Wedding ceremony in the gallery space.
For modern brides, seeking a truly unique day, 21c is the premier wedding venue in Louisville.
venue photo
However you envision the activities surrounding your big day – lavish wedding ceremony and reception for 250 or an intimate, romantic rehearsal dinner for 20 – the  dedicated event staff at 21c ensures perfection, down to the finest detail for all of our
From rehearsal dinners to room blocks, rooftop ceremonies to rocking receptions, treat your wedding guests to a unique experience at downtown Louisville's award-winning 21c Museum Hotel.
21c Museum is committed to featuring a rotating program of thought-provoking solo and group exhibitions that reflect the global nature of art today, as well as site-specific, commissioned installations.
21c Museum Hotel is located on the corner of Main and 7th Streets in Downtown Louisville's historic Museum Row.
Lobby
Showcasing the bounty of the Ohio River Valley, Proof On Main is a leading choice of Louisville restaurants among visitors and guests.
Deluxe Double
Deluxe Double Bathroom
Luxury Double
Luxury King or Two Bedroom Corner Suite
Deluxe King
The Corner Suites or Two Bedroom Corner Suites
The Corner Suites Bedroom
Atrium Suite
The Balconies Bedroom
The Balconies
21c Penthouse Apartment is a comfortable, luxurious space for a weekend getaway, or a private event. The rooftop garden terrace offers an up-close view of downtown
For a truly luxurious getaway, retreat to the exclusive 21c Rooftop Apartment.
Rooftop Apartment Bedroom
Asleep in the Cyclone.
New York-based artists Jonah Freeman and Justin Lowe have created a site-specific sculptural installation that is also a functional hotel room, offering 21c guests a completely immersive art experience.
Asleep In The Cyclone Bathroom
Overnight guests Asleep in the Cyclone or awake and lounging, listening to records, and otherwise exploring this immersive artwork, will experience a parallel reality that inspires the senses.
Proof on Main
21c Museum Hotel offers a variety of nimble event spaces, including intimate private dining rooms and galleries.
Wedding ceremony in the gallery space.
For modern brides, seeking a truly unique day, 21c is the premier wedding venue in Louisville.
venue photo
However you envision the activities surrounding your big day – lavish wedding ceremony and reception for 250 or an intimate, romantic rehearsal dinner for 20 – the  dedicated event staff at 21c ensures perfection, down to the finest detail for all of our
From rehearsal dinners to room blocks, rooftop ceremonies to rocking receptions, treat your wedding guests to a unique experience at downtown Louisville's award-winning 21c Museum Hotel.
21c Museum is committed to featuring a rotating program of thought-provoking solo and group exhibitions that reflect the global nature of art today, as well as site-specific, commissioned installations.
21c Museum Hotel is located on the corner of Main and 7th Streets in Downtown Louisville's historic Museum Row.
Lobby
Showcasing the bounty of the Ohio River Valley, Proof On Main is a leading choice of Louisville restaurants among visitors and guests.
Deluxe Double
Deluxe Double Bathroom
Luxury Double
Luxury King or Two Bedroom Corner Suite
Deluxe King
The Corner Suites or Two Bedroom Corner Suites
The Corner Suites Bedroom
Atrium Suite
The Balconies Bedroom
The Balconies
21c Penthouse Apartment is a comfortable, luxurious space for a weekend getaway, or a private event. The rooftop garden terrace offers an up-close view of downtown
For a truly luxurious getaway, retreat to the exclusive 21c Rooftop Apartment.
Rooftop Apartment Bedroom
Asleep in the Cyclone.
New York-based artists Jonah Freeman and Justin Lowe have created a site-specific sculptural installation that is also a functional hotel room, offering 21c guests a completely immersive art experience.
Asleep In The Cyclone Bathroom
Overnight guests Asleep in the Cyclone or awake and lounging, listening to records, and otherwise exploring this immersive artwork, will experience a parallel reality that inspires the senses.
Proof on Main
21c Museum Hotel offers a variety of nimble event spaces, including intimate private dining rooms and galleries.
Wedding ceremony in the gallery space.
For modern brides, seeking a truly unique day, 21c is the premier wedding venue in Louisville.
venue photo
However you envision the activities surrounding your big day – lavish wedding ceremony and reception for 250 or an intimate, romantic rehearsal dinner for 20 – the  dedicated event staff at 21c ensures perfection, down to the finest detail for all of our
From rehearsal dinners to room blocks, rooftop ceremonies to rocking receptions, treat your wedding guests to a unique experience at downtown Louisville's award-winning 21c Museum Hotel.
21c Museum is committed to featuring a rotating program of thought-provoking solo and group exhibitions that reflect the global nature of art today, as well as site-specific, commissioned installations.
21c Museum Hotel is located on the corner of Main and 7th Streets in Downtown Louisville's historic Museum Row.
Lobby
Showcasing the bounty of the Ohio River Valley, Proof On Main is a leading choice of Louisville restaurants among visitors and guests.
Deluxe Double
Deluxe Double Bathroom
Luxury Double
Luxury King or Two Bedroom Corner Suite
Deluxe King
The Corner Suites or Two Bedroom Corner Suites
The Corner Suites Bedroom
Atrium Suite
The Balconies Bedroom
The Balconies
21c Penthouse Apartment is a comfortable, luxurious space for a weekend getaway, or a private event. The rooftop garden terrace offers an up-close view of downtown
For a truly luxurious getaway, retreat to the exclusive 21c Rooftop Apartment.
Rooftop Apartment Bedroom
Asleep in the Cyclone.
New York-based artists Jonah Freeman and Justin Lowe have created a site-specific sculptural installation that is also a functional hotel room, offering 21c guests a completely immersive art experience.
Asleep In The Cyclone Bathroom
Overnight guests Asleep in the Cyclone or awake and lounging, listening to records, and otherwise exploring this immersive artwork, will experience a parallel reality that inspires the senses.
Proof on Main
21c Museum Hotel offers a variety of nimble event spaces, including intimate private dining rooms and galleries.
Wedding ceremony in the gallery space.
For modern brides, seeking a truly unique day, 21c is the premier wedding venue in Louisville.
venue photo
However you envision the activities surrounding your big day – lavish wedding ceremony and reception for 250 or an intimate, romantic rehearsal dinner for 20 – the  dedicated event staff at 21c ensures perfection, down to the finest detail for all of our
From rehearsal dinners to room blocks, rooftop ceremonies to rocking receptions, treat your wedding guests to a unique experience at downtown Louisville's award-winning 21c Museum Hotel.
21c Museum is committed to featuring a rotating program of thought-provoking solo and group exhibitions that reflect the global nature of art today, as well as site-specific, commissioned installations.
21c Museum Hotel is located on the corner of Main and 7th Streets in Downtown Louisville's historic Museum Row.
Lobby
Showcasing the bounty of the Ohio River Valley, Proof On Main is a leading choice of Louisville restaurants among visitors and guests.
Deluxe Double
Deluxe Double Bathroom
Luxury Double
UsersPlusBedSpace with stay
Up to 450 guests
Avg. venue rate
Rate info
$250 - $5k
Avg. room rate$182

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Nine thousand sq. ft. of art-filled space sure does sound nice. 

Picture this. A still-life-come-to-real-life space with bespoke service and environmentally-sound options to green-up your gorgeous gathering. Truly the ideal, intimate soiree space for 10 or 450 of your closest friends. 

The Lowdown

Venue use

Space with stay

Best for these Occasions

anniversarycorporate eventdinner partyengagement partyProduct Launchrehearsal dinner / Welcome ReceptionRetreats: Corporate, Spa, Wellness, etc.social eventwedding ceremonywedding reception

Venue type

Art GalleryHistoric BuildingHotel / Resort / SpaMuseumPenthouse / Rooftop

Views

cityscapegardenriverSkyline

Style

Art DecoClassicContemporaryMid-Century ModernUrban

Venue Settings

Whatever the occasion, if you have the people, 21c Museum Hotel Louisville has the space that will ensure your gathering is the talk of the town. With over 9,000 square feet of art-filled event space, 21c is the ideal setting for weddings, board retreats, executive meetings, cocktail gatherings, reception dinners, charitable events, or any other special occasion.

Designed by renowned architect Deborah Berke, our accommodations in Louisville are spacious with high ceilings, large windows, and many guest rooms feature original exposed brick walls. 21c Louisville features an onsite restaurant, Proof on Main, in addition to a spa and a variety of other amenities designed to enhance the convenience of your stay. In addition to our premier guestrooms, our art hotel offers a delightful setting for guests to revel in thought-provoking art of the 21st century in our museum. 

Catering for events at 21c Museum Hotel Louisville is provided by Proof on Main, offering custom menus featuring the agricultural bounty of the Ohio River Valley and celebrating artisanal products and sustainable farming.

Thirsty? A variety of bar packages are available and Proof offers a carefully selected wine and spirits collection, highlighted by an impressive selection of 75+ of Kentucky’s finest bourbons, some bottled exclusively for Proof on Main.
 

Capacity

300Seated250Buffet450Standing
Fees

(Prices listed here are estimates only & are subject to change)

Venue price range

Does this include catering fees?
No

Estimated price per head
$18 – $250

Additional charges
All event fees are subject to a 23% service charge, which includes setup, tear down and gratuity for event, and 6% Kentucky sales tax.

Insurance

Additional insurance is not required to host an event here

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Amenities

Event Logistics

Essential logistics and amenities for a seamless, memorable event.

Celebrations hosted here since
2006

Curfew
11 PM

Venue spaces
Indoor & Outdoor Venue Spaces Available

Catering
Client must use the catering provided by the venue

Alcohol
Provided by Venue for fee – you must use the venue for all alcohol services

Music
Indoors & Outdoors

Smoking
Non-smoking venue

Accommodations
21c Museum Hotel Louisville offers 91 guest rooms, including 6 suites. 

For a completely immersive art exprience, book Asleep in the Cyclone. Created by New York-based artists Jonah Freeman and Justin Lowe, Asleep in the Cyclone is a site-specific sculptural installation that is also a functional hotel room.

Available for a truly luxurious stay or special event, the 21c Penthouse Apartment offers more than 1,300 square feet, plus a nearly 2,200 square foot rooftop garden terrace. This suite offers one bedroom with king bed, one full bath + two half baths, a full gourmet kitchen, open concept living/dining area, a private garden terrace with sweeping downtown views and a number of exclusive amenities. 

Eco/Green Events
Yes

Pet-Friendly Events
Yes

Kid Friendly Events
Yes

Handicap Accessible
Yes

Onsite amenities

Street ParkingValet ParkingWifiAmple Parking OnsiteDining ChairsDining Tables

Awards, Notables & Events

2014 Global Vision Award Winner: Culture ​
Travel + Leisure
-“An innovative hotel brand turning unexpected American cities into art-driven destinations.”


Top 10 Hotels in the World
Condé Nast Traveler
Readers’ Choice Award
2009 / 2010 / 2011

Best Hotels in the South
Condé Nast Traveler
Readers’ Choice Award
2012 / 2013 / 2014 / 2015