Facility Rentals - The Art of Event Planning
Reserve Your Place in Our Space
Planning the perfect event is definitely an art and it all begins with your choice of location. No other venue in the city offers such choices between a panoramic view of downtown and the Mississippi River, or mingling among the region's finest works of art in addition to other unique spaces that will meet your specific event needs. The LSU Museum of Art offers a choice of elegant, yet functional, settings for a variety of social, corporate, or nonprofit affairs. In addition, our professional staff has hosted many wonderful events and can share a wealth of experience, creative expertise, and our premier vendor partners to ensure your event exceeds your expectations.
Sustainer Level & Above Member Rental Discount!
LSU Museum of Art Members at the Sustainer Level and above receive a 20% discount (space fee only). Become a member today!
Third Floor - The Charles Phelps Manship, Jr. Floor
The Charles Phelps Manship, Jr. Floor features the 2,000-square-foot Bert and Sue Turner Gallery, offering sweeping views of Lafayette Park and the Mississippi River. This gallery accommodates up to 75 guests for both cocktail-style and seated events. Adjacent to the gallery, the elegant Alfred C. Glassell, Jr. Board Room overlooks the Mississippi River and includes a 25-chair board table, ideal for meetings or intimate gatherings. The floor also includes the Cary Saurage Object Lab, which can accommodate up to 15 guests.
Fifth Floor - Paula Garvey Manship Floor
One of the premier exhibition spaces in Baton Rouge, the 13,000-square-foot LSU Museum of Art is already "decorated" with our beautiful permanent collection. Guests have the opportunity to view the 12 galleries and staff can even help you arrange for after-hour viewing during your event. Accommodates 400 guests cocktail style.
Six Floor - The Irene W. Pennington Rooftop Terrace
With panoramic views of the Mississippi River, downtown and the Old State Capitol, and a distant view of Tiger Stadium, the Irene W. Pennington Rooftop Terrace offers an extraordinary setting for your event. This beautiful outdoor area provides a spectacular outdoor experience perfect for memorable cocktail receptions, elegant dining under the stars or any event where you want to make an impression. Accommodates 300 guests cocktail style or 200 seated for outdoor dining.
Please contact a Manager at Tsunami for more information, availability, and rates at (225) 346-5100.
Getting Started
1. Complete the online application to check date availability. If the date is available, a complimentary one-week hold will be put on the date. The hold gives you time to tour the rental spaces and get the paperwork started without fear of losing the date. If the date is not available, the events coordinator will contact you to review available dates.
2. Email LeAnn Russo to schedule a rental tour at lrusso@lsu.edu
3. If you decide to book one of the LSU Museum of Art rental spaces, one-half of the total is and signed contract is required to secure the date.
Rental Resources
Use the resources below to plan your event and complete the rental process.
View LSU Approved Catering List
Learn How to Become an LSU Approved Vendor
Register with LSU as a Supplier
Parking Map below / Questions? Please call 225-578-3000
