FAQS

Do I need to make an appointment to meet with you and tour the venue? 
Yes. To request an appointment, please complete and submit the form below.

How many events do you host a day?
Only one wedding—yours! Other special programming may be held inside the museum.

Do you have specific vendors we have to use?
We have a Preferred Vendors list to help you get started with the planning process. We strongly recommend using the vendors listed due to their familiarity with and experience on the property. Particularly important is the selection of a full-service caterer. We reserve the right to approve or deny the use of other vendors.

Can we bring in our own alcohol and/or take alcohol that is not used at the event?
No. All bar services must be contracted through The Bryan Museum. The Bryan Museum is licensed by the State of Texas (Texas Alcoholic Beverage Commission) and follows the laws set forth by the State of Texas. Absolutely no outside alcohol may be brought in, and no alcohol may leave the premises.

Can I order special beer, wine, and/or liquor to be served at my event?
No, we try very hard to select the best quality adult beverages to suit your tastes and budget.

Can I bring food and beverages before the ceremony for the wedding party into the Bridal Suite or Groom′s Lounge?
Yes. You are allowed to bring food and nonalcoholic beverages. Please note that all alcoholic beverages must be provided by The Bryan Museum. Please do not place food on upholstered furniture.

May we have our rehearsal on the property?
Yes, unless there is an event the night before. Our Events staff will assist with the rehearsal. Typically, we allow one hour and encourage that only the wedding party be present.

Does the reception time for the event include the cocktail hour?
Yes. The cocktail hour is typically the first forty-five minutes to one hour immediately following the ceremony and when all staffing begins.

Do you offer parking?
Yes. Parking is available in our Guest Parking lot located behind the Museum, and there is street parking around the entire property. With advance notice, parking is also available on the property immediately to the west of the Museum. All parking is free of charge. Parking is not guaranteed.

Can I take engagement or bridal portraits at The Bryan Museum?
Once you have secured your event, we are happy to allow you 1.5 hours use of the property for portraits. Arrangements must be made in advance.

Are pets allowed at your facilities?
We allow pets to participate in your wedding ceremony. For the safety of all those on the property, including your pet, we do not allow pets during the cocktail hour or reception.

What is the capacity for ceremonies and/or receptions?
All of this information can be found on our Museum Venues page here.

At what time will my guests and vendors need to leave the facility?
The City of Galveston has a noise ordinance in effect that requires that events on our property conclude by 10:00 p.m. All music must stop at 10:00pm. In order to comply with this ordinance, we ask that all guests, vendors, and anyone assisting with tear-down exit the premises by 10:30 p.m.

Are there decoration send-off limitations?
All decorations and furniture arrangements must be approved in advance by the Events staff. Sparklers, fireworks, glitter, confetti, rice, birdseed, wheat, or similar materials are not allowed. Synthetic flower petals are not permitted. Open flames are not allowed anywhere on the property. All décor must be removed by you at the end of the wedding.

Can we have live music?
Out of respect to the surrounding neighborhood we do not allow live bands with an exception to string/acoustic music.