The Parthenon

The Parthenon
Nashville’s
Most Memorable
Event Venue
The Parthenon
Nashville’s Most Memorable Event Venue
Nashville’s Parthenon is a wonderful setting
for your next event. From the soaring columns
and art galleries, to the majestic statue of
Athena, this is the event your guests will rave
about for years to come.
A membership in The Conservancy for the
Parthenon and Centennial Park allows you to
host an event at the museum. As an added
bonus, you’ll receive full member benefits and
your membership is 100% tax deductible.
So consider the Parthenon the next time
you’re planning:
Wedding and/or Reception
Anniversary Party
Holiday Party
Sweet Sixteen Party
Reunion
Bar/Bat Mitzvah
Business Announcement
Campaign Event
Corporate Event
Product Launch
Dinner or Reception
Fundraiser
Music Industry Event
Events can access both indoor spaces and the
outdoor plaza and porch spaces.
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Private Events
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Holding a private event in the Parthenon is a
benefit of membership in The Conservancy.
An Olympian membership is $4,000
and provides for full use of the
interior of the museum, as well as the
park plaza, for an evening event.
The Nike member ($2,500) may hold a
daytime event on a Monday.
Olympian and Nike events have access
to the Parthenon’s interior spaces - the
Naos, Treasury, art galleries, Parthenon
lobby and restrooms. In addition, the
outside plaza and porches may be used.
All events will be provided with a minimum of
one museum staff person and one Park Police
officer. The staff is present to protect the
museum and its contents, answer questions
and monitor the event. All members will
also have the assistance and expertise of
the Parthenon’s Event Coordinator.
A classic architectural
masterpiece in a lush park setting
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Important Info
Regarding events and alcohol
The Parthenon is certainly an ideal location for
fundraisers. However, certain rules apply to such events.
Only non-profit organizations may hold events where
an admission is charged. All ticket sales must occur in
advance and off-site. No tickets may be sold on the
property. For-profit organizations may partner with a
non-profit on events where ticket proceeds benefit the
non-profit.
The following rules accompany permission to serve
alcoholic beverages:
a. Selling of alcohol is prohibited.
b. The user has the responsibility to adhere to all state
and local regulations governing the consumption of
alcohol.
c. It is understood that alcoholic beverages will be
served with accompaniment of substantial food.
d. The Conservancy and Metropolitan Government
of Nashville assume no liability for the actions of
individuals as a result of permission to serve alcoholic
beverages. The user is responsible for the behavior of
guests.
e. A licensed bartender must serve all alcoholic
beverages and he/she is to be in attendance at the bar
at all times.
f. All beer must be served from a bottle, glass or can.
Kegs are not allowed.
g. Individual guests may not bring alcoholic beverages
onto the premises or take poured beverages off the
party site.
The Naos
h. Alcohol may not be served at student-sponsored
events.
i. If alcohol is served, bars must close 30 minutes
prior to the end of event.
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East Outside Plaza
FAQs
Fr e q u e n t ly A s k e d Q u e s t i o n s
How much does it cost?
Holding a private event in the Parthenon is a benefit of
an Olympian membership ($4,000) in The Conservancy.
The Nike membership ($2,500) may hold a daytime event
on a Monday. All memberships are 100% tax-deductible.
How many guests can the Parthenon accommodate?
Indoor theater-style seated (such as wedding): 140
Indoor seated dinner: 120 or 220 in two rooms
Outdoor plaza: 300
Standing, Mix & Mingle Reception: 350
May I hire my own caterer?
We have a preferred list of vendors from which you may
choose. Other caterers/vendors may be used, upon
approval by Parthenon Event Coordinator.
Does the Parthenon provide equipment?
You will need to rent tables, chairs, linens, tents, etc. from
an outside vendor; there are several on our list who can
provide a variety of styles.
What are the event hours at the Parthenon?
Load in for service personnel can begin at 4:30 pm.
Arrival for guests may begin as early as 6:30 pm. All
events at the Parthenon should end at 11:00 pm. Anything
later needs a special waiver. Nike events have some
flexibility on load-in times.
Does the Parthenon have heating and air?
Yes, a central air system is throughout the building. Please
be aware that external temperature extremes are reflected
in the Naos and Treasury rooms.
Is the Parthenon handicapped accessible?
Yes, but outdoor porches and plaza are not.
See official house rules for a complete
listing of all guidelines.
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Jeannette Goddard
hWest
718 Thompson Lane
Nashville, TN 37204
615.297.5689
Fax 615.297.8910
ChefWorksInc@aol.com
Site Limitations
Plus Fee and booking procedures
• Centennial Park is open to the public at all times,
and there may be other events in the park. However,
the public will not have access to the Parthenon’s
plaza, porches or restrooms. The Parthenon’s Event
Coordinator will advise user of any scheduled events
taking place in Centennial Park at the same time.
• Centennial Park’s parking lots are public areas. We
suggest valet parking for your guests’ convenience.
• The plaza is not covered. We advise members to have
a rain plan for events planned for the outside plaza.
The Floor Plan
In the map above, circles represent columns
and the rows of rectangles on either side
represent statues. Outside spaces, such as the
porches and plaza, are not shown above.
The Naos (1,800 sq. ft.) can hold 120 guests
for a seated dinner, 350 for a standing
reception, or 140 in theater-style seating.
The Treasury (2,300 sq. ft.) can hold 100
guests for a seated dinner or 250 for a
standing reception.
The outdoor porches can seat 100 guests.
The plaza (3,400 sq. ft.) can seat 300 guests
for dinner or 300 theater-style. A 40 X 100 ft.
tent covers the plaza.
Kasey Hills
615-516-5877
Catering and Event Specialist
Any action by the user/guest that endangers the
Parthenon or its contents or is in conflict with the
event rules, applicable park ordinances or safety
guidelines will result in the immediate forfeiture of
the deposit, and may result in early termination of the
event.
To retain a date, the user must complete the following:
1) provide the security deposit of $1,000 and 2)
complete an application, to be submitted to the
Parthenon Event Coordinator for approval. If the event
is cancelled less than 60 days prior to the date of event,
the deposit is forfeited.
The full membership fee is due 30 days prior to the
event. The deposit will be refunded after the event,
provided all guidelines have been followed. See official
house rules for a complete listing of guidelines.
To learn more, ask questions, check availability and
book your event, call Laura Carrillo, Parthenon Event
Coordinator, at 615-862-8431.
B r a n ch e s
Ev e n t
&
Floral
Design
615.383.9535
branchestn@aol.com
Capers Cater ing
615-352-0350
(615) 443-4007
TwoFatMenCatering.com
Kristin Dietrich 299-6861 cell
Johnny Haffner 485-3097 cell
Email: caperscatering@comcast.net
1331 West Main Street • Lebanon, TN 37087
Recommended Vendors
jre
jenny richter events
jenny richter corts
615-815-5990
FAX 615-469-3247
jennyrichterevents@gmail.com
Party
Providers
Janette Sherley | Special Events Manager
(W) 615.298.9222 (C) 615.712.5620
(615) 443-3325 • info@partyproviders.com
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jsherley@MusicCityTents.com
Nashville's Most Memorable Event Venue
Laura Carrillo
Parthenon Event
Coordinator
615-862-8431
Laura.Carrillo@Nashville.gov
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Many thanks to Trey and Katie (Loyd) Medlin and photographer
Justin Wright for many of the beautiful pictures in this brochure.