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The National Museum of the U.S. Army is a museum and wedding venue located outside of Washington D.C. This state-of-the-art facility occupies 84 acres of land and features several indoor and outdoor areas, with a total of 185,000 square feet of space. The museum celebrates more than 240 years of U.S. Army history and honors the nation’s soldiers, providing a one-of-a-kind setting for your big day.

Facilities and Capacity

The museum’s 8,607-square-foot lobby offers a luminous, welcoming space, accommodating up to 400 seated guests. The Veterans’ Hall is a multi-functional space that can seat 270. A pre-function area is adjacent to the Veterans’ Hall, providing additional room if needed. The Medal of Honor Garden, Cafe Terrace, and ELC Terrace all serve as outdoor options to host your celebration. For couples with larger gatherings, the lawn of the venue’s parade field can be tented, providing space for over 1,000 guests.

Services Offered

The venue’s professional staff is dedicated to helping make your wedding vision a reality. Wedding-related events like rehearsal dinners, ceremonies, and receptions can all be held at the National Museum of the U.S. Army. When booking your special day here, you’ll also have access to the following wedding services to make your event as stress free as possible:

  • Lighting/sound
  • Parking and valet
  • Setup and cleanup
  • Wheelchair access
  • WiFi

Cuisine

Couples planning to have their event at the museum can take advantage of the many catering and bar services available. Dining style options are buffets, cocktail receptions, family style, plated service, stations, and more. You’ll also be able to choose between a cash, limited, and open bar. The National Museum of the U.S. Army offers a variety of bar services for you and your guests:

  • Bartenders
  • House beer, liquor, and wine
  • Premium liquor
  • Signature drink
  • Specialty beer and wine
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Frequently asked questions

Do you have a site fee for wedding receptions at your venue?

Yes

Which of the following are included in starting site fee?

China
Clean Up
Flatware
Glassware
Linens
Parking
Set Up

Which of the following are included in the cost of wedding catering?

Server(s)

How many event spaces or rooms does your venue offer?

5

Describe your venue:

Museum
Rooftop

What kind of settings are available?

Indoor
Covered Outdoor
Uncovered Outdoor

Which of the following wedding events does your venue service?

Ceremony
Reception
Rehearsal Dinner

What event services do you offer?

Bar Services
Catering Services
Clean Up
Event Rentals
Wifi

What catering services do you offer?

Buffet
Cocktail Reception
Dessert
Family Style
Hors d'oeuvres
Outside Cake
Plated
Server(s)
Stations

What bar services do you provide?

Bartender(s)
Cash Bar
House Beer
House Liquor
House Wine
Limited Bar
Liquor License
Open Bar
Premium Liquor
Signature Drink
Specialty Beer
Specialty Wine

What food and beverage items are available?

Barware
China
Flatware
Glassware
Linens

What transportation and access is available?

Parking
Valet
Wheelchair Access

What months are included in your peak season?

May
June
July
September
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