Private Events

Dramatic architecture. Great works of art. Unparalleled service. The meeting spaces and amenities at the Memorial Art Gallery give you the opportunity to create an event your guests or coworkers will remember for years to come. Celebrate your milestone in one of Rochester’s most beautiful architectural landmarks. Whether you’re planning a business event, family gathering, or special occasion, MAG can cater to your individual needs.

Choose from an array of spaces at MAG. Whether you are looking for an intimate gathering, hosting a large celebration, or seeking the perfect setup for your upcoming conference, MAG has a space to create your memorable event.

Vanden Brul Pavilion

Featuring skylights, indoor sculptures, and a maneuverable floor plan, the Pavilion can accommodate a variety of events. Please note, this space is not available during public museum hours.

The capacity for the pavilion varies based on event setup.

M&T Bank Ballroom

This historic space highlights include oak paneling, beautiful stained-glass windows, and an exquisite, detailed vaulted ceiling.

If you would like to host a reception, the space can accommodate 350 guests; for a sit-down event, 225; and, if you would like to include a dance floor with your sit-down event, 180.

Bausch & Lomb Parlor

Hosting your event in the Bausch & Lomb Parlor will give your guests the opportunity to overlook MAG’s garden area from the large bay window, be enchanted by the oak paneling, and the former fireplaces of years past.

The capacity for this space is fifty guests.

Lynne Lovejoy Parlor

If you are looking for an intimate gathering, this is the perfect space. The Lynne Lovejoy Parlor is an elegant and warm space for any event.

The capacity for this room is forty guests, reception or sit-down.

Auditorium

This spacious, more modern facility of MAG’s spaces comes with multimedia capabilities, including an induction loop system and auditorium-style seating with a capacity of 292. A small, raised stage is available at the front of the Auditorium for speakers, along with a podium.

Centennial Sculpture Park and Grounds

From weddings to large yoga classes to live music, the Centennial Sculpture Park transforms any outdoor event into an oasis. With twenty-five artworks, including a nighttime light projection that animates the museum’s façade, this space has transformed MAG’s grounds. Call the Events Office for capacity and availability.

We welcome photography at MAG! We ask our visitors not to use flash, selfie-sticks, monopods, or tripods while taking photos inside the galleries.

Please book all professional photography sessions for inside MAG’s galleries through the Events Office.

You are welcome to shoot outdoor photography, professional or personal, without booking a session. However, if you would like to ensure that your spot in the Centennial Sculpture Park doesn’t coincide with an event, you can book an outdoor session as well! Please note that, if you are not booking your photography session through the Events office, you will not be able to use spaces in the Centennial Sculpture Park where MAG events are taking place or spaces reserved for photography that have been booked.

For non-booked outdoor photography sessions, if you have a large group, events may be happening at the same time as your session, and our parking lots may be full. There is ample street parking available near MAG! In addition, there are numerous public parking areas in the surrounding Neighborhood of the Arts. Plus, parking lots and garages are in the area, including Premium Parking, AirGarage, and the East End Garage.

The Events Office will provide pricing for professional photography sessions upon request.