New Canal Lighthouse Museum and Education Center

Indoor and outdoor spaces, BYO, Valet parking

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Starting at $3,323 for 50 Guests

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Starting at $3k for 50 Guests
Starting at $3k for 50 Guests

Venue capacity

up to 200 guests

Starting price

$3K to start

Services

Ceremony / Reception
Indoor / Outdoor

New Canal Lighthouse Museum and Education Center Overview

Come experience how the history of a light, a lake and a coast has blended together. Visit Louisiana's only working lighthouse containing a museum for your wedding. The New Canal Lighthouse Museum is located on the first floor of the rebuilt lighthouse raised up 19 feet above the level of Lake Pontchartrain. The balcony allows your guests to get a panoramic view of the New Orleans south shore lakefront throughout your event. Inside, the museum consists of three display areas, one depicting the history of the light and the region, one presenting LPBF's SAVE OUR LAKE successful campaign, and one presenting the challenges addressed with LPBF's SAVE OUR COAST campaign. You and your guests are welcome to explore all the museum has to offer as you celebrate your nuptials. Experience a gorgeous day in lush green surroundings of this venue. Gather your loved ones at the New Canal Lighthouse Museum and Education Center for a unique and special wedding day.

Venue Notes

The rental fee is $500 for a reception and includes 1 hour of event time including set up and clean up time. The fee for a ceremony is $500 and includes 1 hour of event time. Additional hours can be arranged for a fee of $500/hr. A refundable security deposit of $500 is required. Events over 75 guests require an additional fee of $100.

Amenities And Requirements

Amenities

Bride's dressing area
Dance area
Day-of coordinator
Groom's dressing area
No kitchen
Public parking

Requirements

- Amplified music OK indoors and outdoors- Approved outside caterer allowed- BYO alcohol- Biodegradable throwables only- Music must end by 9:00PM- No rice, birdseed, confetti, etc.- Security required- Smoking outside only- Venue must approve all decorations