General Event Space
| Maximum Capacity: 120
Restored in 2006, this unique room originally served as the Glessners’ stables. Now it is a large, open space filled with historic details and character—perfect for your next event. A wonderful setting for large dinners, special receptions, and corporate events, it can be rented in combination with our Courtyard or as an alternative for rainy weather.
Supported Layouts and Capacities
Banquet - 10 per
Capacity: 100 People
Banquet - 8 per
Capacity: 96 People
Classroom - 30"
Capacity: 50 People
Conference
Capacity: 40 People
Hollow Square
Capacity: 40 People
Reception
Capacity: 120 People
Theater
Capacity: 100 People
U-Shape
Capacity: 20 People
General Event Space
| Maximum Capacity: 45
Once an all-glass conservatory, this space is ideal for small parties, lectures, retreats, conferences, or general meetings. The room’s octagonal shape, vaulted ceiling, and beautiful view of the Courtyard, make it a unique choice for any event.
Supported Layouts and Capacities
Classroom - 30"
Capacity: 30 People
Hollow Square
Capacity: 20 People
Theater
Capacity: 45 People
Outdoor Venue
| Maximum Capacity: 200
Renovated in 2000, the Courtyard is one of the jewels in the Glessner House crown. A peaceful
outdoor retreat, it is the perfect setting for a large party or corporate reception. This child-friendly space, which can be tented, is also ideal for outdoor birthday parties and other family celebrations.
Supported Layouts and Capacities
Banquet - 10 per
Capacity: 150 People
Banquet - 8 per
Capacity: 150 People
Reception
Capacity: 200 People
Theater
Capacity: 200 People
General Event Space
| Maximum Capacity: 40
With a curved bay of windows that looks out to the Courtyard, this historic space is the only one
available for rental on the museum’s first floor. It can be used for a private dinner for up to 18 guests, using exact reproductions of the Glessners' original oak dining room furniture. Adjacent to the parlor, the 1887 Steinway piano can be rented for musical entertainment during your event.
Supported Layouts and Capacities
Banquet - 8 per
Capacity: 40 People
Reception
Capacity: 40 People
Theater
Capacity: 40 People