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About
The Canadian Museum of Nature is an Ottawa-based venue that specializes in hosting wedding ceremonies and receptions and other special occasions on its historic museum grounds. The innate elegance of this castle-like venue is the ideal setting for a magical wedding. Its blend of historic charm and modern elegance creates a warm ambiance that will suit your event perfectly.
Facilities and capacity
Its facilities include 6 event spaces which can be decorated in a classic, modern or glamorous fashion. These include:
- Barrick Salon: This two-storey space has an incredible skylight and oak-panelled walls. It has a capacity for 220 guests for the ceremony and 160 guests for a banquet-style reception.
- East-Wing Foyer: This 237 square foot space has high ceilings, oak benches and a natural elegance. It has a capacity for 150 guests for the ceremony and 120 guests for a banquet-style reception.
- Fourth-floor Gallery: This space has a more industrial feel to it and comes complete with high ceilings and glass panels. It has a capacity for 180 guests for the ceremony and 200 guests for a banquet-style reception.
- PCL Plaza: This outdoor space overlooks the century-old castle and has a capacity for 140 guests for the ceremony and 250 guests for a stand-up reception. A tent can be included.
- Queens' Lantern: This is the venue's most dramatic space with a century-old mosaic floor and 65-foot glass tower. It has a capacity for 110 guests for the ceremony and you must inquire about the reception capacity.
- Rotunda: This first floor space which doubles as an exhibition gallery. It has a capacity for 150 guests for the ceremony and 80 guests for a banquet-style reception.
Services offered
The services it offers include the following:
- Catering / Bar
- Clean up
- Event rentals
- Liability insurance
- Lighting / Sound
- Outside vendors
- Set up
Other services
It also offers services for:
- Birthday parties
- Travelling exhibition rentals
- Photo and film shoots
- Image and content licensing
- Services for families
- Scientific services
- Corporate events
- Conferences
History
Originally named the Victoria Memorial Museum Building, this castle-like building was designed by architect David Ewart and is considered Scottish Baronial in its design. This is the first building in Canada to house a national museum.
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Frequently asked questions
How many event spaces or rooms does your venue offer?
We have 6 spaces available.
Describe your venue:
Museum
Describe the style of your venue:
Classic
Glamorous
Modern
What kind of settings are available?
Covered outdoor
Indoor
Uncovered outdoor
Which of the following wedding events does your venue service?
Ceremony
Reception
Bridal shower
Engagement party
Rehearsal dinner
What event services do you offer?
Catering / bar
Event rentals
Liability insurance
Lighting / sound
Outside vendors
Set up
What catering services do you offer?
Buffet
Cocktail reception
Dessert
Family style
French service
Hors d'oeuvres
Outside cake
Plated
Server(s)
Stations
Tastings
What bar services do you provide?
Bartender(s)
Cash bar
Champagne toast
House beer
House wine
House liquor
Limited bar
Liquor license
Open bar
Premium liquor
Signature drink
Specialty beer
Specialty wine
What event items are available?
Lighting
Chairs
Tables
What food and beverage items are available?
Barware
China
Flatware
Glassware
Linens
What transportation and access is available?
Parking
Wheelchair access
Do you have a site fee for wedding receptions at your venue?
Yes
What is the starting site fee for wedding receptions during peak season?
$1,902
What is the starting site fee for wedding receptions during off-peak season?
$1,532
Do you have a site fee for wedding ceremonies at your venue?
Yes
What is the starting site fee for wedding ceremonies during peak season?
$963
What is the starting site fee for wedding ceremonies during off-peak season?
$977
Which of the following are included in starting site fee?
Set up
Clean up
Chairs
Tables
What is the average catering price per person for plated service?
$74
What is the average catering price per person for buffet service?
$59
What is the average catering price per person for stations?
$40
What is the average catering price per person for hors d'oeurves?
$21
Which of the following are included in the cost of wedding catering?
Server(s)
What is the starting price per person for bar service?
$18
Which of the following are included in the starting price for bar service?
Limited bar
Open bar
House wine
House liquor
Signature drink
Bartenders
Any other questions?
Reviews for Canadian Museum of Nature
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5.0 out of 5 rating
7 reviews
100% recommend it
[Anonymous] Sent on 31/12/2014
5 out of 5 rating
Having my wedding at the Canadian Museum of Nature and they have been awesome! Decided to have ceremony, cocktail hour, and reception there.
Benoit Sent on 16/08/2024
5 out of 5 rating
Historic and memorable wedding venue
The Museum of Nature was such an amazing venue. Our venue coordinator, Audrey, was always on top of things. The Queens' lantern made for such a beautiful ceremony space and cocktail hour in the fossil gallery made for an unforgettable space to mingle with guests. The Rotunda accommodated our guests and a massive 7 piece band. We are absolutely overjoyed with our choice of venue and our guests were equally impressed! Moreover, the pricing was the same for corporate events and wedding, no crazy wedding markup which made the venue surprisingly affordable!
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