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The Brooklyn Arts Center

Wedding venue in Wilmington, North Carolina

About The Brooklyn Arts Center

The Brooklyn Arts Center occupies a restored 1888 church and an adjacent 1910 schoolhouse in downtown Wilmington. The church has 60-foot cathedral ceilings, original stained glass, a stage, dance floor and balcony; its wedding rental includes the Manse Suite and private courtyard. The Annex offers a first-floor cocktail lounge and second-floor auditorium for ceremonies and receptions. Both buildings have bridal suites, and either can host ceremonies, cocktail hours and receptions. The fenced garden courtyard hosts ceremonies or cocktail hours, while a private bourbon tasting room in the church’s bell tower is available for receptions and small rehearsal dinners. Wedding capacity varies by space and configuration: the church accommodates up to 250 guests with a DJ or 220 with a band; the Annex up to 120 with a DJ or 90 with a band; the courtyard up to 250; and the Bell Tower Tasting Room up to 50. Wedding rentals provide 15 hours from 9 a.m. to midnight, with events ending by 11 p.m. Free street parking is available nearby, as is a lot at Campbell Street and N 5th Street. The church and Annex are accessible except for the balcony, which is reached by stairs. Couples must choose a coordinator and caterer from the preferred list. The venue handles alcohol and offers beverage packages. Ms. Cat’s Cottage, behind the Annex, is a furnished two-bedroom home for wedding-weekend lodging that sleeps six and includes Wi-Fi, laundry and private off-street parking.

The facts

Guests
50–250 guests
Price
From $2,400
Pricing note
Rental fees are not stated. Pricing varies by season and day of week; off-season rates are available. Reservations require a signed wedding rental agreement and 50% deposit. Bell Tower bar use is charged for bartender service and drinks consumed.
Setting
Indoor & outdoor
Kind of place
Garden
Last updated
November 2026

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