The Parthenon
2500 West End Avenue, Nashville, TN
500 Capacity
The Parthenon is an iconic feature of music city and a must-see attraction for all Nashville visitors. With room for up to 225* guests, the building is an elegant space to host your next private event. Perfect for weddings, parties, receptions, and corporate dinners there is no other place like it in the Western Hemisphere.
The Parthenon houses a museum with rotating contemporary exhibits as well as a permanent collection. The Naos room boasts a stunning 42 ft. golden statue of Athena, the goddess of wisdom and war, and the Treasury features casts of the original Parthenon.
The Parthenon is available for private reservations after public museum hours. A private reservation includes exclusive access to the art galleries, Naos Room, Treasury, and Plaza. Impress your guests with this incredible space and simultaneously support Parthenon and Centennial Park programming.
The Parthenon
2500 West End Avenue, Nashville, TN
500 Capacity
The Parthenon is an iconic feature of music city and a must-see attraction for all Nashville visitors. With room for up to 225* guests, the building is an elegant space to host your next private event. Perfect for weddings, parties, receptions, and corporate dinners there is no other place like it in the Western Hemisphere.
The Parthenon houses a museum with rotating contemporary exhibits as well as a permanent collection. The Naos room boasts a stunning 42 ft. golden statue of Athena, the goddess of wisdom and war, and the Treasury features casts of the original Parthenon.
The Parthenon is available for private reservations after public museum hours. A private reservation includes exclusive access to the art galleries, Naos Room, Treasury, and Plaza. Impress your guests with this incredible space and simultaneously support Parthenon and Centennial Park programming.
People Often Ask
Yes, food and beverages are permitted for events, but they must be managed by licensed and insured professional caterers and are restricted to designated areas of the museum to protect our historic collections.
Private events are typically held during non-public hours after the museum has closed to the general public, providing your guests with exclusive after-hours access to the galleries and exhibits.
Yes, the Parthenon is fully accessible. An elevator is available to transport guests between the lower-level galleries and the upper-level Naos where the Athena statue is located.
To preserve our historic structure and art, certain items such as open flames, helium balloons, glitter, confetti, and adhesives on the walls or columns are strictly prohibited. All decorative plans must be reviewed and approved prior to the event.
Guests can park in the public parking lots located throughout Centennial Park. Special arrangements can be made for vendor load-in and load-out near the museum's entrance.
Event photography for personal use is permitted. However, any commercial photography, filming, or promotional media requires prior approval and a permit from the Metro Nashville Parks and Recreation Department.
Event Spaces
The Indoor Gathering Space
The Outdoor Gathering Space
Additional Info
Venue Types
Amenities
- ADA/ACA Accessible
- Outdoor Function Area
- Outside Catering Allowed
- Waterfront
- Waterview
- Wireless Internet/Wi-Fi
Features
- Max Number of People for an Event: 500
- Special Features: The Parthenon houses a museum with rotating contemporary exhibits as well as a permanent collection. The Naos room boasts a stunning 42 ft. golden statue of Athena, the goddess of wisdom and war, and the Treasury features casts of the original Parthenon.