City Center, Near Public Transit
Stunning Views, Breakout Rooms
Cultural Institution, Museum, Modern, Outdoor Space, Meeting/Conference Space, Featured, Unique
Max Seated
400
Max Reception
900
Art Institute of Chicago
159 East Monroe Street Chicago, IL 60603
Set in the heart of downtown Chicago, the Art Institute of Chicago offers an extraordinary blend of world-renowned art, historic architecture, and modern design. Events can unfold across luminous galleries, dramatic architectural spaces, intimate gardens, and iconic museum settings, with opportunities for private gallery viewing. From weddings and galas to corporate dinners and receptions, the museum creates a distinctly Chicago experience where culture, design, and hospitality come together in one unforgettable setting for every guest.
Max Seated
400
Max Reception
900
City Center, Near Public Transit
Stunning Views, Breakout Rooms
Cultural Institution, Museum, Modern, Outdoor Space, Meeting/Conference Space, Featured, Unique
400 Seated | 900 Reception | 300 Ceremony
Griffin Court
Griffin Court is the luminous centerpiece of the Art Institute’s Modern Wing, designed by renowned architect Renzo Piano. Soaring ceilings, clean architectural lines, and abundant natural light create a striking canvas for large dinners, ceremonies, and receptions. The adjacent Pritzker Garden can extend events into a tranquil outdoor setting nearby.
250 Seated | 300 Reception | 300 Ceremony
Stock Exchange Trading Room
The Chicago Stock Exchange Trading Room brings extraordinary architectural history to private events. Originally designed by Louis Sullivan and Dankmar Adler, the reconstructed room features intricate stenciling, ornamental plasterwork, and art glass. Its richly detailed interior creates an unforgettable setting for seated dinners, ceremonies, receptions, and elegant corporate gatherings downtown.
100 Seated | 225 Reception | 200 Ceremony
Woman’s Board Grand Staircase
The Woman’s Board Grand Staircase offers a dramatic setting rooted in the Art Institute’s historic architecture. Polished marble, a sweeping staircase, and a light-filled upper atrium create a memorable backdrop for ceremonies, intimate dinners, and receptions. Adjacent galleries can further enhance the experience with private viewing opportunities for event guests.
250 Seated | 500 Reception | 200 Ceremony
Terzo Piano & Bluhm Family Terrace
Located on the third level of the Modern Wing, Terzo Piano and the Bluhm Family Terrace pair contemporary design with sweeping views of Millennium Park and Chicago’s skyline. Floor-to-ceiling windows and an adjoining outdoor terrace create a flexible setting for seated dinners, ceremonies, cocktail receptions, and sophisticated evening celebrations downtown.
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