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Host an Event
Host an Event at the Reynolds Center
Host your corporate special event at Washington's most elegant and dazzling new venue. The Smithsonian American Art Museum and National Portrait Gallery, part of the Donald W. Reynolds Center, are housed in a gloriously renovated National Historic Landmark building. Neoclassicism meets 21st-century exuberance in the recently completed Robert and Arlene Kogod Courtyard. The spectacular decor of the Victorian embellished Great Hall includes faux finished columns and an intricate stained glass rotunda. The Luce Foundation Center for American Art displays block-long skylights showcasing more than 3,300 works of art on two balconied levels overlooking a marble-floored sculpture gallery.Special Event Guidelines
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Robert and Arlene Kogod CourtyardReception: 1200 Seated: 850 Hosting an event? The Robert and Arlene Kogod Courtyard, with its elegant glass canopy, is one of the largest and most magnificent event spaces in Washington. Designed by the world-renowned architectural firm Foster + Partners, the enclosed courtyard provides a distinctive, contemporary accent to the museums' Greek Revival building. The Luce Foundation Center for American Art (Luce Center) Reception: 800 Seated: 300 The Luce Foundation Center for American Art features three levels of Smithsonian American Art Museum's painting, sculpture, folk art, and craft collections, on display in floor to ceiling glass cases. The Luce Center's architectural elements such as the elaborate columns, bronze railings, multicolored marble floor, large windows and a city-block long skylight will make any gathering an event to remember. Great Hall Reception: 366 Seated: 300 This regal space, accentuated by late 19th century architectural highlights was the reception area where President Lincoln and Mrs. Lincoln greeted guests attending the president's second inaugural ball. The hand laid encaustic tile floor, curving double staircase and soaring vaulted ceilings are sure to captivate your guests. The Nan Tucker McEvoy Auditorium Reception: 346 The Nan Tucker McEvoy Auditorium, a 346-seat facility located on the building's lower level is equipped with a state-of-the-art sound and video system, film projection capabilities, flexible lighting, a sprung stage and concert grand piano. Portico Modeled after the Parthenon in Athens, this graceful outdoor space creates the perfect atmosphere for intimate cocktail receptions. Event Start Time All special events that take place in the Kogod Courtyard, the Luce Foundation Center, and the Great Hall must begin after 7:00pm. Special Events Inquiry form
Reynolds Center Special Event Office Contact Info
For more information call the Office of Special Events at 202-633-6333 or email ReynoldsCenterEvents@si.edu. |
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