Located in the heart of downtown Baltimore, The Peale offers a one-of-a-kind setting in the nation’s first purpose-built museum. From board meetings and nonprofit galas to weddings and private receptions, our beautifully restored 1814 landmark provides an unforgettable backdrop for meaningful gatherings.
Event Types
Corporate Events
Board meetings, retreats, networking receptions, holiday parties, client events.
Government & Civic Events
Public forums, press conferences, trainings, receptions, stakeholder gatherings.
Nonprofit Events
Fundraisers, annual meetings, donor receptions, award ceremonies.
Weddings & Celebrations
Weddings, anniversaries, milestone celebrations, family gatherings.
Three Floors of History
Immerse yourself and your guests in a building, a history, and an ambiance that is uniquely Baltimore. There is no other building like this one in the city, state, or country. Designed by one of America’s premier early architects and expertly renovated between 2018 and 2022, the Peale is open for tours, special events, and rentals and offers up to 13,000 square feet of unique and inspiring historic rooms in a range of sizes and attributes.
First Floor
Garden and Moses Williams Center
Second Floor
Latrobe Room, Old Council Chambers, Garden View Gallery
Third Floor
Assembly Room, Rowhouse Room, Hallway Gallery
Perfect for
- Board retreats
- Strategic planning sessions
- Executive meetings
- Client presentations
- Staff trainings
Features
- Historic meeting spaces
- High-speed WiFi
- AV and presentation capabilities
- Downtown location near hotels and restaurants
- Flexible room configurations
Ideal for:
- Public meeting
- Press conference
- Stakeholder convening
- Community engagement session
- Government receptions
Features
- Adjacent to City Hall
- Fully accessible facility
- Transit-accessible downtown location
- Historic civic setting
- Flexible meeting and reception spaces
Perfect for:
- Annual meetings
- Donor receptions
- Award ceremonies
- Fundraisers
- Community celebrations
Features
- Indoor galleries and outdoor garden
- Historic ambiance
- Mission-aligned nonprofit pricing
- Capacity for presentations and receptions
Ideal for:
- Weddings
- Anniversary celebrations
- Milestone birthdays
- Family reunions
- Private receptions
Features
- Historic museum setting
- Garden and gallery options
- Exclusive-use opportunities
- Custom event packages
Only at The Peale
- Projection mapping on Baltimore’s oldest museum
- Oral history and storytelling recordings
- Interactive digital experiences
- Historic Baltimore-themed receptions
- Custom community storytelling activations
Why Choose The Peale?
The Peale is walking distance from the inner harbor’s main attractions, and is well served by public transportation. Thanks to its recent renovations, the 1814 Peale Museum building is now completely accessible and includes five accessible, single use restrooms as well as an elevator. WIFI throughout the building offers high speed internet access.
Baltimore’s first museum (1814)
Up to 13,000 square feet of event space
Indoor galleries and outdoor garden
Fully accessible with elevator access
Downtown location near hotels and attractions
WiFi and AV capabilities
Supports Baltimore’s Community Museum
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