Smart Museum of Art

About Smart Museum of Art

The Smart Museum of Art in Hyde Park, Chicago offers its lobby and courtyard as rentable event spaces for private celebrations, including weddings. The lobby is a light‑filled 1,200 sq ft. area that can accommodate 100–240 guests, while the 9,250 sq ft. courtyard can host up to 200 guests. Both spaces include on‑site staff support, access to furniture and A/V inventory, and preferred catering partners.

The facts

Guests

100–240 guests

Price

From $8,500

Setting

Indoor & outdoor

Kind of place

Museum

Last updated

November 2026

On the big wedding guides

• Listed on WeddingWire (checked October 2026)
• Not listed on Zola (checked October 2026)

How to reach Smart Museum of Art

• Website: smartmuseum.uchicago.edu
• Phone: (773) 702-0200
• Address: 5550 S. Greenwood Ave.

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