Freshwater Galleries Rental, Evening Rental

Rental of Freshwater Galleries plus Soundside Hall includes access to the Aquarium’s main entrance lobby, Mountain and Piedmont
Galleries, Soundside Hall, Soundside Hall deck and the catering kitchen. Other galleries and exhibits are closed to this venue.
Soundside Hall is a perfect ceremony site, lecture hall, banquet room and retreat facility, recommended for 125 or fewer guests.
Located just off the Piedmont Gallery and overlooking beautiful Bogue Sound, this spacious room measures approximately 37’ x 50’
and features a high cathedral ceiling, a working fireplace, an adjoining wooden deck and AV systems. Rental also includes assistance
from the Special Events Coordinator, Housekeeping and Aquarium Security.
Recommended for parties of 125 or fewer.
Security Deposit : $500
Base Fee: $2,100.00
• Minimum five-hour rental – 5:30 p.m. to 10:30 p.m.
• Note that rental time includes set-up, event and clean-up time.
• The Aquarium is a public venue until 5:30 p.m. Event set-up in public galleries can begin at 5:30 p.m.
Additional Hours: $350 per hour charge over standard five-hour time frame.
photo credit: Lee's Photography