Minimal decor will be needed. Paintings and other artifacts provide plenty.

Searching for an idea for cocktail hour? No worries, your guests can stroll through the museum while wait staff pass hor d'oeuvres.

Many museums have staff event coordinators (not to be confused with a wedding planner) that can help with your event, since they hold various events throughout the year.

Photo credits: ​Phoenix Art Museum; New Image Photography; Munoz Photography; Brightwood Photography