Facility Rentals

The unique location of the ABM tent provides full views of the St. Lawrence River, including unforgettable summer sunsets. The ABM tent is 80’x40’, has decked flooring, built in lighting, and window view sides to enclose the tent as necessary. Ample lawn space allows for additional tents, lawn seating, cocktail area games, and more!

The Gaffney Porch is located on the water’s edge, providing great views and an ideal space for intimate dinners, receptions, cocktails, or dancing. The covered porch features decked flooring, bead board ceilings, classic beams, and roll down sides to protect guests during inclement weather without obstructing the view. The Gaffney Porch seats 60 guests.

The Yacht House features the Museum’s in-water-fleet, providing a unique experience and a perfect location for an intimate dinner, reception, or cocktail area. The Yacht House has a decked surface, is fully covered, and partially sided. The McNally Yacht House seats 60 guests.

The Danforth Porch is located on the back the Haxall Building overlooking the water, allowing guests to take in the wonderful views of the ABM Campus. The partially covered porch is the perfect place for your band or a cocktail hour! The Danforth Porch seats 60 guests

The view from the lawns of the Antique Boat Museum campus provide a perfect backdrop for any and every wedding ceremony. Ceremony Only bookings include two hours of time for the ceremony, and additional time can be requested at signing for an additional fee.

The Lewis Boardroom, located on the second floor of the Haxall Building, is the ideal location for your next off site meetings, retreats, and private events. The balcony overlooks the St. Lawrence River, providing incredible views, and the use of whiteboards, a TV, and teleconference materials are available upon request. The Boardroom seats 45 guests.

The Dodge Education Center is an ideal space for team building conferences, interactive and hands-on classes, meetings, or retreats. Located on the second floor of the Haxall Building, this space includes whiteboards and a projection screen. The Education Center seats 45 guests.

2 hours of Boardroom usage is included for renters hosting their ceremony and reception with ABM. This is best suited for bridal parties and can fit approximately 50 people!

Parking is available in the ABM gravel lot next to campus, on the street, and in the community lot near Watertown Savings Bank between Mary Street and James Street. Parking in the gravel lot is not allowed overnight and all vehicles should be removed by the end of the event.

ABM provides restrooms which are accessible from the outside of the Haxall building for the duration of the event.

In the event of inclement weather, we offer use of the Gaffney Porch for small ceremonies and receptions and the ABM Tent for larger groups for no upcharge. The use of the facilities is contingent on the facility setup at the time of the event, and flexibility is key!

Yes. If serving beer, wine, cider, and champagne, renter must have a New York State Liquor Authority Temporary Beer and Wine Special Event Permit, obtained by renter or contracted vendor. If serving liquor your caterer must have a Special Event License from the State of New York.

Yes. The following guidance applies for insurance:
– Minimum adequate liability insurance for individual or organizations is a limit of $1,000,000 per occurrence, $2,000,000 aggregate, and $1,000 medical payments or a mono-line event insurance policy/rider with a minimum of $1,000,000 in liability coverage.
– Liquor liability must be included if the event will furnish alcoholic beverages. The liquor liability limit should be no less than $1,000,000.
– The Antique Boat Museum should be named as an additional insured on the policy with further acknowledgement that the named insurance carrier is primary insurer.

Yes, we offer tables and chairs to rent. We have 60″ rounds and 8′ banquet tables for $10/each and white resin padded chairs for $2/ea.

As a facility renter at the museum, you have an exclusive opportunity to enhance your experience by booking rides on one of our in-water fleet boats. Imagine the fun of exploring the waters with friends or family on up to two boats for two exciting hours. Don’t miss out—click here to fill out the form and secure your adventure today!

No, all Museum’s buildings and exhibits will close at 5 pm, with the exception of the restrooms, which are accessible through outside entrances.