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.

Ready to get started? Contact us today to plan your dream event at St. Louis Artists’ Guild.

St. Louis Artists’ Guild

Frequently Asked Questions

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 230 guests for a seated dinner (190 with a dance floor) and 275 guests for a buffet 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 exclusive evening use of the gallery space, 60-inch round tables, ballroom chairs, floor-length linens, china, stemware and flatware, and event coordination from the Catering St. Louis team. Setup, breakdown and cleaning are covered by a separate $1,000 setup fee. 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. Guests can use a well-lit, free parking garage that is 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.