St. Louis Artists' Guild
St. Louis Artists' Guild
St. Louis Artists' Guild
St. Louis Artists' Guild
St. Louis Artists' Guild
St. Louis Artists' Guild
St. Louis Artists' Guild
St. Louis Artists' Guild

Seated: 230 with no dance floor, 190 with dance floor
Buffet Seated: 190 with no dance floor, 150 with dance floor
Buffet Cocktail: 275 (2/3 seating)

Note

The capacities for seated and buffet seated events are calculated using 60-inch round tables with 10 guests at each. Any deviation (altering the number of guests at each table, adding a “head” table and/or changing the shape of a table from round to square and/or rectangle) will decrease capacity and may cause you to incur extra charges.

Events

Day Facility Rental:

Sunday: $1,500

Evening Facility Rental:

Monday – Wednesday: $1,200
Thursday or Friday: $2,000
Saturday: $2,500
Sunday: $1,500

Availability:

Year-round
Up to 4 hours

Latest end time for day rentals: 5:00pm

Earliest start time for evening rentals: 6:30pm

Note

There is a $1,000 additional setup fee, which includes setup, breakdown and cleaning before and after the event. Events with a final guest count of 31-54 adults will incur a surcharge of $500. Events with 30 adults or fewer will incur a surcharge of $1,000.

  • Exclusive use of the event space in the evening
  • 60-inch round dining tables
  • Black Chavari ballroom chairs
  • Floor-length ivory tablecloths with white cotton overlays
  • White cotton napkins for seated dinners
  • All china, stemware and flatware
  • All bar glasses
  • Votive candles for tables
  • Well-lit, free parking garage
  • Private event signage

Local Art Gallery

St. Louis Artists’ Guild

Contemporary regional art center

The St. Louis Artists’ Guild has been bringing both artists and art lovers together since 1886. The Guild supports emerging and established artists and is a unique venue for any event you choose to hold here. Its unique nature and local art are great talking points for a corporate event or fundraiser and are sure to impress your employees and key stakeholders. The Guild is an impressive venue, and its unique, ever-changing artwork, as well as the large space, will wow even your most art-savvy wedding guests. This space will wow everyone who attends whatever event you plan here.

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Frequently Asked Questions

The Bayer Event Center is perfect for weddings, corporate events, galas, celebrations, and nonprofit functions. With flexible indoor and outdoor spaces, it’s ideal for both intimate gatherings and large-scale events.

The venue can accommodate more than 350 guests for cocktail-style events and up to 200 guests for seated dinners, depending on your preferred setup.

Yes, the Bayer Event Center is available for rentals year-round and features climate-controlled indoor spaces for comfort in any season.

Rental packages typically include tables, chairs, basic linens, and setup/breakdown services. Catering St. Louis also provides in-house catering and bar service options.

No. All food and beverage service is provided exclusively by Catering St. Louis, the exclusive caterer for the Bayer Event Center and the Missouri Botanical Garden.

Yes, 100 free parking spaces are available for guests in the Missouri Botanical Garden’s designated lots.

Yes, the Bayer Event Center features both indoor event space and access to beautifully landscaped outdoor areas, which can be used for ceremonies, cocktail hours, or casual mingling.

Yes, the Bayer Event Center is fully ADA accessible, including entrances, restrooms, and event spaces.

Popular dates tend to book quickly, so we recommend securing your date at least 12 months in advance, especially for weddings or weekend events.

To schedule a tour or check availability, visit our contact page or call Catering St. Louis directly at (314) 961-7588. We’d be happy to walk you through the space and discuss your event needs.

This historic art gallery event venue is ideal for a wide range of events including weddings, rehearsal dinners, nonprofit galas, corporate gatherings, art exhibits, lectures, and milestone celebrations. The elegant gallery setting adds a creative, cultured ambiance that elevates any event.

The venue is located at:
12 North Jackson Avenue
Clayton, MO 63105
in the heart of downtown Clayton, just steps from Shaw Park. The location offers a beautiful combination of urban sophistication and artistic charm.

Founded in 1886, the St. Louis Artists’ Guild is one of the oldest arts organizations west of the Mississippi. Its current space features vaulted ceilings, hardwood floors, tall windows, and rotating exhibitions of local and regional artwork, making it a truly unique historic art gallery event venue.

The venue can host up to 200 guests for a seated dinner and 250 guests for a cocktail-style event, with options to tailor the gallery layout to your needs. The flexible, open floor plan provides plenty of room for mingling, dining, dancing, and more.

Rental includes access to the gallery space, standard tables and chairs, setup and breakdown services, and event coordination from the Catering St. Louis team. The surrounding art installations serve as built-in décor, making your event visually stunning with minimal additions.

No. Catering St. Louis is the exclusive caterer for the St. Louis Artists’ Guild. Their experienced culinary team offers a variety of chef-driven menu options and beverage packages to suit any style of event.

Yes. The venue offers ample free parking in a private lot directly adjacent to the building. It’s easily accessible for guests, vendors, and deliveries.

Yes. The space can be reconfigured to accommodate both a wedding ceremony and reception, allowing you and your guests to enjoy a seamless event all in one elegant location.

While the venue itself is indoors, the proximity to Shaw Park allows for beautiful photo opportunities in a lush, natural setting. Some event planners also choose to host pre-event photos or casual meet-ups in the nearby park.

Because this is an active gallery, all décor must be non-invasive and respectful of the art on display. Open flames, wall-mounted décor, and glitter or confetti are not permitted. The venue’s existing art and architecture provide an inspiring atmosphere that often requires minimal additional decoration.

Yes. The St. Louis Artists’ Guild is ADA-compliant and accessible for all guests, with wheelchair ramps, accessible restrooms, and wide, open gallery spaces.

To secure your ideal date, especially for spring and fall weekends, it’s best to book 6–12 months in advance. However, weekday and off-peak dates may be available with shorter notice.

Yes! Private tours are available by appointment. Contact Catering St. Louis to arrange a walkthrough and experience firsthand why this historic art gallery event venue is one of the most distinctive spaces in the St. Louis area.

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