Busch-Reisinger Museum
Cambridge, Middlesex County, US
- Address32 Quincy Street, 32 Quincy St, Cambridge, MA 02138, USA, Cambridge, Middlesex County
- CountryUS
- Typemuseum
- Websitehttps://harvardartmuseums.org
The Busch-Reisinger Museum, located at 32 Quincy Street in Cambridge, Massachusetts, is part of the Harvard Art Museums. While the main collection of the Busch-Reisinger Museum is housed at 32 Quincy Street, the Adolphus Busch Hall, which is a separate venue, offers unique event spaces for meetings, conferences, and events.
Adolphus Busch Hall
Location: 29 Kirkland Street, Cambridge, MA
Description:
Adolphus Busch Hall is an enchanting and intimate event space designed in the spirit of a grand medieval hall. The hall features casts of medieval and Renaissance sculpture and stonework, part of the Busch-Reisinger Museum’s founding collection. The venue includes a beautiful walled garden and terrace, available seasonally and included in the rental fee.
Function Rooms and Capacities:
- Seated Dinner: 60 guests
- Standing Reception: 80 guests
Services:
- Unique Architecture: Arched ceilings and medieval-inspired architecture.
- Medieval and Renaissance Statuary: Throughout the hall.
- Outdoor Garden: A stone-paved garden with a petite bubbling fountain, vine-covered walls, and statues overlooking the greenery.
- Custom Menus: Dine on a custom menu reminiscent of medieval times or play with a juxtaposing theme of modernity and Renaissance.
- Daytime Concerts: The hall is also a venue for daytime concerts during the academic year on its famous D. A. Flentrop pipe organ.
- Seasonal Availability: The lush and blossoming courtyard is available seasonally, perfect for garden party-style receptions or elegant cocktail parties.
Event Facilities
Adolphus Busch Hall offers a versatile and enchanting setting for various events, including intimate weddings, dinners, and cocktail parties. The hall's unique architecture and beautiful garden make it an ideal choice for corporate events, VIP dinners, and other special gatherings. The venue's capacity for seated dinners is 60 guests, while it can accommodate up to 80 guests for standing receptions. The hall's services include custom menu options and the use of the adjacent garden for outdoor events.