DESTINATION PLANNING GUIDE 53 SPECIAL EVENT VENUES THE CURTIS ATRIUM This elegant historic building, once home to the iconic Curtis Publishing house—creator of the Ladies Home Journal and the Saturday Evening Post—features breathtaking architectural elements, from palatial alabaster columns and soaring ceilings to a terraced waterfall and an exquisite 49-foot-long stained glass mosaic created by Louis C. Tiffany and Philadelphia artist Maxfield Parrish. thecurtisatrium.com, 601 Walnut Street, 215-978-8103 440 THE DEACON The Deacon is a boutique hotel and event space offering a unique, thoughtfully- curated guest experience, designed for a diverse set of occasions and gatherings. thedeaconphl.com, 1600 Christian Street, 347-868-2996 200 ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ THE FILLMORE PHILADELPHIA Accommodating groups of 50 to 3,000 guests and conveniently located 2.5 miles from the Convention Center, our talented staff handles every detail, so you don’t have to! Featuring 25,000 square feet of flexible design space, completely renovated and home to a state-of-the-art sound and lighting system, The Fillmore Philadelphia is the perfect blend of rock and elegance, both classic and cutting edge. specialevents.livenation.com/venues/the-fillmore-philadelphia, 29 East Allen Street, 215- 309-0166 3,000 ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ THE FRANKLIN INSTITUTE Discover something new at The Franklin Institute, where kids and parents will laugh and learn together through innovative, explosive, interactive science exhibitions that spark curiosity and creativity. fi.edu/plan-an-event, 222 North 20th Street, 215-448-1200 10,000 ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ THE HORTICULTURE CENTER Inviting entertainment spaces include an expansive open greenhouse, a modern exhibition hall, intimate indoor and outdoor gathering areas, display gardens, a reflecting pool, and more. This stunning venue provides a setting that will inspire your guests and create lasting memories. hortevents.com, 100 N Horticultural Drive, 215-910-2094 300 ✔ THE LIBERTY VIEW The Liberty View Ballroom is located on the mezzanine level of the Independence Visitor Center in the heart of America’s most Historic Square Mile. The contemporary space is ideal for all types of events. libertyviewballroom.com, 599 Market Street, 215-965-2300 500 ✔ capacity of venue bus parking on-site kitchen exclusive caterer on-site av guided tour dance floor Featuring striking architectural and design elements, The Franklin Institute is recognized for being one of the most captivating event venues in all of Philadelphia. From corporate events and meetings, to seated dinners, an exceptional event experience awaits. The Franklin Institute provides an exclusive experience, through its collection of vibrant exhibits and expansive spaces. 215.448.1165 | [email protected] | FI.EDU/PLAN-AN-EVENT
