MAKE IT MEMORABLE
Experience a ceremony surrounded by ocean reflecting the most amazing color in a way which only it can, while listening to the waves in the background as they gently caress nearby sandy shores. On some occasions, when the sky is clear, you can see the rising of the moon and the setting of the sun as you stand there gathering memories of the day you begin your new chapter.
LET US MAKE YOUR BEACHFRONT WEDDING A POSSIBILITY!
Gilbert’s Bar House of Refuge makes planning your event space less stressful. We will supply you with a list of preferred vendors or we will be happy to accommodate your choice of vendors. Our preferred vendors offer catering, DJ/music, bar service and more, which will help streamline your wedding to-do list.
Did you know our property is handicap accessible? We want to make sure there are no limits to enjoying your dream beachfront wedding.
Review our 3 types of Wedding Packages below for Property Rental, Package A, Package A3 and Package B.
- All packages with tents include, Post coverings, light sets, fire extinguisher, no smoking signs, tent permit and exit signs. Set up and breakdown of tables and chairs.
- All property rental fees are subject to Martin County’s sales tax of 6.5%
- 501c3 organizations please inquire about our non-profit rates.
- For Property rental only, please inqure about rates.
Don’t hesitate to ask us any questions by simply emailing our Rental Coordinator: Lynn Dimon at rentals@elliottmuseumfl.org for further details or call at (860) 639-8909.
PACKAGE A
PACKAGE A - 80 GUESTS
(June thru Sept.)- Property must be rented (1) Hour before ceremony
- (7) hour rental 4pm-11pm
- Up to (80) guests
- 20’ X 50’ Frame Tent
- (10) 60” Round Tables
- (80) White Chairs
- 50’ and 10’ Clear Side Walls
- $500 Each additional hour (Must be added within 30 days of event)
- A Wedding Planner is required
PACKAGE A - 80 GUESTS
(Oct. thru May) peak season- Property must be rented (1) Hour before ceremony
- (7) hour rental 4pm-11pm
- Up to (80) guests
- 20’ X 50’ Frame Tent
- (10) 60” Round Tables
- (80) White Chairs
- 50’ and 10’ Clear Side Walls
- $500 Each additional hour (Must be added within 30 days of event)
- A Wedding Planner is required
PACKAGE A - 80 GUESTS
(Oct. thru May) peak season- Property must be rented (1) Hour before ceremony
- (8) hour rental 3pm-11pm
- Up to (80) guests
- 20’ X 50’ Frame Tent
- (10) 60” Round Tables
- (80) White Chairs
- 50’ and 10’ Clear Side Walls
- $500 Each additional hour (Must be added within 30 days of event)
- A Wedding Planner is required
PACKAGE A3
PACKAGE A3 - 120 GUESTS
(June thru Sept.)- Property must be rented (1) Hour before ceremony
- (7) hour rental 4pm-11pm
- Up to (120) guests
- (3) Tents to Cover the Entire Patio
- (15) 60” Round Tables
- (120) White Chairs
- Side Walls, Ocean Side
- $500 Each additional hour (Must be added within 30 days of event)
- A Wedding Planner is required
PACKAGE A3 - 120 GUESTS
(Oct. thru May) peak season- Property must be rented (1) Hour before ceremony
- (7) hour rental 4pm-11pm
- Up to (120) guests
- (3) Tents to Cover the Entire Patio
- (15) 60” Round Tables
- (120) White Chairs
- Side Walls, Ocean Side
- $500 Each additional hour (Must be added within 30 days of event)
- A Wedding Planner is required
PACKAGE A3 - 120 GUESTS
(Oct. thru May) peak season- Property must be rented (1) Hour before ceremony
- (8) hour rental 3pm-11pm
- Up to (120) guests
- (3) Tents to Cover the Entire Patio
- (15) 60” Round Tables
- (120) White Chairs
- Side Walls, Ocean Side
- $500 Each additional hour (Must be added within 30 days of event)
- A Wedding Planner is required
PACKAGE B
PACKAGE B - 48 GUESTS
(June thru Sept.)- Property must be rented (1/2) Hour before ceremony
- (4) hour rental 4pm-8pm
- Up to (48) guests
- 20’ X 30’ Frame Tent
- (2) 60” round tables w/ 16 chairs, 8 high top tables
- 30’ and 10’ Clear Side Walls
- Ceremony Limitations are Appetizers/Cake and Beverages only. No additional hours can be added. No tent larger then size included.
PACKAGE B - 48 GUESTS
(Oct. thru May) peak season- Property must be rented (1/2) Hour before ceremony
- (4) hour rental 4pm-8pm
- Up to (48) guests
- 20’ X 30’ Frame Tent
- (2) 60” round tables w/ 16 chairs, 8 high top tables
- 30’ and 10’ Clear Side Walls
- Ceremony Limitations are Appetizers/Cake and Beverages only. No additional hours can be added. No tent larger then size included. NOT AVAILABLE ON SATURDAYS DURING PEAK SEASON
OVERVIEW
- The House of Refuge is available for standard rentals starting at 4:00 PM.
- The rental area is a brick patio overlooking the ocean.
- It can accommodate up to 120 seated guests.
- Included in your rental is use of the Quarters building which should be considered a non-public area, to be used only by the renter and as a staging area for vendors.
- The museum will be closed during the rental period.
- If you are interested in a pre-event tour for your guests, we can provide that for an additional fee.
Thank you for your understanding
Thank you for considering Gilbert’s Bar House of Refuge as a site for your event. Built in 1876, the House of Refuge is the oldest building in Martin County. Listed on both the local and National Register of Historic places, it is the only remaining House of Refuge of the ten built by the U.S. Life-Saving Service along Florida’s east coast. As a historic property, we ask that you help us preserve the integrity of our collection and the beauty of our landscape. It is up to all of us to help preserve the house and the grounds for future generations. Thank you for your understanding.
PURCHASE TICKETS TODAY!
Purchase your tickets to the Elliott Museum, House of Refuge Museum, or a Combo package!
HSMC is proud to have two Blue Star Museums!
And admission is always free to Veterans and Military personnel.
Call us for any questions at 772.225.1961
Historical Society of Martin County
The Historical Society of Martin County is the parent organization of the Elliott Museum and House of Refuge Museum. As the Elliott Museum wows guests with its renowned car and baseball collections, the House of Refuge showcases what life was like for the Keeper and his family in turn-of-the-century Florida. Both museums showcase a wide variety of exhibits, collections, and lectures, all designed to serve the interests of people who live in and visit Florida’s Treasure Coast.
The Historical Society of Martin County is the parent organization of the Elliott Museum and House of Refuge Museum.
