Knoxville Museum of Art

Facility Rentals

The Knoxville Museum of Art, one of the city's most beautiful venues, is available for rental to individuals, non-profit organizations and corporations. The KMA staff will work with you to ensure a successful and unforgettable event. Whether it be a wedding, a prom, a reunion, or fundraiser, the museum's Great Hall transforms into the perfect space to suit your needs. Easy access and free parking combined with beautiful views of World's Fair Park make it the ideal location. Call or come by the museum today to explore your options.

For more information on facility rental , please contact Facility Sales Manager Diane Hamilton at 865.934.2048 or dhamilton@knoxart.org

Capacity

Great Hall: 300 standing receptions;
220 sit-down dinner/lunch

Auditorium: 170

Gardens: 300 standing reception;
Only freestanding tents are allowed in gardens

Sarah Jane Hardrath Kramer Education Center: 40

Whittle Board Room: 25

Contract/Deposits

A rental reservation will be considered confirmed when KMA has received a signed contract, a copy of an insurance policy from the renter for public liability coverage and the 25% deposit within 10 days of initial contact. By renting space in the KMA facilities, the renter agrees to indemnify and release KMA from any and all claims that may arise during the time usage of their said event. This includes any liability coverage necessitated, created and/or occurring with the serving of any alcoholic beverages during the event.

Rental Rules and Regulations

Rentals of KMA facilities are generally granted when the following guidelines are met:

A non-refundable 25% deposit of the total rental facilities' fees must be paid at the time a specific event date is reserved. This deposit will apply toward the final bill.
The Knoxville Museum of Art employs a list of pre-approved caterers that is made available to all prospective rental customers.
All deliveries and set-up arrangements must be made through the dock area and scheduled with the security department (Frank Vallone: 865.525.6101 x252).
Alcohol in open containers may not be brought in or taken out of any of the museum's entrances or exits. However, during events, guests are allowed to consume prepared drinks in the North & South Gardens. At no time may drinks be carried in or allowed off the museum premises.
There will not be any unapproved alcohol deliveries.
A rental reservation will be considered confirmed when KMA has received a signed contract, a copy of an insurance policy from the renter for public liability coverage and the 25% deposit within 14 days of initial contact. By renting space in the KMA facilities, the renter agrees to indemnify and release the museum from any and all claims that may arise during the time usage of their said event. This includes any liability coverage necessitated, created and/or occurring with the serving of any alcoholic beverages during the event.
Selling of any type of merchandise by outside vendors is prohibited without specific written approval by the KMA business office.
SMOKING AND CANDLES ARE PROHIBITED by anyone throughout the entire museum.
To complete the rental arrangements a meeting must be held no less than two weeks (14 days), prior to scheduled event. This meeting should include the renter, caterer, florist, decorator, and KMA's Chief of Security in order to arrange final preparations and set-up coordination of facility, delivery times, entertainment arrival times, etc. (The balance of the rental fee must be paid in full at this time.)

Note: Any request for date or time changes will be made two weeks before the event in writing and signed by all parties. After this date there will be no changes.

Accessibility

KMA is fully accessible to persons using wheelchairs. Wheelchairs are available for loan at the museum information desk. Accommodations for persons with other disabilities can be requested by contacting the museum at least 48 hours in advance of your visit at 865.525.6101.

Approved Caterer List

All Occasion Catering LLC

Serving Knoxville for over fifteen years; owners, Neal & Susan Green and the experienced staff of All Occasion Catering LLC is committed to providing you with outstanding service for all of your catering needs. Our catering options include weddings, anniversaries, graduations/proms, business meetings, fundraisers and any catered celebration. We look forward to catering your next event.
Contact: Neal or Susan Green 865.579.1128
www.alloccasioncatering.com

Buddy’s Bar-B-Q

Buddy's reputation was built on catering back in the 70's when Buddy would take his special barbecue to political rallies in his old VW van. Before long, he was serving the world, at the World's Fair, and the word got around fast. The Smithsonian Institution even chose Buddy's to showcase barbecue at the Folk Life Festival in Washington, DC. In addition to many awards for barbecue, Buddy's has also been honored with awards for its outstanding, reliable catering.

Buddy's caters to more than 100,000 satisfied customers each year, and they keep coming back for more. It may have started with an old VW van, but now Buddy's has a fleet of refrigerated trucks to insure food quality and safety. They can even bring the barbecue pit to your location so you have that authentic barbecue aroma at your event.
Contact: 865-588-0051
www.buddysbarbq.com

Creative Catering of Knoxville

Contact: Nancy Kendrick 865-386-1405

Knoxville Catering and Special Events

Knoxville Catering and Special Events is a full service catering and event management company. Our vast expertise and passion for excellence will enure you recieve the highest quality food and service. Let our expert staff and extraordinary cuisine set the stage for your wedding, gala, business function or special occasion.
Contact: Shawn Hines 865.691.0100 or Marla Hines 865-604-3034
www.knoxcatering.com

Manny's Catering, Inc.

Manny's Catering will assist you in the planning and execution of your wedding, business meetings, picnics, Bar Mitzvah, Bat Mitzvah, Christmas party or any other special event in your life. Whether your event is upscale, medium or smaller in size, Manny's Catering will make it an unforgettable occasion you and your guests will remember forever.
Contact: Manuel (Manny) Canari 865.482.8990.

Rosa's Catering

In business with the Knoxville area since 1971, Rosa's Catering Service, Inc. is a full service catering company, which means that any requested service and any type of event can be handled by this professional staff. Certified by the American Culinary Federation, executive chef Rosa Nussbaumer, assisted by her two sous chefs who have been with the company for over fifteen years, can display a wide selection of homemade specialties from which clients can tailor a menu to fit their budget.
Contact: Phillip Nussbaumer 865.690.5757
www.rosascatering.com

Rothchild Catering

Rothchild Catering offers the finest food and service in the industry. We will customize menus to fit your special needs. Our food presentations in combination with our highly experienced servers will make any function a success.
Contact: 865.690.0103
www.rothchildcatering.com

Rex Bradford Jones Caterer

Rex Bradford Jones Caterer (formerly Abner's Attic) can custom tailor any menu to suit your special request and budget needs. From box lunches to the most elaborate meal, we have been serving the Knoxville Area since 1979 with complete event planning. Wedding receptions with white tablecloths and silver service are among our specialties. Please call us to schedule an appointment so you can relax and enjoy the festivities.
Contact: Rex Jones 865.522.5552

TAJ Fine Indian Dining

Rooted in the rich heritage and traditions of the cuisine of India, our food is infused with the flavors of modernity and garnished with unparalleled hospitality. Literally meaning "The Crown," the Taj is hopeful of being the crowning glory of the community it aims at serving...Knoxville!
Contact: 865.670.2878
www.tajfineindiandining.com

Additional fees apply for using caterers not on the preferred catering list.

For more information on facility rental , please contact Facility Sales Manager Diane Hamilton at 865.934.2048 or dhamilton@knoxart.org

Facility Use Rates

(Deposit: 25% of total cost required to hold a date.)

Great Hall: Daytime $250/hour; Evening $500/hour

Auditorium: Daytime $50/ hour; Evening $100/hour
- Sarah Jane Hardrath Kramer Education Center: Daytime $50/ hour; Evening $100/hour
- Whittle Board Room: $25 per hour
- Weddings: $3000 for 3 hours; Includes Great Hall and Gardens/$500 each additional hour
- Garden Ceremony (only): $750 for up to 2 hours
- Proms: $500/hour; Includes Auditorium for pictures.
- Discounts available for non-profit organizations
Equipment Available
- Chairs: 270
- Tables:
  - 60" Rounds: 35
  - 30" Rounds: 20
  - 6' Rectangle: 7
  - 8' Rectangle" 6
Caterers will set up rental chairs and tables. It is the responsibility of the florist to arrange and remove plants and flowers