South Street Seaport Museum

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South Street Seaport Museum Overview

Best for: Fundraising & Non-Profit, Product Launches, Receptions, Seated Dinner

Venue Type: Museums, Natl. Reg. of Historic Places

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Situated along the captivating waterfront of Manhattan’s famed South Street Seaport Historic District, nestled amidst the gleaming skyscrapers of Lower Manhattan and commanding views of the Brooklyn Bridge and skyline, the Seaport Museum presents exclusive, quintessentially New York venues that promise to transform your event into an unforgettable city experience for you and your guests. Enriched with a deep historical legacy, Pier 16, the last remaining wooden pier in New York City, and the celebrated 1885 tall ship Wavertree, a three-masted sailing marvel listed on the National Register, offer versatile spaces suitable for a diverse range of occasions. Both settings provide enchanting and impactful backdrops for your corporate dinners, team-building initiatives, film premieres, photo shoots, and any imaginative event you envision.

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South Street Seaport Museum Spaces

Pier 16

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Capacity Standing: 3000

Pier 16 is the Seaport Museum’s premier outdoor land-based event space, boasting its largest capacity. This authentic wooden pier located in the heart of the South Street Seaport Historic District offers a distinctive vantage point that bridges the gap between New York’s rich history and its contemporary present.

Tall Ship Wavertree

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Capacity Standing: 400

Wavertree is the flagship of the Seaport Museum’s fleet of historic vessels. Built in 1885 of riveted wrought iron, Wavertree represents the thousands of ships that once graced New York’s bustling waterfront. She showcases the lifestyles aboard 19th century cargo sailing vessels offering a tangible glimpse into the city’s maritime heritage.

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South Street Seaport Museum

12 Fulton Street,
New York, New York
10038

Manhattan