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While there are a few discreet exceptions, almost every dream wedding requires a grand space. Since the union only happens once in a lifetime (well, mostly), we can’t fault couples who want their weddings in the most lavish of venues. But it’s truly something special to fund a cultural landmark while swearing the sweetest vows amid your loved ones. For a small fortune, booking the National Museum as a wedding venue is entirely possible; it even significantly helps the museum’s funding!
Interested in booking one of these historic buildings? Here’s everything you need to know.
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With expansive spaces and inspired interiors, the buildings of the National Museum unsurprisingly have several event venues. Here are some of the rooms you can book for your special occasion.
What about a wedding surrounded by the most beautiful Filipino paintings? The National Museum of Arts has the following rooms available for rent:
Want a modest but elegant wedding venue? The National Museum of Anthropology has these rooms available for bookings:
The National Museum of Natural History boasts natural lights, modern architecture, and stylish furnishings. Venues inside this museum include:
If you prefer to take your wedding outdoors, you can also book the iconic monuments outside:
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Booking fees should cost around ₱50,000–₱100,000, excluding security, janitorial, and operational expenses. A significant percentage of the fees will go to the maintenance of the museum, so prepare to save funds when considering these buildings.
Note: Those who prefer to be wed at the regional and satellite offices of the National Museum may also inquire through the same process.
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Booking the National Museum for your wedding can make it unforgettable. There are so many hoops to go through! But in all seriousness, the history and beauty of the National Museum’s buildings can easily make any event prestigious.
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