Poe Museum

1914 East Main Street, Richmond, VA

Poe Museum

1914 East Main Street, Richmond, VA

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Capacity: 75 people

About Poe Museum

A garden oasis in Historic Downtown Richmond, the Poe Museum's Enchanted Garden makes for a small event venue that is absolutely poetic! Edgar Allan Poe considered gardens to be one of the highest art forms. Inspired by his poem "To One in Paradise," the Museum's Enchanted Garden was created in 1922 to pay tribute to this passion. The Gardens at the Poe Museum are the convergence of many aspects of the history and culture of Richmond. The landscape captures the romance and mystery of Poe's work while also paying homage to the southern tradition of gardening. This beautiful, intimate space is ideal for small weddings, parties and business gatherings of 75 people or less. Inquire directly for more information and availability.

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Attendees: 2-75 | Deposit is Required | Pricing is for all event types

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Attendees: 2-75 | $1,250 - $3,000 /event
Pricing for all event types

$1,250 - $3,000

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The Poe Museum is an oasis in the heart of historic Shockoe Bottom, Richmond, and the space is entirely inspired by Poe's poetry and tales. The rental fee includes use of the beautiful Enchanted Garden, and exhibits will remain open for event guests. The museum does not provide chairs, tables, tents, etc, but has vendors with whom we work. Set-up and clean up are the responsibility of the lessee, not the museum, including the disposal of trash and removal of decorations. The museum remains open for normal hours of operation, regardless of rentals. A space is available for the party as a dressing/staging area. No ceremonies, parties, receptions, etc. may take place until after 5pm with the exception of the 2-hour package. Fees: 4-hour rental: $3,000; available from 5pm to 10pm, Fridays-Sundays only; 75 guest maximum. Please note that only the four-hour package allows for the option to install an event-scale tent from our preferred vendor. 2-hour rental: $1,250 during open hours, or $1,750 for afterhours; available from 11am to 10pm Tuesday-Saturday; 12pm to 10pm Sunday; 25 guest maximum during open hours; 40 guests maximum afterhours. Micro events: *available to Poe Museum members only* $200/per hour; 2-hour maximum; available from 11am to 8pm Tuesday-Saturday; 12pm to 8pm Sunday; 15 guest maximum.

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The Enchanted Garden

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The Enchanted Garden is a charming courtyard, enclosed on all sides by the Poe Museum's exhibit buildings, including the oldest house in the city. Its design is inspired by Poe's classic poem "To One in Paradise": "A green isle in the sea, love, A fountain and a shrine, All wreathed with fairy fruits and flowers, And all the flowers were mine." The garden is equipped with Wi-Fi and multiple outlets, making it ideal for a variety of event setups.

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Wireless Internet/Wi-Fi

Features

Atmosphere/Decor: An intimate, historic setting with brick walls, walking paths, and a shrine dedicated to Poe. The well-maintained gardens are updated to reflect each season. Exhibits can remain open throughout the rental, though all food and drink must be kept outside.
Floor Covering: Grass and brick
Floor Number: Two
Special Features: Gardens, fountain, large lawn

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Outdoor Function Area
Outside Catering Allowed
Wireless Internet/Wi-Fi

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Max Number of People for an Event: 75
Special Features: Historic, Offbeat, Unique, Southern-Gothic

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