Fleisher Art Memorial

Select services venue

The venue will provide the space, plus a few extras.

Full wedding (ceremony and reception) pricing

Starting at $6,000

Guest capacity

Up to 100 seated guests

About this venue

Make your next event a work of art! Fleisher’s one-of-a-kind campus and century-old history create the unique vibe sought after for many occasions, from weddings and parties to performances and meetings. With each space rental, we partner you with the Fleisher events manager who will assist you with planning and all the logistics while overseeing a dedicated team whose sole responsibility is ensuring everything goes smoothly. Download our rental brochure and learn more. Founded in 1898, we are one of the country’s oldest nonprofit community art schools. We are committed to advancing the vision of our founder, Samuel S. Fleisher, who believed that art is one of society’s greatest assets and equalizers and, from the doorway of his Graphic Sketch Club, “invited the world to come and learn art.”

Seated guest capacity

1-100

Venue type

Historic Estates, Mansions
Museums, Galleries

Venue setting

Indoor
Outdoor

719 Catharine St, Philadelphia, PA 19147

Our event spaces

Sanctuary Space

A breath-taking space

The Sanctuary is a deconsecrated space that serves as the main hall for our rentals. With its dramatic architecture and eclectic decor, the Sanctuary provides a memorable backdrop for parties, fundraisers, weddings, and other gatherings. Tour this inspiring space, marvel in the glow of the stained-glass windows, and explore the adjacent galleries. Find out why this is Fleisher’s most sought-after venue.

Guest capacity

Up to 100 Seated

Up to 134 Standing

Square footage

2,650

Ideal for

Wedding ceremony, Wedding reception, Rehearsal dinner, Wedding shower, Engagement party, Welcome party, After party, Farewell brunch

Guests often feel this space is

“Warm and cozy”

Room cost

Included in total venue pricing

Gallery Spaces (3)

Make your experience art-filled!

Three gallery spaces with rotating exhibitions on display

Guest capacity

Up to 40 Seated

Up to 134 Standing

Square footage

570

Ideal for

Engagement party, Other, Cocktail hour

Guests often feel this space is

“Surprised and delighted”

Room cost

Included in total venue pricing

Children's Garden

Celebrate with our small outdoor area!

This whimsical, 500-square-foot patio space featuring work by some of Fleisher’s young artists is an obvious choice for small gatherings, intimate parties and other tight-knit community events.

Guest capacity

Up to 28 Seated

Up to 50 Standing

Square footage

500

Ideal for

Other, Cocktail hour

Guests often feel this space is

“Relaxed”

Room cost

Included in total venue pricing