National Railroad Museum
Raw space venue
The venue will provide just the space. You’ll bring in your own caterer and vendors.
Full wedding (ceremony and reception) pricing
Starting at $3,800
Packages
Guest capacity
Up to 300 seated guests
About this venue
Are you looking for the perfect wedding venue to celebrate your special day? We invite you to say “I do” and celebrate your love with family and friends at the National Railroad Museum in Green Bay! With a unique setting along the beautiful Fox River, let us provide you with a breathtaking backdrop for your vows in our Lenfestey Center or outdoors in our Fox River outdoor space. With affordable wedding packages and space for a ceremony, reception, or both, we would love to help you bring your perfect day to life. The National Railroad Museum is proud to be a welcoming wedding venue for couples of all types, and we are LGBTQ friendly. We can accommodate various group sizes and are happy to host complementary events such as bridal showers, rehearsal dinners, and more. The National Railroad Museum is a one-of-a-kind wedding venue and offers a variety of options. We are happy to offer rental discounts to Museum members.
Our event spaces
Main Floor Exhibit Space
Picture captivating your guests with a stunning view of the Fox River while being surrounded by historical pieces from our collection.
This 19,000 square foot space seats 200 guests and is the ideal space for weddings, corporate events, and more. This space will be available beginning September 2025.
Guest capacity
Up to 200 Seated
Up to 200 Standing
Square footage
19,000
Ideal for
Wedding ceremony, Elopement, Wedding reception, Rehearsal dinner, Wedding shower, Engagement party, Other, Cocktail hour
Room cost
$3200 6-hour package price, $540/hr Fri-Sat, $520/hr Sun-Thurs
Lenfestey Center
Historic trains will greet you and your guests upon entering the Lenfestey Center - a one-of-a-kind space for your one-of-a-kind event.
This 26,000 square foot space is full of history! Surrounded by our historic train exhibits, your family and friends can dine, dance, and celebrate with you on your wedding day.
Guest capacity
Up to 300 Seated
Up to 400 Standing
Square footage
26,000
Ideal for
Wedding ceremony, Elopement, Wedding reception, Rehearsal dinner, Wedding shower, Engagement party, Other, Cocktail hour
Guests often feel this space is
“Warm and cozy”
Included in this room:
- Complimentary Table & Chair Setup & Takedown - Complimentary Use of Antique Baggage Carts - Private Entrance
Room cost
$400/hour or Available in Wedding Package Pricing
Fox River Outdoor Space
Embark from our train cars and into your future while using our Fox River outdoor space for your wedding ceremony!
This beautiful space offers endless decorating options for your special day!
Guest capacity
Up to 300 Seated
Up to 300 Standing
Ideal for
Wedding ceremony
Guests often feel this space is
“Warm and cozy”
Included in this room:
Flexibility! Decorating and floral options are nearly endless with this ample space overlooking the Fox River - Use of the permanent wedding stage, including an arch - Availability for chair rentals with multiple available styles to suit any wedding decor - Use the Museum’s operational train for the wedding party and guests (available daily May through September and weekends in October)
Room cost
$350 Per Hour or Available in Wedding Package Pricing
Jay Christopher Fox River Terrace
An unforgettable view for unforgettable events!
This 5,000 square foot covered patio provides space for outdoor celebrations, events, and programs. This space is suitable for groups of up to 100, and offers easy access to our operational train, outdoor educational space and views of the Fox River. Available for bookings starting in September 2025.
Guest capacity
Up to 100 Seated
Up to 100 Standing
Square footage
5,000
Ideal for
Engagement party, Other, Cocktail hour, Wedding ceremony
Room cost
$400/hour, two-hour minimum, package pricing available.
Signal Lantern Mezzanine
Your event can overlook history!
This airy, 2,603 square foot space seats 50 guests and would be a wonderful space to host small gatherings or weddings surrounded by artifacts and overlooking the main exhibit area and Fox River. Available for bookings starting in September 2025.
Guest capacity
Up to 50 Seated
Up to 50 Standing
Square footage
2,603
Ideal for
Elopement, Rehearsal dinner, Cocktail hour
Room cost
$300/hour, 2 hour minimum
Kress Classroom
Take your meetings, workshops and classes to the next level!
With space for up to 40 people, our John Kress Classroom would be an excellent place to host your next meeting, workshop or small class. A/V support available. Available for bookings starting in September 2025.
Guest capacity
Up to 40 Seated
Up to 40 Standing
Ideal for
Other
Room cost
$250/hour, half day and day rates available.
Main Floor Exhibit Space
Picture captivating your guests with a stunning view of the Fox River while being surrounded by historical pieces from our collection.
This 19,000 square foot space seats 200 guests and is the ideal space for weddings, corporate events, and more. This space will be available beginning September 2025.
Guest capacity
Up to 200 Seated
Up to 200 Standing
Square footage
19,000
Ideal for
Wedding ceremony, Elopement, Wedding reception, Rehearsal dinner, Wedding shower, Engagement party, Other, Cocktail hour
Room cost
$3200 6-hour package price, $540/hr Fri-Sat, $520/hr Sun-Thurs
Lenfestey Center
Historic trains will greet you and your guests upon entering the Lenfestey Center - a one-of-a-kind space for your one-of-a-kind event.
This 26,000 square foot space is full of history! Surrounded by our historic train exhibits, your family and friends can dine, dance, and celebrate with you on your wedding day.
Guest capacity
Up to 300 Seated
Up to 400 Standing
Square footage
26,000
Ideal for
Wedding ceremony, Elopement, Wedding reception, Rehearsal dinner, Wedding shower, Engagement party, Other, Cocktail hour
Guests often feel this space is
“Warm and cozy”
Included in this room:
- Complimentary Table & Chair Setup & Takedown - Complimentary Use of Antique Baggage Carts - Private Entrance
Room cost
$400/hour or Available in Wedding Package Pricing
Fox River Outdoor Space
Embark from our train cars and into your future while using our Fox River outdoor space for your wedding ceremony!
This beautiful space offers endless decorating options for your special day!
Guest capacity
Up to 300 Seated
Up to 300 Standing
Ideal for
Wedding ceremony
Guests often feel this space is
“Warm and cozy”
Included in this room:
Flexibility! Decorating and floral options are nearly endless with this ample space overlooking the Fox River - Use of the permanent wedding stage, including an arch - Availability for chair rentals with multiple available styles to suit any wedding decor - Use the Museum’s operational train for the wedding party and guests (available daily May through September and weekends in October)
Room cost
$350 Per Hour or Available in Wedding Package Pricing
Jay Christopher Fox River Terrace
An unforgettable view for unforgettable events!
This 5,000 square foot covered patio provides space for outdoor celebrations, events, and programs. This space is suitable for groups of up to 100, and offers easy access to our operational train, outdoor educational space and views of the Fox River. Available for bookings starting in September 2025.
Guest capacity
Up to 100 Seated
Up to 100 Standing
Square footage
5,000
Ideal for
Engagement party, Other, Cocktail hour, Wedding ceremony
Room cost
$400/hour, two-hour minimum, package pricing available.
Signal Lantern Mezzanine
Your event can overlook history!
This airy, 2,603 square foot space seats 50 guests and would be a wonderful space to host small gatherings or weddings surrounded by artifacts and overlooking the main exhibit area and Fox River. Available for bookings starting in September 2025.
Guest capacity
Up to 50 Seated
Up to 50 Standing
Square footage
2,603
Ideal for
Elopement, Rehearsal dinner, Cocktail hour
Room cost
$300/hour, 2 hour minimum
Kress Classroom
Take your meetings, workshops and classes to the next level!
With space for up to 40 people, our John Kress Classroom would be an excellent place to host your next meeting, workshop or small class. A/V support available. Available for bookings starting in September 2025.
Guest capacity
Up to 40 Seated
Up to 40 Standing
Ideal for
Other
Room cost
$250/hour, half day and day rates available.
National Railroad Museum packages
Main Floor Exhibit Space Reception
200 guests
Peak pricing $3,200
Off-peak pricing $3,200
This package includes a Fox River Expansion Main Floor Exhibit Space reception booking for 6 hours- anything outside that time will be an additional $430/hour. This space is available beginning in September 2025.
- Complimentary Table & Chair Setup & Takedown
- Complimentary 3-Hour Setup Prior to Event
- Complimentary 1-Hour Teardown After Event
- Complimentary Photographer Contract
- One-Hour Rehearsal Time (Day Before Event)
- Complimentary Day-Of-Event Supply Storage
Lenfestey Center Reception
300 guests
Peak pricing $2,800
Off-peak pricing $2,800
This package includes a Lenfestey Center reception booking for 6 hours- anything outside that time will be an additional $330/per hour.
- Complimentary Table & Chair Setup & Takedown
- Complimentary 3-Hour Setup Prior to Event
- Complimentary 1-Hour Teardown After Event
- Complimentary Photographer Contract
- One-Hour Rehearsal Time (Day Before Event)
- Complimentary Day-Of-Event Supply Storage
Main Floor Exhibit Space Ceremony
200 guests
Peak pricing $1,600
Off-peak pricing $1,600
Two-Hour Package - $1000 if Booked with Reception Ceremony & Reception Time Can Be Blended. This space is available beginning in September 2025.
- Arch Included
- Complimentary Chair Setup & Takedown
- Stage Risers, Mic & Use of House Sound Included
- One-Hour Rehearsal Time Before Event
- Complimentary Photo Contract
Lenfestey Center Ceremony
300 guests
Peak pricing $1,000-1,300
Off-peak pricing $1,000-1,300
Two-Hour Package - $1000 if Booked with Reception Ceremony & Reception Time Can Be Blended
- Arch Included
- Complimentary Chair Setup & Takedown
- Stage Risers, Mic & Use of House Sound Included
- One-Hour Rehearsal Time Before Event
- Complimentary Photo Contract
Available services that can be provided by National Railroad Museum
Services & amenities
- Dance floor
- Dressing room / Bridal Suite
- Event coordinator
- Event rentals
- Event staff
- Set up
- Wheelchair accessible
- Wifi
Transportation & access
- Self parking - free
- Wheelchair accessible
Rentals
- Linens
- Standard Chairs
Reviews
Write a review5.0 out of 5
1 review
Great place, friendly helpful staff!
My wedding couple wanted their engagement session at this location & it was perfect! We had a friendly, helpful, fantastic staff member showing us around, gave recommendations for photographs & very accommodating to the couples 'wants' and my ideas as a photographer. Overall very satisfied with my experience. Hope to go back there some day for more sessions & hopefully a wedding!
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