Facility Rental Space

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Have Your Next Event Surrounded by History & Culture!

The African American Museum in Philadelphia offers a unique setting for special events and programs with ongoing exhibitions and a convenient location within historic Philadelphia's Independence Mall and Pennsylvania Convention Center areas.

4 Galleries / 1 Great Auditorium

We offer four galleries and an auditorium / multipurpose room, all of which are available to the public for private use. Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, capacity limits and rental accommodations may vary per gallery and auditorium / multipurpose room and with scheduled exhibitions.

• Gallery One: (960 sq. ft.)
  accommodates: 40 standing

• Gallery Two: (1,978 sq. ft.)
  accommodates: 50 standing

• Gallery Three: (2,484 sq. ft.)
  accommodates: 60 standing - use subject to approval

• Gallery Four: (1,978 sq. ft.)
  accommodates: 50 standing - use subject to approval

• Auditorium / Multipurpose Room*: accommodates: 100-150 standing​
• * Accommodations for seated events varies by arrangement

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*The multi-purpose room features an 9'X35' stage and audio and visual equipment. It can be transformed from a reception/party setting into a formal environment with seating to accommodate up to 200 people for events such as movie screenings and fashion shows.  The facilities are also available for rental to members of the museum.

These spaces are ideal for corporate events, seminars, organizational meetings, weddings and a host of other events.
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* View Facility Rental Pricing Sheet

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Frequently Asked Questions

Preferred Vendors List

Facility Rental Application

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For more information and to book the Museum for your event, please contact our
​Guest Services Department at (215) 574-0380 option 0.​