Rentals

Contact us to discuss your special event!

Looking for a distinctive space to host your next special event? Hagley Museum and Library has a wide range of buildings and rooms throughout our 235-acre property available to our members for private events. We can host an intimate lunch for 20 or cocktail party for up to 200. Our staff treats every event as a unique opportunity to use our space and is happy to answer any of your questions or to arrange a visit to our private event facilities.

Click here for Hagley's rental spaces and fees.

Food and beverages are provided by your choice from Hagley’s Preferred Caterers. Contact the Hagley Special Events Office for a current list of options.

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FAQ's

Who can rent Hagley’s facilities?

Facility rental is available to corporate and non-profit groups as well as to individuals. Individual rentals for private parties are a benefit of membership at the patron level or above. For couples celebrating their ceremony and/or wedding reception at Hagley, a patron level membership is included in the rental rate.

Do you require a certificate of insurance?

A certificate of liability insurance is required for rental of Hagley’s facilities and is common amongst arts related organizations. You may contact your residential insurance agent for assistance or Hagley can provide you with a recommended insurance provider.

Do you have A/V capabilities?

Yes. Hagley is equipped with a speaker system and wireless microphones. We also have projectors and screens available for use. For more advanced A/V needs we have a number of vendors that we can put you in touch with.

What’s your maximum capacity/do you have a minimum number of guests?

Our maximum capacity depends largely on the type of event you are having. We do not have a minimum requirement. For more information on capacities visit the Spaces page.

Do you provide catering services?

Hagley does not provide catering. You may choose from one of Hagley’s preferred caterers who can provide delicious menu options for breakfast, lunch, dinner, and snacks! Contact the Hagley events office for a current list of preferred caterers.

Where will my guests park?

All of our buildings have plenty of free parking available.

How do I reserve a date?

Contact a member of the Hagley Special Events team using our Contact Form or call us directly at (302) 658-2400. To reserve a date we require a non-refundable deposit and a signed contract.

Do you have outdoor spaces available?

We offer a limited number of outdoor event rentals each year. Contact us for more details.

Do I have to pick from a specific list of vendors?

No. If you need help finding local vendors, we’re more than happy to supply you with a list of people we’ve worked successfully with in the past.

Rental Types

Weddings

Do all of those hotel ballrooms look the same?

Hagley’s unique wedding venue, The Soda House, was built in 1888. Constructed of local Brandywine blue rock and set against a picturesque landscape, there is no other venue like it in the Brandywine Valley.

Imagine Your photos set in a historic garden next to the original du Pont family home, an elegant backdrop to photos and lovely in every season. Click Here for more information.

Private Parties, Non-Profit, or Corporate

Have a blast at your next party, start your fundraiser, or get away from the workplace! Originally built in 1888 to store sodium nitrate for blasting powder, the Soda House is now the perfect place to celebrate anniversaries, birthdays, bar/bat mitzvahs or any other occasion!

Visit Spaces and Fees and to learn more about our unique venues or Contact Us for more information.

Food and beverages are provided by your choice from Hagley’s Preferred Caterers. Contact the Hagley Special Events Office for a current list of options.

Room Amenities:

Climate controlled historic buildings nestled in an idyllic setting.
AV amenities including internal sound systems, wireless mics, projectors, screens, and wireless internet*
Flexible room sizes for meetings, lunches, receptions, and parties.
Free Parking
Group Tour Options
Visit Spaces and Fees for more information or Contact Us.

Membership Requirements:

Facility Rental at Hagley is one of many benefits of membership. Please contact the Special Events Office for more information.

Spaces and Fees

Hagley offers a variety of rental options in three main rental spaces. Pricing for Corporate, Private Parties, and Non-Profits are available below. For wedding pricing, click here.

For more information please Contact Us.

The Soda House

Tucked away in the rolling hills of the Brandywine Valley, Hagley’s historic Soda House is a perfect destination for cocktail parties, dinners, meetings, and presentations—or a combination! Originally built in 1888, the Soda House features modern amenities including A/V capabilities, complimentary wi-fi, and climate control. All rentals also include use of Hagley’s tables and chairs, as well as time before and after events for set up and breakdown.

Soda House Auditorium

200 theater seating, 100 banquet seating*, 175 for cocktails
Weekday Daytime: $400 per hour
Weekday Evening: $550 per hour
Weekend (Friday evening through Sunday for up to six hours): $3,800

Gallery I or Gallery II

Max Capacity per gallery
Banquet: 80
Cocktails: 100
Theater: 100

Weekday Daytime: $300 per hour
Weekday Evening: $500 per hour
Weekend (Friday evening through Sunday): $3,200 for up to six hours

Four hour minimum hourly rental. Discounts available for multi-day rentals.
Ask about non-profit rates.
*Using Hagley provided tables and chairs. Max capacities may be larger with rented items.
*Additional setup/breaktown will be charged at weekday evening rate.

Library

The Hagley Library located on the upper property is home to the Copeland Room and Edward B. duPont Board Room. The Copeland Room holds a selection of about 100 objects from Hagley’s patent model collection in cases around the perimeter of the room. Both the board room and Copeland Room have built in A/V systems and complimentary wi-fi. The Copeland Room also features a beautiful patio with scenic views.

Copeland Room

Max Capacity:
Banquet: 80
Cocktails: 115
Theater: 90

Weekday Daytime: $300 per hour
Weekday Evening: $450 per hour
Weekend (Friday Evening through Sunday): $3,000 for up to six hours

Edward B. duPont Board Room

Max Capacity: 16
Weekday Daytime: $100 per hour
Weekday Evening: $250 per hour
Weekend: $1,200 for up to six hours

Three hour minimum for private rentals.
Additional setup/breakdown will be charged at weekday evening rate.

A La Carte Additions

Custom Case Exhibit: Prices vary
Please contact the Special Events office for more information.

Available in Copeland Room and Soda House

Group Tour: Prices Vary

Add on a private tour of the property with transportation on one of Hagley’s climate-controlled shuttles. Locations include the E. I. du Pont Garden, powder yard, or Workers' Hill. Prices vary based on time of day and tour length. Contact Bonnie Wirth at bwirth@hagley.org for more tour information.

Certificate of Insurance - All renters are required to provide proof of general liability insurance. Insurance may be purchased through www.kandkinsurance.com or your own insurance provider.

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Contact us to discuss your special event!

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Weddings

Private Parties, Non-Profit, or Corporate