Peabody Essex Museum offers a truly distinctive wedding experience within one of the oldest continuously operating museums in the United States. Weddings are hosted in the museum's stunning modern atrium, a soaring architectural space with dramatic glass ceilings and contemporary design. With over 50 years of wedding planning expertise and exclusive catering by Gourmet Caterers, PEM delivers an elegant and unforgettable celebration in the heart of historic Salem, Massachusetts.
Pricing
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Estimated cost · Catering Est.
$25,800
100 guests · Deluxe · Package Two
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Guests
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Package
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The property
A renowned art and culture museum in Salem, Massachusetts, hosting weddings in its dramatic modern atrium space surrounded by gallery architecture.
The museum's event space features a grand modern atrium with soaring ceilings, sweeping fabric canopy installations, large glass walls, and clean contemporary lines.
When lit for evening events, the space transforms with dramatic uplighting in rich purples, greens, and golds that play across the architectural surfaces. Chiavari chairs and round banquet tables create a refined reception atmosphere beneath the towering ceiling.
The setting
The venue's scenic character is defined by its striking modern architectural interior, with towering glass walls, fabric ceiling installations, and gallery-quality design elements throughout the atrium space.
The catering collection does not name or size the museum's individual event spaces; venue rental is arranged separately with the museum.
Planning details
Vendor policies, timing and house rules to plan around.
Drinks served
Beer, Wine & Spirits
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