Heinz History Center

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Full wedding (ceremony and reception) pricing

Starting at $5,000

Guest capacity

Up to 315 seated guests

About this venue

Whether you’re looking for a beautiful setting for a wedding, need an off-site conference location, or you’re celebrating a birthday or corporate milestone, the History Center is the ideal place to create your own history. As Pennsylvania’s largest history museum and the region’s oldest cultural institution, the History Center is dedicated to preserving and celebrating major events – not just the many ways Pittsburgh has shaped the world, but your own personal histories as well. Your weddings, birthdays, and company anniversaries are all part of the fabric of what makes Pittsburgh an extraordinary city. The History Center’s non-traditional atmosphere, central location, exciting exhibitions, professional staff, team commitment to customer service, competitive rental rates, and extraordinary food and beverage service provided by Common Plea Catering are just some of the reasons to consider the History Center for your next meeting or event. (See the Common Plea catering menu.)

Seated guest capacity

2-315

Venue type

Ballrooms, Banquet Halls
Golf and Country Clubs
Historic Estates, Mansions
Industrial Spaces
Museums, Galleries
Urban Locations

Venue setting

Indoor

1212 Smallman St, Pittsburgh, PA 15222

Our event spaces

Great Hall

A Pittsburgh staple is the Great Hall. Adorned with vintage vehicles, a trolly and the Kennywood racer!

The 1st floor Great Hall is the premiere Heinz History Center location. Framed by vintage vehicles including a Conestoga wagon, an antique Fire Engine, a Stainless Steel Ford, the Heinz Hitch and an antique Trolley, the Great Hall is a wonderfully memorable venue for celebrating any historic occasion. Originally part of the Chautauqua Lake Ice House, the Great Hall features a two-story staircase, perfect for making your grand entrance, high, vaulted brick ceilings and the original steel beams.

Guest capacity

2-200 Seated

2-400 Standing

Ideal for

Wedding reception, Rehearsal dinner, Wedding shower, Engagement party, Welcome party, Farewell brunch, Cocktail hour

Room cost

$3,800

Mueller Center + Deck

Beautiful ballroom with a bonus deck- City Skyline views!

is a beautifully appointed, contemporary ballroom featuring a wall of windows and a 15' x 135' outdoor deck with a gorgeous view of the river and a view of the downtown skyline. Once the sun sets, the built-in track lights give a beautiful starry night effect. The Mueller Foyer and Deck can be utilized for cocktails before moving into the main ballroom which can accommodate up to 325 guests with a dance floor. Available for daytime and evening rental events.

Guest capacity

2-315 Seated

2-450 Standing

Ideal for

Wedding ceremony, Wedding reception, Wedding shower, Engagement party, After party, Farewell brunch, Couples luncheon, Cocktail hour

Guests often feel this space is

“Luxurious and chic”

Room cost

$3,800 for 5 hours

Library + Archives

Unique intimate space with wooden beams and a beautiful glass back drop.

The 6th floor Library and Archives Reading Room is a perfect setting for a wedding ceremony ranging from 10 to 250 guests. Original architectural elements that enhance the space include wooden beams, brick columns, and a glass wall with views of downtown.

Guest capacity

2-250 Seated

2-250 Standing

Ideal for

Wedding ceremony

Guests often feel this space is

“Warm and cozy”

Room cost

$1500-$3000 depending on ceremony size

Campbell Gallery

Interactive space with 3 Galleries attached for exploring!

The 4th floor Campbell Gallery is a warm, intimate location for a cocktail hour with up to 250 guests. This unique space can also be used for a small wedding reception with up 60 guests As the elevator doors open on the 4th floor, a Campbell Gallery guest will see the famous Klein’s Restaurant neon sign hanging in the atrium to their right and a photo exhibit hung on brick walls around the room. There is direct access to the Heinz 57 exhibit!

Guest capacity

2-75 Seated

2-250 Standing

Ideal for

Elopement, Rehearsal dinner, Couples luncheon, Cocktail hour

Guests often feel this space is

“Surprised and delighted”

Room cost

$1000-$1,600 depending on time usage

Discovery Room

Private space adorned with brick walls and wooden beams

Tucked back in our Discovery place is our Discovery room- the perfect selection for Elopements, Intimate + Petite Weddings and celebrations for up to 80 guests seated, and 125 cocktail style.

Guest capacity

2-80 Seated

2-120 Standing

Ideal for

Wedding ceremony, Elopement, Wedding reception, Rehearsal dinner, Engagement party, Farewell brunch, Couples luncheon

Guests often feel this space is

“Relaxed”

Room cost

$1850 for up to 5 hours