Special Events & Museum Rentals

Encounter the past while celebrating your future in our historic venue!

Special Event Rentals

Make your special event extraordinary by hosting it in one of the remarkable spaces in the History Museum of Mobile, which is housed in the Old City Hall national landmark. The Museum's Atrium and Hearin-Chandler Auditorium are perfect for wedding receptions, parties, and celebrations! Our uniquely picturesque Courtyard is ideal for wedding ceremonies, and the Auditorium is available as a back-up ceremony space in case it rains on your big day.

We also host business meetings and corporate events. Leave the stuffy, drab meeting rooms behind! The stately Hearin-Chandler Auditorium is ideal for workshops, board meetings, or small conferences.

Photography Sessions

The History Museum of Mobile is a perfect historical backdrop for the engagement, bridal, family, and wedding photos of your dreams!

Due to the many events happening at the museum, walk-in photography sessions are not permitted and sessions must be scheduled in advance. Please contact the special events department at to reserve a time in advance. A $30 photography fee should be paid the day of your session.

Venue Tours

Our special events staff will walk you through our available rental spaces and discuss layout options for your event. A venue tour is required prior to booking your date. Due to staff schedules and museum programming, we are not able to accommodate walk-in venue tours. Venue tours and walk-throughs are offered on weekdays only and must be scheduled in advance. 

Contact the special events department to schedule a venue tour. Please provide your preferred event date so we can check our calendar for availability and allow our team two business days to respond to inquiries.

We do not book private events during the Mardi Gras season due to limited parking and road closures.

Rental Information

Click here to download our SPECIAL EVENTS BOOKLET
  • Please note: Due to the expansion of our Living History program, we are no longer booking private events at Colonial Fort Conde. 
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  • We are fully booked for weddings on weekdays and weekends through 2025. Please contact us for availability for 2026 - dates are limited!
REMINDER: Weekends are fully booked for all of 2025. 

Contact Us

We are happy to assist you! Contact the special events department to schedule a venue tour or photography session, check date availability, or with general questions: