Science Museum of Virginia
Lighting, Drape, Decor, Stage & AV Rentals

Science Museum of Virginia
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Science Museum of Virginia offers one of the region's most unique and awe-inspiring wedding venues. Designed by renowned architect John Russell Pope, this architectural marvel features the breathtaking five-story Rotunda with its majestic dome ceiling, refined classical details, and the iconic Foucault pendulum as a sophisticated centerpiece.
The Rotunda's soaring architecture and grand scale create extraordinary opportunities for projection mapping that can completely transform the space. Custom imagery can be projected across the dome's five-story ceiling and marble walls, creating immersive atmospheres from starlit skies to romantic cloudscapes or personalized designs that reflect your unique vision. The building's massive columns, arched alcoves, and ornate moldings provide perfect surfaces for dynamic visual effects that bring architectural details to life with color and motion.
Professional uplighting accentuates the Rotunda's classical architecture, highlighting columns and casting vibrant color washes across the marble surfaces to match any wedding palette. Custom gobos project monograms, patterns, or meaningful designs onto the floors and walls, adding personalized touches throughout the venue. Pin spotting ensures that every important detail receives focused illumination, from dramatic floral arrangements to the wedding cake and sweeping staircase entrances.
The adjacent Dewey Gottwald Center offers a sleek, modern contrast with floor-to-ceiling windows and contemporary architecture. The outdoor terrace provides ceremony space with stunning views of the original train canopies and full-size steam engine, perfect for cocktail receptions enhanced with landscape lighting as evening falls. Professional audio systems deliver crystal-clear sound throughout all spaces, from intimate ceremonies to grand receptions.
From the historic elegance of the Rotunda to the modern sophistication of the Dewey Gottwald Center, the Science Museum accommodates celebrations from intimate gatherings to grand events of 300 guests. The venue's remarkable architecture combined with cutting-edge projection mapping, uplighting, gobos, and pin spotting creates a truly unforgettable atmosphere that transforms this iconic Richmond landmark into a personalized celebration space.




