Memorial Art Gallery
Wedding venue in Rochester, New York
About Memorial Art Gallery
Memorial Art Gallery is a 14-acre museum campus with indoor event spaces and outdoor grounds for wedding ceremonies and receptions. The Pavilion features skylights, indoor sculptures, and a flexible floor plan; its capacity varies by setup, and it is unavailable during public museum hours. The M&T Bank Ballroom accommodates 350 for a reception, 225 for a sit-down event, or 180 for a sit-down event with a dance floor. The Bausch & Lomb Parlor holds 50 guests, and the Lynne Lovejoy Parlor accommodates 40 for a reception or sit-down event. The auditorium seats 292 in auditorium-style seating and has a raised stage, podium, and multimedia capabilities. The Centennial Sculpture Park and grounds are also available for outdoor events; contact the Events Office for capacity and availability. Rental packages include museum admission during public hours, and private tours or admission outside public hours are available by inquiry. Fine dining and full-service gourmet catering are offered, and event planners can help arrange musicians, flowers, centerpieces, valet service, and other upgrades. Basic A/V equipment is on site, with help sourcing additional equipment. The museum offers ample free parking; accessible entrances, elevators, and wheelchair seating in the auditorium; and free loaner wheelchairs and rollators.
The facts
- Guests
- Up to 350 guests
- Setting
- Indoor & outdoor
- Kind of place
- Museum
- Last updated
- November 2026
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On the big wedding guides
- Not listed on WeddingWire (checked November 2026)
- Not listed on Zola (checked November 2026)
How to reach Memorial Art Gallery
- Website: mag.rochester.edu
- Phone: (585) 276-8950
- Address: 500 University Avenue
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