Canadian Museum of Nature

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 capacityIts 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 offeredThe services it offers include the following:- Catering / Bar - Clean up - Event rentals - Liability insurance - Lighting / Sound - Outside vendors - Set up Other servicesIt 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 HistoryOriginally 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.