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Weddings

The architecture of the Barnes—both inside and out—provides a stunning backdrop for weddings, as well as engagement parties, rehearsal dinners, and bridal showers. With many spaces and catering options, we can accommodate grand-scale receptions, intimate parties, and anything in between.

Our experienced staff and catering team will help you plan every detail. Other benefits of hosting at the Barnes include:

  • Complimentary access to the collection and special exhibitions
  • Multiple locations for wedding photos including our private gardens
  • Complimentary parking and coat check; valet parking available
  • On-site audio-visual support
  • Use of Barnes images for invitations and event-related publications
  • Circles membership benefits for one year including free admission, exclusive programs and lectures, and invitations to special events

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Event Spaces

Walter and Leonore Annenberg Court and Terrace

Our main event space, the large and beautiful Annenberg Court, can accommodate weddings of up to 275 guests with dancing.

The Annenberg Court opens onto the expansive terrace, one of Philadelphia's largest covered outdoor spaces, creating a unique indoor-outdoor venue. The space may be used for ceremony, cocktails, or dinner. In the evening, your guests can enjoy a cocktail or dessert by the lusterware-tiled fireplace.

  • Cocktails and seated dinner with dancing: up to 275
  • Ceremony on-site, cocktails, seated dinner with dancing: up to 225

Constellation Culinary Group

The exclusive caterer of the Barnes, Constellation Culinary Group will create an unforgettable culinary experience for you and your guests, with custom menus and an impeccably precise service plan to match the mission of your event. Shaved white truffle served tableside, gueridon-style cheese service, and a choice of cutlery to complement a perfectly aged NY strip steak are just a few of the unexpected touches you’ll enjoy. And you’ll find that our signature approach to creating culinary experiences and our ability to interpret and feature “food as art” align seamlessly with the refined reputation and the world-class collection at the Barnes.

Meet the Team

McKenna Macko

Director of Special Events and Dining, Barnes

McKenna brings over a decade of expertise in the nonprofit arts industry to her leadership role. In her five-plus years at the Barnes, she has been instrumental in creating unforgettable experiences that seamlessly blend hospitality and artistry. She holds a BS in hospitality management and is known for her meticulous attention to detail and unwavering commitment to client satisfaction. McKenna looks forward to working with you to create special memories with your friends and family.

Colleen Delaney Humes

Sales Manager, Groups and Events, Barnes

Born and raised just outside of Philadelphia, Colleen is a proud member of the Barnes team. She offers a warm welcome and a wide range of knowledge for all clients. She enjoys collaborating with tour operators and groups leaders to create unforgettable experiences.

Kristina Petrick

General Manager, Constellation Culinary Group

As GM of Constellation at the Barnes, Kristina prioritizes smooth operations, open communication, and truly exceptional service above all else. She developed these pillars of her management philosophy over the course of a 15-plus-year hospitality career at the helm of noteworthy venues throughout the region. Most recently, Kristina served as assistant general manager at the Philadelphia Museum of Art.

Michael O’Meara

Executive Chef, Constellation Culinary Group

A graduate of the Restaurant School at Walnut Hill College, Michael trained in some of Philadelphia’s landmark restaurants before opening his own acclaimed restaurant, Sweet Vidalia, in Beach Haven, New Jersey. Michael has taught culinary training and restaurant development at the JNA Institute of Culinary Arts and served as executive chef of Trump National Golf Club Philadelphia, chef de cuisine at Jose Garces’s JG Domestic, and an independent restaurant consultant for high-end hospitality providers in Philadelphia and New Jersey.

Jamie Clarke

Director of Catering, Constellation Culinary Group

A Temple University graduate with a degree in hospitality, Jamie previously worked for hotels in Washington, DC, and Philadelphia. She has held multiple roles in her four-plus years at the Barnes with Constellation, consistently demonstrating a sharp eye for detail and unwavering dedication to her clients.

Joseph Touni

Catering Sales Manager, Constellation Culinary Group

Joseph brings years of high-level hospitality experience to the Constellation team at the Barnes. With an eye for design, he elevates his events by focusing on presentation. His energetic personality and team player mentality result in the execution of seamless experiences for clients and their guests.

Cherrell Flowers

Event Manager, Constellation Culinary Group

Cherrell is a seasoned event coordinator and logistical expert who draws on years of experience in planning and executing events. Highly organized and detail orientated, she puts just as much focus and care into intimate events as she does for large-scale productions.