The Aldrich Contemporary Art Museum

Raw space venue

The venue will provide just the space. You’ll bring in your own caterer and vendors.

Full wedding (ceremony and reception) pricing

Starting at $5,000

Guest capacity

Up to 200 seated guests

About this venue

Bring your family, friends, or colleagues together in one of Fairfield County’s most welcoming and creative spaces. The Aldrich’s galleries, on-site Studio, and Sculpture Garden offer a unique backdrop of ever-changing contemporary art—making every event feel fresh, meaningful, and memorable. From birthday parties and showers to rehearsal dinners, weddings, community fundraisers, and corporate gatherings, our spaces can be tailored to fit occasions both big and small. You’ll also have the guidance of our on-site event planner, who will help you create an event that reflects your vision and brings people together with ease. When you host your event at The Aldrich, you’re not only making memories— you’re supporting the Museum’s mission to connect our community with today’s artists and ideas.

Seated guest capacity

50-200

Venue type

Museums, Galleries
Parks, Gardens

Venue setting

Indoor
Outdoor

258 Main St, Ridgefield, CT 06877

Our event spaces

Studio

Intimate meeting and luncheon space.

A 900-square-foot intimate space ideal for meetings and luncheons. Events may take place during public hours, depending on the Museum’s schedule.

Guest capacity

Up to 65 Seated

Up to 194 Standing

Square footage

900

Ideal for

Rehearsal dinner, Couples luncheon, Other

Guests often feel this space is

“Relaxed”

Room cost

$750 per hour

Atrium

Modern, bright and open versatile space.

A 1,900-square-foot lobby with double-height, floor-to-ceiling windows on both the East and West sides, offering a bright and versatile setting. Best suited for receptions, seated dinners, and luncheons. Events occur during non-public hours.

Guest capacity

Up to 100 Seated

Up to 240 Standing

Square footage

1,900

Ideal for

Wedding ceremony, Wedding reception, Rehearsal dinner, Welcome party, Cocktail hour, Engagement party, Other

Guests often feel this space is

“Luxurious and chic”

Room cost

$5000 for six hours

Sculpture Garden

Beautiful garden with contemporary art.

The three-acre Sculpture Garden features winding pathways, native plantings, and an amphitheater, creating an ideal setting to experience contemporary art outdoors in historic Ridgefield. Perfect for ceremonies, tented events without amplified music, and cocktail receptions, this exclusive venue is available for a limited number of events each year. Events occur during non-public hours.

Guest capacity

Up to 150 Seated

Up to 150 Standing

Ideal for

Wedding ceremony, Wedding reception, Rehearsal dinner, Wedding shower, Welcome party, Cocktail hour, Engagement party

Guests often feel this space is

“Surprised and delighted”

Room cost

$7,500 for 6 hours, $15,000 for tented events