WEDDINGS
First things first—congratulations! Your journey to this milestone is uniquely yours, and at 21c, we believe every wedding should reflect that. We specialize in artful weddings, bringing creativity, intention, and your vision together to make your dream day a reality. Below, you’ll find inspiration and key details to help you imagine your celebration coming to life. To get started, we invite you to connect with our Event Sales Manager, Reece, by filling out the form at the bottom of this page.
Artful WEddings
Give your guests the time of their lives on the biggest day of your life. From the captivating art to innovative catering and beverage menus provided by The Hive, you’re sure to make it memorable with 21c. In order to make your day special—not stressful—we offer lots of room options and add-ons to curate the experience based on your needs.
ROOM RENTAL
Main Gallery, Gallery One + North Yard
Perfect for weddings with 60-160 guest counts
Gallery Three + Four
An intimate option for micro weddings with 40 guests or under
Pricing varies by season, day of the week, and availability. Inquire with your sales manager for more details.
THE ART OF WEDDING BLISS
For modern brides and grooms seeking a truly unique day, 21c Museum Hotel is the premier wedding venue in Bentonville. From rehearsal dinners to room blocks, ceremonies to rocking receptions, treat your wedding guests to an artful experience at 21c Bentonville.
21c Museum Hotel Bentonville is a combination contemporary art museum, boutique hotel and restaurant modelled after the award-winning flagship in Louisville, Kentucky. The property features 104 guest rooms, including 6 suites, and more than 12,000 square feet of contemporary art exhibition and event space. 21c Bentonville also includes The Hive restaurant, fitness center, business center, valet parking and complimentary bicycle valet.
GUEST CAPACITY PER ROOM
MAIN GALLERY 250 Ceremony, 160 Seated at Rounds, 300 Cocktail Reception
GALLERY ONE 120 Ceremony, 80 Seated at Rounds, 150 Cocktail Reception, 70 Family Style
GALLERY THREE 40 Ceremony, 40 Seated at Rounds, 54 Cocktail Reception
GALLERY FOUR 30 Ceremony, 30 Seated Rounds, 40 Cocktail reception
RENTAL INCLUDES: experienced event manager, assorted tables, white banquet chairs, black or white linens, votive candles, flatware, china, glasses, black or gold easels, custom menu cards, games (e.g. baggo, connect four)
RENTABLE ADDITIONS: black or gold sign easels for signage, uplighting with various colors, twinkle lights and bistro lights
MAIN GALLERY
MAIN GALLERY – 2,560 SQ FT
Our largest event space is the perfect blank canvas to bring your vision to life: rehearsal dinners, wedding receptions, ceremonies, and more.
CAPACITY: Reception 300, Banquet 160, Tradeshow 14–24, U-Shape 56, Classroom 120, Theatre: 215
GALLERY ONE
GALLERY ONE – 1,900 SQ FT
Located adjacent to the Main Gallery, this space is excellent for a cocktail hour, pre-function mingling, family-style rehearsal dinners, and ceremonies.
CAPACITY: Ceremony 100, Reception 120, Family Style 70, Banquet 80, Tradeshow 11, Theatre 100
NORTH YARD
NORTH YARD – 820 SQ FT
Pair with your Main Gallery booking for a breath of fresh air. Located adjacent to the Main Gallery, this outdoor space is ready whatever the weather. Ask our event team about tenting options.
CAPACITY: Reception 60
PRIVATE DINING ROOM
PRIVATE DINING ROOM – 558 SQ FT
Tucked within the Hive at 21c with large windows and a view of a small inner courtyard, the private dining room can host diners for all events.
CAPACITY: Reception 45, Banquet 32, Conference 20, U-Shape 15
THE HIVE
A communal gathering place, The Hive prepares locally sourced ingredients to showcase the unique culinary identity of Arkansas. The restaurant and lounge are perfect for catching up over drinks with friends, entertaining valued clients or simply grabbing a bite with friends and family in Bentonville.
Inquire for our current seasonal menu
Dinner options starting at $60 per person
THE HIGH SOUTH
High South dining celebrates the unique culinary identity of Arkansas, along with the international influence the diverse population of Bentonville brings. Pull up a chair and make yourself at home with our craft-cocktail program (where even the syrups are made fresh in-house!), unmatched art-filled ambiance, and a hyper-seasonal menu led by Executive Chef Micah Klasky.
TOASTING WITH ART
BAR PACKAGE OPTIONS
The Hive’s beverage program celebrates craftsmanship, place, and seasonality. Paying homage to our Kentucky roots, the cocktail and spirits menu places a strong emphasis on bourbon and rye, featuring more than 30 bourbons and a dozen distinctive ryes. Seasonal cocktails rotate throughout the year highlighting house-made syrups, fresh ingredients, and thoughtful technique.
BEVERAGE PACKAGES
We’re happy to offer a variety of flexible bar options including cash bars, hourly bar packages, or on consumption depending on your preference and budget.
Inquire for our current seasonal menu
SLEEP WITH ART
WEDDING ROOM BLOCKS: ROOMS AND SUITES
Take care of your out-of-town guests with a wedding room block at 21c Bentonville.
Designed by renowned architect Deborah Berke Partners, the guest rooms and suites at 21c Museum Hotel Bentonville are spacious with high ceilings, contemporary custom furnishings, large windows, and a decidedly residential feel.
Reach out to your sales manager for pricing and availability
AWARDS
21c MUSEUM HOTEL BENTONVILLE
2025 Arkansas’ Leading Hotel, World Travel Awards
2025 Platinum Choice Award — Smart Meetings
2024 Green Key Verification – 3 Keys Awarded
2023 Condé Nast Traveler Readers’ Choice Top Hotels in the South
2022 Booking.com Best Guest Reviews Excellence Award
2022 Tripadvisor Travelers’ Choice Award
2021 Tripadvisor Travelers’ Choice Award
2020 Top Hotel in the South, Condé Nast Traveler
2017 Top Hotel in the South, Condé Nast Traveler
2017 Travel + Leisure World’s Best
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