Pennsylvania Academy of the Fine Arts
118-128 N Broad St
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania 19102
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania 19102
Event Types Welcomed
Adult Social Event | Corporate Social Events | Professional Meeting/Training/Conference/Retreat | Wedding Ceremony/ReceptionMaximum
Meeting:1000
Meeting:1000
Meeting
Rooms:6
Rooms:6
- The Perfect PAFA Wedding
The classical and the contemporary, fine arts galleries that fit your unique special event. Support history in the making!
The Washington Foyer 
The Rotunda
The Historic Landmark Building's lobby & first floor
The Grand Staircase, Mezzanine & Washington Foyer
The Salon Gallery
The Rotunda
The Tuttlemen, Annenburg & School of Fine Arts Galleries
The Annenburg Gallery
Hamilton Building's Front Lobby, Donohoe Hall, Broad Street Studio & Museum Shop 
Hamilton Building's Donohoe Hall, Museum Gates & Grand Staircase and McGuire Gallery
Hamilton Building's School of Fine Arts, Annenburg, and Tuttlemen Galleries
The Annenburg Gallery
Tuttlemen Sculpture Gallery
Sculpture Study Center
The Cohen Board Room
Lenfest Plaza at PAFA
About
About Pennsylvania Academy of the Fine Arts
The Pennsylvania Academy of the Fine Arts (PAFA) is two Philadelphia event venues in one. The elegant Victorian architecture of the Historic Landmark Building and the spacious, contemporary Samuel M.V. Hamilton Building offer the perfect backdrop to dine and dance in the galleries, surrounded by one of the best collections of American art in the world.
Located directly across from the Pennsylvania Convention Center, PAFA is the starting point of Philadelphia's celebrated Museum Mile intersecting the Avenue of the Arts. Our friendly and knowledgeable staff will guide you throughout the entire planning process to ensure a memorable Philadelphia event for you and your guests. Watch the video above to learn more about some of the attributes that make the Pennsylvania Academy of Fine Arts a premier Philadelphia event venue.
Located directly across from the Pennsylvania Convention Center, PAFA is the starting point of Philadelphia's celebrated Museum Mile intersecting the Avenue of the Arts. Our friendly and knowledgeable staff will guide you throughout the entire planning process to ensure a memorable Philadelphia event for you and your guests. Watch the video above to learn more about some of the attributes that make the Pennsylvania Academy of Fine Arts a premier Philadelphia event venue.
LOCATION + TRANSPORTATION
Philadelphia
:
Philadelphia International Airport - 20 minutes
Taxi | Bus | Subway | Train | Lyft | Uber
Onsite: Yes Fee
CATERING
Constellation Culinary delivers inventive cuisine, artful presentation, and unparalleled service to create events that surpass all expectation. Every event and menu is customized to ensure an individualized experience that fulfills each planner's vision, whether it be for a sophisticated social gathering, noteworthy corporate event or distinctive non-profit fundraising gala. Characterized by bold, flavorful fare made with locally-sourced ingredients, served with choreographed precision, Constellation Culinary presents flawless events with a dedicated team of onsite professionals.Must Use In-House Catering
Cultural Catering
Venue Hosted Alcohol Permitted
Self-Service Alcohol Permitted
AMENITIES + UNIQUE EXPERIENCES
MEETING + EVENT SPACE CAPACITIES
1000 Attendees
6 Spaces
:
Theatre Style 300 | Standing Reception 1000 | Seated Reception 350 | Outdoor/Rooftop Spaces 100
TECHNOLOGY
Our Auditorium space has built in projection with screen. We have basic A/V equipment in house and recommend IMS for any additional audio/visual or event production needs.Yes
Free
RENTAL POLICIES
Alcohol ConsumptionCannabis Consumption
Amenities + Unique Experiences
AMENITIES
Amenities
Location
Location + Transportation
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Nearby Airport
Philadelphia International Airport - 20 minutesNearby Cities
PhiladelphiaTransportation + Parking
Nearby Attractions
Nearby Attractions
Nearby Attractions
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Experience the history of the Academy and support America's first Art Museum and Arts Higher Education Institution.
Experience the history of the Academy and support America's first Art Museum and Arts Higher Education Institution.
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The Convention Center is mere steps away from our front doors, making PAFA a hub for conventions clients--from hospitality suites, to meeting rooms, and the best receptions.
The Convention Center is mere steps away from our front doors, making PAFA a hub for conventions clients--from hospitality suites, to meeting rooms, and the best receptions.
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Home of and nicknamed for Robert Indiana's Love sculpture which overlooks the plaza Love Park, is officially known as John F. Kennedy Plaza, is a plaza located in Center City, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. One of the most photographed and visited parts of Philly, right around the corner from PAFA.
Home of and nicknamed for Robert Indiana's Love sculpture which overlooks the plaza Love Park, is officially known as John F. Kennedy Plaza, is a plaza located in Center City, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. One of the most photographed and visited parts of Philly, right around the corner from PAFA.
