Private Events
Hold Your Next Event With Us
Celebrate your special occasions at the Kenosha Public Museums, where history and elegance combine to create the perfect backdrop for your private events. Whether it’s a shower, birthday party, memorial, or any other gathering, our unique spaces offer a memorable setting to make your event truly special. Let us help you create lasting memories in a distinctive and beautiful environment.
- Audiovisual capabilities include microphones (in select rooms), projectors, screens, and built-in speakers
- A wide array of off-site catering choices for food and beverage service
- Complimentary on-site parking for your guests
- Wireless Internet
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Freedom Hall
Located on the first-floor of the Museum Freedom Hall offers picturesque views of Kenosha’s harbor. It can accommodate up to 100 people seated at 60″ round tables. This room is equipped with A/V including built-in projector, screen, sound system, and microphones. Catering kitchen attached.
Saturdays 10am – 4pm: $500Â |Â Sundays 12pm – 4pm: $500
Inquire for weekday availability
Seminar Room
With stunning views of Lake Michigan the Seminar Room on the second-floor of the Museum is perfect for a group of up to 50 seated at 60″ round tables. This room is equipped with A/V including built-in projector, screen, sound system, and microphones.
Saturdays 10am – 4pm: $300Â |Â Sundays 12pm – 4pm: $300
Inquire for weekday availability
Procarione Classroom
The Procarione Classroom offers a unique setting for smaller gatherings, but can accommodate up to 40.
Saturdays 10am – 4pm: $300Â |Â Sundays 12pm – 4pm: $300
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DC Hall
Located on the first-floor of the Museum DC Hall offers plenty of natural light from the floor-to-ceiling windows on the east wall. It can accommodate up to 150 people seated at either 72″ round tables or 8′ banquet tables. This room is equipped with A/V including built-in projector, screen, sound system, and microphones.
Saturdays 10am – 4pm: $500Â |Â Sundays 12pm – 4pm: $500
Inquire for weekday availability
Lakeside Classroom
The Lakeside Classroom is perfect for smaller gatherings and birthday parties up to 36. This room comes equipped with 6′ and 8′ tables.
Saturdays 10am – 4pm: $200Â |Â Sundays 12pm – 4pm: $200
Inquire for weekday availability
Evening Events
The Museums are also available for evening events such as fundraisers, holiday parties, reunions and more, 5pm-10pm. For wedding rates, click here.
Mezzanine
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Our 2nd-floor mezzanine at the Kenosha Public Museum offers a stunning venue for your next party or event. Overlooking the picturesque Lake Michigan, this elegant space provides a breathtaking backdrop that will impress your guests. With room for mingling or dining at 72″ tables for up to 80, the mezzanine is ideal for creating a memorable and sophisticated atmosphere for any occasion
$2100 Friday, Saturday, Sunday, 5pm – 10pm
Outdoor Terrace
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The outdoor terrace at the Civil War Museum offers the best views in town, overlooking beautiful Lake Michigan. Accommodating up to 200 guests, this spacious terrace provides the perfect backdrop for any gathering. Available from May through September, this unique space is ideal for events that demand a memorable setting. Please note, furniture is not provided.
$2800 Friday, Saturday, Sunday, 5pm – 10pm*
An earlier start time may be available upon request
How to Reserve a Space
Thank you for your interest in renting a space at the Kenosha Public Museums. We look forward to customizing an event that fits your needs. Fill out our Rental Request Form for more detailed information or if you’re ready to make a reservation.
