Named one of the most beautiful libraries in the world, the Providence Athenæum invites your story to become part of history.

Take your vows surrounded by thousands of books, while your guests witness your commitment from two levels of the library. Create unforgettable photographs as you wander freely throughout the historic building, then gather in the book-lined Reading Room for dinner and celebrations.

Rental fee: $7,500 ($1,000 discount offered January – June)
Full building rentals are not available in July and August.

Locations: Entire building – Main Level and mezzanine for ceremony, Art Room as a private suite, lower-level Reading Room for reception

Time frame: 6 hour event (plus additional 3 hours of vendor setup & breakdown). Additional hours can be reserved at a rate of $500/hr.

Capacity: 75 guests (ceremony seating for 65, 75 with standing room; 75 for seated dinner with room for dancing)

Included furniture: Wooden garden chairs, three 8’ wooden banquet tables, antique library furnishings

The garden-level Reading Room transforms into a one-of-a-kind space for your celebration.

Rental fee: $5,500 ($1,000 discount offered January – June)

Locations: Lower level Reading Room (Main Level and mezzanine access for couple photographs only)

Time frame: 5 hour event (plus additional 3 hours of vendor setup & breakdown). Additional hours can be reserved at a rate of $500/hr.

Capacity: 75 guests for seated dinner with room for dancing

Included furniture: Wooden garden chairs, three 8’ wooden banquet tables, antique library furnishings

Ceremonies on the Main Level are only available during a full-building rental. If you’re interested in reserving the entire library for your ceremony without hosting a reception in the building, please submit an inquiry with additional details.