New Bedford Art Museum

About New Bedford Art Museum

In historic downtown New Bedford, the museum is housed in a former bank and presents art in a distinctive gallery setting. It rents its spaces for weddings and other private events, with the museum’s galleries, lower level, and lobby available as part of the full-space rental.

The facts

Guests

Up to 300 guests

Price

From $250

Pricing note

The entire space is listed at $1,000 per 4 hours; the Art Room is $250 per 2 hours. An educator-led art activity is an additional $150.

Setting

Indoor

Kind of place

Museum

Last updated

November 2026

On the big wedding guides

• Not listed on Zola (checked November 2026)

How to reach New Bedford Art Museum

• Website: newbedfordart.org
• Phone: (508) 961-3072
• Address: 608 Pleasant Street

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