Center for Brooklyn History (BOOKINGS PAUSED TILL MARCH 2023)

Library, , Award winner

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Venue capacity

up to 200 guests

Peak Season

April-November

Services

Ceremony / Reception / Rehearsal Dinner / Bridal Shower
Indoor

Awards

Award 2015

Center for Brooklyn History (BOOKINGS PAUSED TILL MARCH 2023) Overview

Founded in 1863, Center for Brooklyn History, formerly Brooklyn Historical Society is dedicated to celebrating and preserving the borough’s 400-year history. Located in the heart of historic Brooklyn Heights steps away from the Brooklyn Promenade, our 1881 building on Pierrepont Street is a national historic landmark and features timeless architectural details including stained glass windows, soaring ceilings and hand carved woodwork. Recently renovated with state-of-the-art facilities, Center for Brooklyn History offers one-of-a-kind space for your wedding ceremony, reception or engagement photo shoot. We can work with you to tailor a rental package custom-made for your event.

Venue Notes

Wedding rental rates range from $3,000 for ceremonies to $10,000 for use of the entire building. These rates are for space rental only and do not include catering or outside furniture rentals. Use of the Fransioli Lobby and the outdoor patio is included with all room rental packages. Center for Brooklyn History is a BYOB venue and we do not charge a venue corkage fee, so you can purchase your own alcohol at cost to be served by your approved caterer. All events serving alcohol must obtain the appropriate license from the New York State Liquor Authority. You can also bring in your own cake and dessert.

Amenities And Requirements

Amenities

Coat check room
Complimentary bridal suite
Dance floor
Day-of coordinator
Kitchen for prep only
Landmark building and interior
Podium and/or stage
Public parking
Security
Venue set up and clean up
Votive candles

Requirements

- Alcohol must be served by licensed bartender/caterer- Amplified music OK indoors only- BYO alcohol- Ceremonies only in the Othmer Library, food and drink are prohibited- Choose from a list for catering- Due to the Landmark status of our building, the following items are prohibited from any space outside of the Great Hall: red wine, dark soda, coffee and grenadine and any food that may stain including beets, berries, popcorn and tomato sauce- Florals must be provided by a professional florist and not DIY- General liability insurance required- Music must end by midnight- No potted plants or soil are permitted in the Museum building- No rice, birdseed, confetti, etc.- No smoking- The use of fog machines, bubble makers, confetti, balloons and sparklers are prohibited- Venue must approve all decorations