated

November 2026

On the big wedding guides

• Not listed on WeddingWire (checked November 2026)
• Not listed on Zola (checked November 2026)

How to reach Cade Museum for Creativity & Invention

• Website: cademuseum.org
• Phone: (352) 371-8001
• Address: 811 South Main Street

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