Private event and meeting space in Durham guaranteed to impress
21c Museum Hotel Durham brings over 10,500 square feet of art-filled exhibition and event space to the heart of downtown Durham. 21c Durham features a wide range of spaces – many with cutting edge audiovisual technology and large light-filled windows – making it the perfect venue for board retreats, executive meetings, cocktail gatherings, reception dinners, charitable events, intimate weddings or any other special occasion.
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Meetings
Need an inspiring venue for your next meeting? 21c Durham’s conference room includes state-of-the-art audiovisual capabilities for up to 14, while our gallery spaces offer the perfect venue for larger groups. Talk to our professional event team to learn more.
Weddings
Make your dream wedding a work of art at 21c! The Main Gallery, our beautiful and historic ballroom space, is perfect for ceremonies and receptions and can be transformed while your guests enjoy cocktail hour among our second-floor contemporary art galleries. Nods to the building’s rich history can be experienced through warm wood paneling and the original terrazzo flooring, complemented expertly by our grand, modern chandeliers. Groups of up to 180 seated guests can be accommodated within the Main Gallery space, or alternatively, 130 comfortably with a large dance floor.
Celebrations & Corporate Events
21c Durham is the perfect event venue for celebrations of all sorts, from unions and reunions, milestones and anniversaries, to product launches and corporate kickoffs. Our dedicated event staff will help you treat your crew to an unforgettable occasion.
Durham Private Event Amenities
Check out our 21c Durham Sales Kit to get up to speed on all the most crucial information, from capacity charts and floor plans to special amenities and extra offerings.
Capacity
Space is available for private parties of 10 – 250 people.
Catering
Catering is provided by Counting House’s culinary team. Menus by executive chef Stephanie Klos celebrates North Carolina’s rich heritage of fresh seafood.
Wedding Packages
As a new chapter of your life unfolds, 21c offers a unique venue in which to gather the ones you love. We offer comprehensive, artful wedding packages that ensure you and your guests enjoy a seamless celebration. All wedding packages include special amenities for the couple and their wedding party:
- Complimentary luxury guest room for the couple
- $40 Counting House voucher for the couple, available as room service or in-restaurant dining
- Mimosas for the wedding party
- Complimentary handheld microphones for toasts
Go green
As you begin planning your next meeting or event, 21c encourages you to think green. Environmentally responsible meetings and events are not only good for the earth, they can be great for your budget. From conference call services to recycling handouts to locally-sourced lunches, 21c and Counting House are happy to get creative in reducing the environmental impact of your meeting or event. Let your event planner know if you’d like guidance in planning an eco-conscious meeting or event.
Business services
- Full service 24-hour business center
- State-of-the-art audiovisual equipment
- Hard-wired and wireless high-speed internet access, complimentary
- Professional catering and meeting services
- Mail and package services
