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The Museum of Science offers a unique waterfront wedding venue in the heart of Boston, Massachusetts. The venue offers panoramic views of the Charles River and of the Boston skyline, setting the perfect backdrop for your wedding celebration. The museum provides a unique wedding experience, with access to permanent attractions, exhibits, shows and riveting surroundings. Each wedding is personalized to match your style, whether you are planning a classic, elegant wedding, a whimsical event or anything in between. The Museum of Science provides delectable in-house wedding dining options, and has connections to preferred vendors in the area. The staff are committed to creating and delivering a unique event with superior service that you and your guests will remember for years to come.
Facilities and Capacity
The Museum of Science can host wedding ceremonies and receptions with 100 to 250 wedding guests. The venue hosts a number of indoor spaces, as well as the outdoor riverfront Washburn Pavilion.
Services Offered
The Museum of Science offers a wide array of wedding services, including:
Event planning
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Event rentals
In-house catering
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Amenities
Ceremony Area
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Handicap Accessible
Indoor Event Space
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Outdoor Event Space
Reception Area
Wireless Internet
Guest Capacity
300+
Settings
Beach
Waterfront
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Venue Service Offerings
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Reviews
4.9
out of 5.0135 reviews
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The Museum of Science is highly praised for its unique and breathtaking wedding venues, especially the Blue Wing Gallery and Washburn Pavilion. Reviewers highlight the exceptional coordination, service, and attention to detail provided by the staff, particularly Sheryl and Sage, who are described as supportive, organized, and enthusiastic throughout the planning process and on the wedding day. The in-house caterer, MAX Ultimate, receives accolades for fantastic food and service. Guests appreciate the stunning views, seamless execution, and memorable experiences at the venue, making it a top choice for couples looking for a remarkable and flawless wedding celebration.Review photos
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Sharon H
5.0
10/28/2025
We had a fantastic experience with the Museum of Science for our September 2025 wedding. We first toured the venue in April 2024 and were impressed by the venue's uniqueness and breadth of coordination. We ended up booking our ceremony and reception in the Blue Wing Gallery. Sheryl, our coordinator, was fantastic to work with throughout the entire process. She was very organized and responsive, and we appreciated her enthusiasm and pragmatic advice based on her years of event planning experience. Note that the Museum does require you to work with their in-house caterer, MAX Ultimate, which was no problem because the food/drink was fantastic. Their main coordinator, Sage, was also phenomenal and a great cheerleader throughout the process. Day-of staff were extremely supportive and communicative throughout the day, working seamlessly with our vendors. We are so grateful that we could rely on the MOS team to take care of us and our guests so we could focus on having an amazing wedding. Our guests **loved** the venue and getting to visit for free during the weekend was a great bonus! We would recommend the Museum to anyone who is looking for a unique venue and incredibly responsive team.
Alyssa R
5.0
9/15/2025
We had our wedding at the Museum of Science and we could not have been happier with the experience. Sheryl and her team were outstanding and helped us along every step of the way. Sheryl was so responsive and patient with every single request. She supported us in all of our decisions and made all of our ideas come to life. We felt so thankful to have her there on the day of our wedding to take care of us and make sure everything ran smoothly. We had our ceremony outside by the river and the cocktail hour under the Washburn Pavilllion and the ceremony in the Blue Wing. The guests loved being able to take beautiful photos outside by the river with the city backdrop and then fun pictures with the museum exhibits. We really could not imagine getting married anywhere else.
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Stephanie A
5.0
9/13/2025
We had quite literally the BEST day and are so glad we booked this truly incredible and beautiful venue. The Washburn pavilion is truly a beautiful space and the backdrop for our ceremony being the Charles river and Boston skyline was a dream come true. Everyone had an incredible time and commented on how beautiful the venue was. Sheryl with the museum of science is a true god send. She planned everything perfectly, no need for having a separate day of coordinator as they take care of everything for you, to the level of having someone discreetly follow you around and make sure you are fed and have drinks and everything you need throughout the night! Sheryl thank you for being so incredible, taking care of our every need, and putting up with my gallion questions. It was a literally the best day and you made it happen!!!!
Danny B
5.0
8/17/2025
Have you ever left a review for something and worried that the person reading your review might not believe what you write? That's kind of where I am as I want to fill the 3500-character word limit of this review box gushing about the Museum of Science, their staff, and how they helped us pull off an unforgettable and literally flawless evening for our wedding.
They let us build and helped us place a dino-sized flower crown on their T. rex, for crying out loud. (I'm mentioning this at the top so you, the reader, don't miss it. This is how amazing they are.)
We reached out to the Museum 8 months in advance of our wedding date, and quickly learned that Sheryl, who has run events for the MoS for 30 years, is a force of nature who is kind and unfazed by literally any question we could throw at her. Our event was a bit unorthodox: we bypassed a wedding ceremony, and focused on a "night at the museum" themed reception filling the Blue Wing. We also (in our own style) chose a more DIY approach to centerpieces, signage, and event planning. None of this deterred the Museum, Sheryl, or their incredible and highly competent staff.
I will be honest—given how many things we asked them to set up and put in places and arrange and prepare in the limited window between museum close (5PM) and event start (6PM), I was expected a best effort, and had asked several close friends to prepare to run around and tidy up whatever the Museum staff couldn't finish in the short time. So please believe and understand me when I say I was properly gobsmacked to walk into the Blue Wing as our event started and saw literally 100% of everything we asked for arranged and set up *perfectly*.
The staff were attentive in the months leading up to our event and night-of: they answered our questions promptly and thoroughly, with a smile and that tinge of mischievous energy we needed to match the whimsy we wanted in a science museum wedding.
We were certainly not experts in what we wanted or what was possible when we started this process, but between Sheryl's incredibly helpful Wedding Homework doc (which covered everything we couldn't remember) and our assorted followups, we developed a clear and exciting vision for what the event could be.
The MoS event staff being fully in-house, they know their venue and space and limitations and vendors to a degree which isn't otherwise possible. For instance, we took wedding photos out on the Washburn Pavilion behind the Museum, and the Museum staff built a daisy chain of chaperones to ensure our various gaggles of family members made it from the Museum Lobby to the Pavilion quickly and efficiently. They also appeared with water and chairs for photo shoot guests before anyone could even ask.
Every couple has high hopes and dreams for what their wedding can or could look like. We had seen photos of the Museum all decked out for weddings and parties on their Instagram, but neither of us had truly let ourselves believe that it could have gone quite *this* well. Over a week later, our guests are still reaching out to tell us about the venue, the staff, and asking if we'd be willing to throw an anniversary party in the Blue Wing, say, five years from now.
Given how this wedding went, we're certainly considering it. Hope to see you in 2030—and if you still have it, please prepare the flower crown again for the T. rex.
Jesse P
5.0
7/18/2025
We had an absolutely fabulous experience having our wedding at the Museum of Science. The wedding took place outside behind the museum right on the Charles River in June, so we felt lucky to have gotten it as a venue.
Once we had met the lead planner for Mos Weddings, we knew we were in extremely capable hands. Sheryl created the museum wedding program herself and has been doing this for over a decade.
One of the things that stand out with professionals like her is communication. Sheryl was extremely quick to respond to emails, and she worked seamlessly with the event head of our catering company. One of our highlights of the wedding came during the tasting, which took place in February when it was so cold out that there were islands of Ice out on the Charles RIver. We sat up on one of the Museum's top indoor floors, and watched the city as Sheryl and Sage (Catering) walked us through our entire wedding while--literally--wining and dining us. It was a freezing February here if you remember, so special thank you to Sheryl and Sage for that alone. We needed that!!!
Although I was stressed in the moment (for obvious reasons), I didn't notice a single snafu or mistake in the plan on their end. I guess you could say they were...perfect.
Thank you Sheryl for a series of unforgettable experiences. I hope we can remain in touch!
Emily K
5.0
6/10/2025
I would not look any further for a wedding venue! My daughter's wedding was unlike any wedding you will ever attend. The pavilion behind the museum is right on the Charles has the best view in all of Boston with expansive views of the city. The reception was in the Blue Wing exhibit hall, which is 3 stories high. A two story planet Earth rotated over our heads and we were surrounded by space capsules and amazing exhibits. The wedding planner, Sheryl White Vincent, was the best. She made all the planning easy and on wedding day everything flowed seamlessly. I cannot say enough good things about the venue and the team that helps us every step of the way. Between the unique venue, the service and the food, my family and friends are still raving about the wedding 3 days later!
Alex T
5.0
10/24/2024
Having my wedding at MOS was the privilege of a lifetime. After submitting an online form, Nora reached out immediately and we scheduled a viewing the next day. Upon walking into the Blue Wing, I knew our search was done (despite the fact that it was the first venue we saw). The space is accessible for those with mobility issues, beautiful, open, and fun, but what really made the evening was working with Nora. Nora was organized, communicative, and unflappable; I am so glad we were able to work with her throughout planning and on the wedding day! Nora and her staff, and MOS in general, are a well oiled machine, and we are still getting compliments about how beautiful and unique our wedding was... and maybe some "complaints" from those whose kids now expect every wedding reception to have museum exhibits ;) Thank you for an incredible evening that we will never forget!
Rossana M
5.0
9/04/2024
The Museum of Science is truly a fantastic venue for a wedding! Nora was incredibly helpful and accommodating, always paying attention to every detail. I would get married ten more times so I could do it again and again there ❤️
Jackie C
5.0
6/18/2024
The Museum of Science was one of the most beautiful venues we have been to and booked it immediately after seeing it! Nora was amazing to work with and incredibly helpful and responsive during the planning process and the day of. We had our dream wedding and cannot recommend the Museum of Science enough!
Steph L
5.0
6/04/2024
Had the best experience working with the Museum of Science as our wedding venue!! Our wedding flowed so smoothly and everything was so well organized thanks to Nora and staff. Nora was so easy to work with and helped us immensely. Guests told us it was a classy and memorable event. We can't thank them enough for helping us have a perfect wedding day!!
Stephen S
5.0
1/21/2024
From the second we met with the staff of the museum of science and toured the venue we fell in love with the idea of having our wedding there. We were so excited to have the opportunity of an outdoor wedding under a veranda with the city of Boston in the background. It gave us the opportunity to have such fantastic photos that we will cherish for the rest of our lives. We were also thrilled that a portion of what we paid went to charity as that is so important to us!
The museum gives you so many options where you can have your ceremony, cocktail hour, and reception so it is perfect for everyone. The thing we will remember the most about the museum, however, is the staff. I don’t know if I can fully put into words how lucky we were to have Sage and Sheryl. Calling Sage the lead catering manager doesn’t do it justice. She is the ultimate hype woman and cares so deeply about your experience. She was so fun to spend time with during the tasting and will always be remembered as an exciting addition to our wedding. There was a moment during our first look photos that she came over to us to ask if we needed anything and got us food. Just a little thing we did not expect that made our experience that much more enjoyable.
We met Sheryl a little later into our experience with planning the wedding at the museum. We could tell from our first conversation with her that she brought just as much energy and excitement as Sage. She was so knowledgeable about the whole wedding experience and made it much less stressful on us. Looking back on our whole experience we wouldn’t trade having them be a part of our planning for anything. We will always look back fondly on our interactions with them. I still vividly remember them being SO excited when my wife and I were walking down the aisle after our ceremony and joining us on the dance floor later in the night. I never would expect our wedding planner and caterer to be such a lively addition to our wedding. They made the best day of our lives even that much better!
Jess B
5.0
12/22/2023
I'm long overdue on what I aim to be the most gushing review about a wedding venue out there. As a bride coordinating her own wedding (no planner) from across the country, the Museum of Science was a top notch venue with such professional service. With rain in forecast on the weekend of the wedding, Sheryl jumped into action to make some gorgeous changes that kept my guests dry, happy and all with the ambiance I was looking for. I would encourage anyone needing a space for 130+ guest to review the Washburn Pavillion as an option - it was everything I wanted. Thank you so much to the whole Museum of Science team for making my wedding dreams come true!
Abbie W
5.0
11/09/2023
Our experience at Washburn Pavilion for our August wedding was nothing short of magical. From start to finish, the venue provided a breathtaking backdrop for our special day.
Brianna, the initial coordinator, was an absolute pleasure to work with. She effortlessly handled all our requests with minimal back and forth, making the planning process a breeze. Unfortunately, she left the day before our wedding, so I can't speak to the new staff, but if they follow Brianna's example, you're in good hands.
The warm summer night, accompanied by a beautiful sunset, set the perfect tone for our celebration. The venue's lawn was the ideal spot for games, adding a playful touch to the festivities. The dance floor under the twinkling lights created a romantic ambiance that enhanced the joy of the evening. If your budget allows, I highly recommend doubling the bistro lights for an even more enchanting atmosphere.
One standout aspect was the exclusive caterer, MAX, who delivered an insane culinary experience. The food was exquisite, and the service impeccable. Sage, who worked alongside MAX, was fantastic and contributed to the overall success of the event.
I would undoubtedly choose Washburn Pavilion for another event and replicate the experience without hesitation. This speaks volumes about the venue's quality and its ability to host unforgettable celebrations.
J C
5.0
11/08/2023
We had our wedding ceremony in late October in the Washburn Pavilion and the reception immediately after in the adjacent tent and it was a great experience. We worked with Brianna and Sheryl for much of the planning process and we were impressed with their attention to detail and level of responsiveness in the ~16 months between booking the venue and the event itself. Sheryl especially took care of all the coordination with the various vendors, which was very appreciated in the weeks leading up to the event. In addition, they were able to work with us to figure out our floor plan and table arrangements for the reception, which required some clever table combinations to suit the number of guests that we had at each table. Sheryl arranged for a dance floor to be set up in the pavilion, and even helped us find easels for some artwork that we wanted to have on display during the wedding. The pavilion is a space that really requires little more in way of decoration; it is simply beautiful in and of itself, and the river views were amazing as we timed our ceremony and cocktail hour with golden hour and the sunset. Though we were wary about the weather, we got lucky that our big day was unseasonably warm - a relief especially since we eschewed renting heaters, which was quoted to be ~5k.
Carly C
5.0
9/21/2023
An unbelievable experience from my initial inquiry all the way through to the execution of the final event, our wedding! Sheryl and the museum team were incredibly responsive to all emails and questions before the big day and given that there was a hurricane forecasted for the day of, we’re EXTREMELY flexible and communicative with what plan a, b and c would look like. We were able to stick to most of the original plan of having our wedding outside on the Washburn Pavilion and all of the wedding guests could not get over the views and ambiance. Although we did need to move our ceremony inside to the Skyline room, the views of Boston were still breathtaking.
Throughout the wedding night, the museum staff were on hand to answer any question, no matter how small, and ensured that the night went off without a hitch. The dance floor was huge, the meals and drinks were delicious and the entire night is something our guests and ourselves will never forget.
I can’t recommend the MoS more for a wedding or other special event because the venue is so memorable and the team/staff so incredible!
Ye Y
5.0
9/14/2023
We loved hosting our wedding celebration at the MOS. Their outdoor space is BEAUTIFUL and has great variety -- grassy area where you can set up lawn games and cocktail hour, pavilion for dancing, tent for dinner, and of course it all abuts the river for wonderful views of Boston. The team is great at what they do and very hands on in ensuring your day runs smoothly.
One negative point for awareness -- their venue fee is relatively low for a Boston city venue, but the fees to add any additional time for setup or a longer party are ridiculously high (an additional 30% tacked on to the venue fee PER hour). If you have any sort of lighting, floral installations, etc., many vendors likely need more time than what the Museum allots for setup so just something to keep in mind.
Emily V
5.0
6/26/2023
We had such a wonderful experience having our wedding at the Museum of Science and would highly recommend it to other couples who are looking for a fun and unique venue! The Washburn Pavilion is a gorgeous spot overlooking the Charles River and made a beautiful backdrop for our day. Brianna, Sage, and the rest of the team at the museum were a pleasure to work with and helped us create the wedding we envisioned. They were so responsive during our planning process and were such an amazing support the day of. The food from MAX was delicious. We also so appreciated that the caterers set aside appetizes for us to make sure that we got to enjoy the food during cocktail hour too. The team was very thoughtful every step of the way. We couldn’t recommend the Museum of Science more for your wedding or other special event!
Abbey M
5.0
6/20/2023
HOLY HECK WHAT A GREAT VENUE AND STAFF. The team is super communicative and supportive of the bride's vision. So many spaces to get married and to take photos, the food is INCREDIBLE, and again, did I mention the staff is AWESOME??? HIGHLY recommend for a Boston Wedding, you'll get SOOOOOO much bang for your buck here. Plus, how cool is this venue?!?!
Monica E
5.0
5/10/2023
Brianna and the staff at Museum of Science were great and instrumental of making our wedding reception to run so smoothly. We got married off location and only used the museum for cocktail hour and reception. The staff made the craziness of the wedding weekend so simple. We dropped our reception items off the day before and then came to the museum after our wedding ceremony to see the museum setup like the layouts that Brianna and I designed together. It was so amazing to see our vision come to life and not have to be involved in the actual execution of the transformation. Then at the end of the night the staff packaged up all our items and had them ready in the cart to be loaded in the car so we could say proper goodbye to our guests and not worrying about having to pick everything up. The coolest part of having our reception inside the museum would be able to come onsite before the cocktail hour to get private photos in the exhibits. That was a really cool experience to have the museum all to ourselves!
Jillian F
5.0
1/07/2023
We loved the Museum of Science Boston for our wedding venue! It was just what we were looking for: outdoors and on the water at the Washburn Pavilion, beautiful scenery, hotel-accessible, and close to the heart of Boston. The catering through MAX was one of the best dinners of our lives, and we really appreciated the catering team setting aside plates for us without even asking. We loved working with Sage and Brianna, who helped make our wedding day magical and completely stress-free!
Dana G
5.0
11/18/2022
We worked with Brianna and Sage and could not have had a better experience. They were so helpful and responsive to every question we had throughout the entire planning process. On the day of our wedding, everything was so perfect and exactly as we had hoped it would be. Our friends could not stop raving about how good the food tasted and how fun and interesting the venue was. We will surely have some pretty epic pictures from it all.
Michael P
4.0
10/25/2022
Top line: we were married outside under the pavilion and tent, and it was a fun, unique, and gorgeous venue.
Pros:
-gorgeous view from the venue
-many guests hadn't attended a wedding here, so it was unique and memorable
-Museum was very responsive during the entire process, which I very much appreciated
-plenty of opportunity to be creative and make the space your own.
Cons
-you are required to use a particular caterer, which is quite expensive (though, like the Museum, catering company was very responsive and accommodating, which was great)
-Museum is very rigid in its policies. Even something as simple as parking a car overnight in the garage, or picking up items the day after the event, were not possible. As someone in customer service, who works specifically with couples getting married, I found this perplexing. There would be easy ways for the Museum to make small concessions that go a long way
-somewhat related: set up and clean up times are tight, and it costs to build in extra time
-while it didn't disrupt the excellence of the evening, the arrival to the venue day of was a cluster. There was not a good plan for our arrival as bride and groom to ensure guests were not present/we had a private entrance
Maddie H
5.0
10/24/2022
The Museum of Science was the absolute perfect space for us. They had everything we needed and the most gorgeous backdrop with the Charles. Sheryl and Bill were a dream to work with and our day went so smoothly with their help. Highly recommend this venue for anyone looking for a unique space with a variety of options to tailor to you for your day!
Chris E
5.0
10/16/2022
This is an absolutely stunning venue. We chose the outdoor option and couldn't be happier with the pavilion and tent setup. The staff was professional, timely, and courteous throughout the lead up to the big day, and were absolutely on top of things and over the top when it came to delivering on the big day. I cannot recommend the venue or the team highly enough!
C F
5.0
10/12/2022
The venue was fabulous! The coordinator and staff were very friendly, helpful and creative. Our guests raved about the food and the beautiful atmosphere. My daughter had hoped for a waterfront outdoor wedding and the Museum was the perfect choice. With views of Boston and Cambridge on the Charles River their setting surpassed all others.
Be aware that the caterer, Wolfgang Puck, does not allow any remaining food to be saved. We ordered an over abundance of desserts and snacks for the evening and had to leave trays and trays of food behind.
We recommend The Museum of Science very highly and would use this venue again without hesitation!
Tori M
5.0
10/12/2022
Museum of Science was an incredible venue for our wedding! Having it in the Blue Wing allowed guests to interact with the exhibits, and gave it that special something that made guests tell me it was the best wedding they've been to! The staff and coordinators were fantastic - they were highly organized and professional, making the entire planning experience and the day itself so easy and simple :) I really got to enjoy the day because I knew I was in such good hands - highly highly recommend!!!
Cam D
5.0
10/05/2022
I really can't recommend the Museum of Science as a wedding venue enough. We had our ceremony in the Skyline Room, and our cocktail hour/reception in the Blue Wing. Without any prior experience with wedding planning, the Museum was incredible at the two major parts of making the event go off without a hitch: preparation and execution.
From our first conversation, it was super clear that they were incredibly organized, and had a system for managing the planning process that worked well. They were super easy to work with over email and calls, and did a TON of background coordination with our vendors leading up to the event. We always felt like we knew what we needed to provide the Museum in terms of event details and when, which was a huge pressure relief for us.
In terms of event execution, we definitely couldn't have asked for a better night. The Museum coordinators worked with all our vendors and did a ton of decoration work that really made the evening flow seamlessly and feel personal. In reflecting upon the event, it really is remarkable how little we thought about the logistics of the event once it kicked off-- we definitely took it for granted and it is a testament to all the organization and effort happening around us.
One of the best compliments we received on our wedding was that it felt very "us," which can really only be accomplished if the team executing the event is really executing not only our vision for the event, but doing it so well that we didn't have to worry about a single logistical piece (apart from gathering family for photos lol).
I would certainly recommend getting married here if you have the chance!
Chelsea T
5.0
9/08/2022
The Museum of Science was a dream wedding venue! Sheryl and Bill attended to every detail, and our day went flawless. When my husband and I started brainstorming wedding venues, we wanted someplace that was in the city for the convenience of our out-of-town guests. We also wanted a venue that would offer our guests a memorable experience. The Museum of Science checked all of those boxes! Plus, it's one of the few venues in Boston that offers an incredible view of the city's skyline. Also, Bill, the director of Max Ultimate Food, worked with us to ensure our food incorporated elements of our cultures. From start to finish, the Museum of Science events team was thoughtful in their approach, and it was the icing on the cake to an already incredible venue.
Oie C
5.0
6/25/2022
We were so happy we chose to have our wedding ceremony and reception at the Museum of Science (Washburn Pavilion). The venue is very pretty being right on the water and it's so nice to not have to worry about rainy weather as the pavilion and the tent are both covered!
Perhaps the icing on the cake working with the Museum of Science was getting to work with Sheryl. She was so helpful and kind and patient with us as we navigated multiple iterations of our wedding plan due to constantly changing covid numbers. She provided suggestions when we asked for them but was just so knowledgeable, responsive, and easy to work with.
Mika K
5.0
6/17/2022
There aren't enough adjectives to describe how amazing the Museum of Science was for our wedding! Not only was the location (Washburn Pavilion) the most gorgeous spot to have our ceremony and reception, but the team at the museum was incredible throughout the entire process. Special thanks to Sheryl for being and absolute expert at everything she does. I never had to worry that things were being handled and had zero stress throughout the planning process knowing she was on my side. Most amazing venue and the most incredible staff!
Katherine F
5.0
5/30/2022
If you are considering the Museum of Science as a venue for your wedding, look no further! We feel incredibly lucky to have had such a responsive, organized, and warm event coordinator as Sheryl helping us plan our wedding. I sent Sheryl a million questions over the course of 10 months after booking the MOS, and she responded immediately each and every time — something that this Type A bride truly appreciated. Plus, the food that the MOS’ caterer, MAX Ultimate Food, offers is super varied and delicious! So many of our guests commented on how wonderful the venue was (we got married at the Washburn Pavilion space, by the Charles) and we couldn’t agree more. Thank you for making the wedding of our dreams happen, MOS! We would choose you as our venue 100 times over again!
Zachary Z
5.0
1/14/2022
WOW! When we saw the Museum of Science as a possible wedding venue we were so sure that it was a pipe dream. But it turns out that the Museum of Science is a very reasonably priced venue, and we are SO GLAD that we chose it! From the ceremony outside in the pavillion overlooking the river to the reception in the blue wing, we felt like we got the true Boston and MOS experience. The catering comes with the venue and it was truly exceptional.
The only thing better than the food and the venue itself is the staff. Sheryl and Lisa took care of us, Sheryl throughout the process and Lisa the day of. Both of them were really fantastic, they made the day go so smoothly and it really felt like they new exactly what to do every step of the way. They even kept their cool when someone on the run from the police ran behind the museum during the cocktail hour! The guests hardly noticed, just wondered why there were so many police lights. All around I HIGHLY recommend this venue, I cannot overstate how much we loved it.
Debi S
5.0
10/25/2021
Deborah SZ
Had a fantastic brunch last week in honor of my son and daughter-in-law's wedding from a year ago. Briana, Jennifer and crew couldn't have been more helpful and accommodating! The vews and setting were incredible--a perfect fall day! Followed by a private duck boat tour. Highly recommmend!
Sreejith S
5.0
10/05/2021
Museum of Science was the dream venue for our wedding. We cannot thank the museum staff enough for thoroughly planning and organizing the event for us. Working with Sheryl was such a pleasure! We were entirely clueless in the beginning when Sheryl came to our rescue. She gave us lots of ideas on setting the venue and planning the event. Brianna and Nora are such incredible organizers. They took all of our stress away and helped us throughout the event. Brie walked us through everything from visualizing our wedding to (literally) walking us through the wedding day. She is very kind, sweet, and prompt in communication, and super attentive to details. We were able to capture some amazing wedding shots at the museum - thanks to her!
And the food! - Jennifer and her team took the dishes to a whole different level. She went above and beyond adding fall-themed dishes for our menu choices in addition to the extensive selection of food. Our guests couldn't stop complimenting the delicious food and exceptional food quality.
From the beginning to the end, everything about the event exceeded our expectations! Thanks a ton to the MOS staff and WPC/Max Ultimate Food for making our wedding so memorable.
Georgette B
5.0
10/01/2021
We were absolutely taken aback by the job the Museum of Science (MOS) did on our wedding. The venue was beautiful. The staff were efficient and professional. Everyone was comfortable and had a wonderful time. We are still hearing about how great out wedding was. Sheryl from the MOS took care of us every step of the way and we loved working with her. Bill (from MAX catering) helped us pick out the linen decor for dinner, coordinated the catering and the team was even able to make up some of our time when the evening was delayed because of uncontrollable circumstances. We loved working with both of them and should the need arise in the future we would absolutely use them again for another event.
Kelly K
5.0
8/19/2021
If you want to plan an epic wedding with the best staff around, look no further!! My husband and I cannot stop talking about what an incredible experience we had on our wedding day at the Museum of Science! The day was quite literally a dream come true. Our wedding has been referred to as the best event our guests will ever attend (their words, not ours!), and we are so thrilled they had a wonderful experience. And we certainly owe those accolades to Sheryl and her team at the Museum! Sheryl, the director of event services, was an absolute pleasure to work with. My husband and I were very concerned with having a safe and comfortable event for our guests, and Sheryl was on top of everything the whole time. My husband and I threw so many changes and questions Sheryl's way, especially as we got close to the big day, and she was always an email or phone call away. Her organization is top notch and her can-do attitude was so calming and inviting to me during the stress of wedding planning. I must also give a huge shoutout to Bill at MAX Ultimate Food who did our catering. Talk about taking our changes and questions in stride! Bill was such a fantastic person to work with, and his passion for this industry shines bright in every email and phone call. We changed our menu, added appetizers, and changed guest counts more than I'd like to admit, and Bill was totally on board the whole way. He even flawlessly executed my vision for a candy bar at the end of the night which was such a huge hit with the kids and adults alike! My husband and I felt the passion of the team in everything they did, and our family and guests were met with such wonderful hospitality throughout the night. I cannot say enough positive things about Sheryl, Bill, and everyone that helps make these events so special at the Museum of Science... they are out of this world!!
Laura C
5.0
6/27/2021
My husband and I got married about a month ago in the midst of COVID. We decided to have a micro wedding at the Museum of Science with only about 20 of our closest family and friends and it was an amazing experience! We worked with Sheryl from January until May to plan the event and she could not have been more helpful! Every email I sent was answered within minutes and she had the patience of a saint, because I had a lot of questions. We chose to have our ceremony in the theater of electricity and then a dinner in the blue wing and it was perfect! I can not recommend enough that you choose to have a wedding at the MoS, big or small! The team is so attentive and kind, especially Sheryl. She helped us with everything, from getting site access to scout pictures with our photographer to handling and working around COVID regulations, including making a deal with us to come back to get in the lightning cage since it was not allowed during our wedding due to COVID. Sheryl also helped us coordinate with Mary (who was also amazing!), from Wolfgang Puck Catering seamlessly! Also, the food was SO GOOD! Our guests and us were so impressed! We had a seven course seated dinner and it was perfect. Mary didn’t flinch when we requested this and completely understood what wanted, better than any other caterer we had spoken with at the time. We, truly, had an amazing day and our guests loved how unique and fun the party was. We highly recommend this venue to you!!
Miranda A
5.0
2/16/2020
We got married at the Museum of Science in October 2019, and everything was absolutely amazing! Charlotte (MoS) and Sonja (Wolfgang Puck) were fantastic to work with, were timely in their responses, and allowed us to come see the venue several times during the planning process. Lisa, the day of coordinator, was wonderful -- she made sure everything ran perfectly, got us exactly where we needed to be right on schedule, and kept us updated throughout the night to keep the party running smoothly.
Prior to our wedding, all of our guests from the area talked about how excited they were to attend a wedding at the MoS -- like myself, most of them had visited many times, but never for something like this! All of our out of town guests were glad to take advantage of the passes to visit during the daytime, and everyone talked about how unique of a venue it was. Our ceremony was in the Skyline Room, with a gorgeous view of the Boston skyline, and the reception was in the Blue Wing -- guests loved exploring the exhibits during cocktail hour! The food was amazing all night, and I loved our signature drinks.
Overall, I had a great time working with the Museum and would highly recommend it! I am a scientist, so it was the perfect setting for my husband and I!
Rachael S
4.0
12/08/2019
We loved working with the Museum of Science for our wedding! The Washburn Pavilion near the Charles River was an unexpectedly beautiful space that our guests were thrilled with.
Pros: amazing views of the Boston skyline. Professional staff & day of coordinator included in contracting, which made the planning process easy. Many of our guests told us that the food / drinks were the best they had EVER had at a wedding. Very receptive to feedback and special requests. The tent / pavilion setup is a great way to be outside but relatively protected from the elements. The breeze off the water made for a lovely summer night (it can get pretty windy). Very LGBT friendly and flexible during the planning process. Free parking for guests and easy to access on the T / by car, making the logistics fairly straightforward.
Cons: A lot of staff turnover - in the ~2 years where we had contracted a date, there were at least 4 different coordinators / caterers we cycled through, which resulted in some details getting mixed up. It did end up raining during a portion of our wedding, and although the space itself remained dry, the setup made the pavilion feel somewhat cramped and rushed (cocktail tables without centerpieces, several floral pieces moved and misplaced, etc). The duck boats continue operations during weddings, which can be somewhat distracting.
Overall we had an amazing experience and would absolutely recommend this venue.
Lauren S
5.0
10/31/2019
We are members at the MoS and it's one of our favorite date spots, so we had to look at it as a potential wedding venue. I am so glad we decided to have our wedding there! The team did a wonderful job bringing our vision to life, making the pavilion into a magical ceremony spot. I especially appreciated how easy Charlotte, Lisa, and the rest of the team made it for us to enjoy the day, taking everything off our hands in advance and staying in touch over the year(!) we spent planning. Charlotte was so supportive throughout the process, and made sure I had the information I needed--whether it was about the venue or other wedding-related things like vendor contracts.
Nora C
5.0
10/20/2019
Charlotte and Lisa made our wedding perfect! Our ceremony was in the Theater of Electricity and our reception was in the Blue Wing. Charlotte was amazing and so responsive, and made sure all the details were looked after in the months leading up to the wedding, and Lisa was amazing on the day of! Lisa was so warm and reassuring and made sure that we and our families were well looked after all night! It was my dream to get married at the MoS, and the team made this dream come true. We had a lot of DIY elements, including hand made paper goods, a hand knit chuppah and wool flower centerpieces (no florist!) and nothing fazed them. All our items were carefully handled with respect and packed up well. Everybody that we worked with were great- we will recommend the MoS to everybody!
Deb G
5.0
8/18/2019
This was the wedding of my dreams!! From day one we knew that the Museum of Science was our dream venue. Charlotte, Lisa, and their team were spot on! They made all of the planning fun and easy and the day of went off without a hitch! We couldn’t have been more thrilled to have our ceremony in the gorgeous pavilion on the water and the reception in the Blue Wing. Everyone had a blast and we felt 110% taken care of throughout the whole process. Thank Museum of Science family!!!
Vanessa M
5.0
7/29/2019
The Museum of Science Washburn Pavilion was a great place to get married! It's so beautiful that you don't even need to decorate. The MoS staff and Wolfgang Puck staff were so friendly and easy to work with too. They took care of everything during the wedding, so we could just enjoy ourselves. The food was also fantastic.
Page W
5.0
7/26/2019
The Museum of Science was the perfect venue for our wedding! The staff there were so thoughtful and flexible that we were able to really relax and have a great time. Wolfgang Puck Catering was also phenomenal-- not only did the food taste great, but Amber (our catering manager) made some off menu suggestions that took our wedding to the next level. My wife and I agree-- it was the perfect day!
Courtney S
5.0
10/31/2018
Where do I even begin? Our wedding reception was held at the Museum of Science in January 2018 -- two days after a blizzard. You would not have been able to tell! The MOS team carried out all day-of duties with absolutely no set backs due to weather.
We held our reception in the Skyline Room with seated dinner for 110. No one felt cramped and the dance floor was still large enough to accommodate everyone. I know others who have held weddings here love the outdoor area but I encourage couples that are looking to be open to this room too; it was absolutely beautiful, we didn't have to worry about weather, and there are gorgeous floor-to-ceiling windows overlooking the Charles. You could not beat the view!
Sheryl was a pleasure during the planning process. She helped us plan and execute a wedding that was everything we dreamed of. From changing our floor plan a zillion times to assisting all of our vendors with room layout information she really did a fabulous job. Lisa, our day-of contact, was so sweet and helpful. She made sure we got special moments for just us during all the chaos of the day. She even personally rushed downstairs to deliver a piece of cake to my Nana who had to leave early!
We are approaching our 1 year anniversary and every wedding we have been to with family and friends everyone turns to us and says "yours was better." The compliments we haven gotten about the venue, the room/view, the staff, and the decor were so positive. The staff went above and beyond for us and the day exceeded all expectations. The most important aspect for us was that all of our guests have a fabulous time and MOS really helped us accomplish that.
Kimberly S
5.0
10/21/2018
We chose the Museum of Science as the site for our wedding ceremony and reception because not only did it have a special place in our hearts as the site of an early date and cherished childhood memories but we really wanted a place that would give our guests a unique experience. Boy, did the museum deliver!!! We had our ceremony in the skyline room and reception in the Blue Wing. Cory Butler and the team at Wolfgang Puck were invaluable--they guided us through every step of the process, thought of things we didn't and in general kept us on the straight and narrow until we said "I do". Having in-house catering took tons of pressure off decision making. When we did have small hiccups the team was there to help make everything right.
Our wedding was spectacular and to a person each guest said they'd have never been to a more "cool" "fun" "special" wedding. We can't recommend it enough!
Connie P
5.0
9/30/2018
The Museum of Science was an absolute amazing wedding venue. Cory Butler and the team have done a remarkable job, and they made the wedding planning process an absolute breeze. They have been so supportive and responsive. Wolfgang Puck Catering. I cannot begin to describe how amazing the food was. They are top class, and my husband and I couldn't be happier with our decision with the Museum of Science and Wolfgang Puck.
Marina M
5.0
9/18/2018
The Museum of Science was a dream wedding venue. The staff (especially Sheryl!) was extremely helpful and responsive, and the day was absolutely perfect. Wolfgang Puck catered the wedding and the food was to die for. All of our guests had a great time and loved dancing the night away in such a beautiful location! I highly recommend the MOS!
Caroline K
5.0
6/11/2018
The MOS is a venue we booked 20 months out of our Memorial Day Wedding. We worked with Sheryl and Hollie. Sheryl heads the venue and Hollie heads the Wolfgang Puck Catering (ASK TO WORK WITH THEM). If I could go 6 or 7 stars I would! I dont have more then enough great things to describe about the MOS and their team of professionals. In the MOS there are several venues to choose from, we chose the outside Pavillion that overlooks the Charles River. The venue was gorgeous, even on our overcast and slightly rainy day. The rain never gets inside the the pavillion (dance floor) and there was an outside updated tent to eat in. Sheryl coordinated everything perfectly. She had backup plans incase it rained and had us all covered (literally and figuratively) incase. Hollie made sure the food was "on point". If youre Italian, ask to try to "Braised Beef" - promise you cannot go wrong. Additionally, when you look for the "best wedding", it usually comes down to the Venue, Food, atmosphere (Music and people). The MOS is responsible for the first two and their execution was flawless. For people who are looking to get pictures with Boston esc background, there is a park right across the street from the MOS which has the Boston Skyline and Zakim Bridge. Lastly, this venue is pretty affordable compared to all the venues around it. Prices havent been raised here in 7 years - or so we were told. If a guidance counselor and a nurse can raise the money themselves in 20 months, its possible. If you want stellar Boston scenery, professional staffing, 5 star food and an unforgettable once in a lifetime wedding experience that people will talk about for a long time, go with the MOS- you will NOT be disappointed.
Matthew T
5.0
3/28/2018
We could not have asked for a better experience in working with the Museum of Science and Wolfgang Puck Catering for our special day. Prior to the event Cory (MoS) and Hollie (WGP) were there every step of the way with planning to make sure that we thought of every last detail. They provided honest feedback throughout the whole process.
We truly valued partnering with them for our event. Leading up to the day and during the day we didn't have to think or worry about anything, Cory and Hollie took care of everything we needed and everything we didn't know we needed. They were even about to accommodate our last minute, night of, requests.
We felt, and multiple guests commented, that our event could not have gone any smoother and it was the best food they ever had! Looking back on our day, if we could go back and do it again, we would not change one thing.
We would highly recommend any couple looking to plan their big day consider the Museum of Science.
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