Facility Rentals
Discover the art of the event! Whether you’re looking for a daytime meeting location or hosting an elegant dinner party, LUMA has the perfect space for you.
General Museum Information
- Exceptional Magnificent Mile location
- Contemporary design in historic Gothic Revival building
- 8,500 square feet of gallery space available for events
- Capacity: 100 seated, 200 reception
- Maximum capacity depends on the temporary exhibition(s) on display
- Exquisite permanent collection of medieval, Renaissance, and Baroque art (available for viewing only; no food or drink allowed)
William G. & Marilyn M. Simpson Lecture Hall
- State-of-the-art audio/visual equipment
- Elegantly finished and furnished
- Multi-purpose space for hosting small to medium events
- Creative catering options through LUC catering
- Experienced events coordinator available to assist in planning the perfect occasion
Rental Rates
| External Rentals | |
|---|---|
| LUMA Lobby, Second, and Third Floors | $2,850 + Security* |
| Simpson Lecture Hall | $1,150 + Security* |
| Loyola University Chicago Alums | |
|---|---|
| LUMA Lobby, Second, and Third Floors | $2,230 + Security* |
| Simpson Lecture Hall | $875 + Security* |
| University Departments & Non-Profit Organizations | |
|---|---|
| LUMA Lobby, Second, and Third Floors | $950 + Security* |
| Simpson Lecture Hall | $600 + Security* |
| Student Organizations | |
|---|---|
| LUMA Lobby, Second, and Third Floors | $300 + Security* |
| Simpson Lecture Hall | $300 + Security* |
*Security staff for an event is based on the number of attendees and the number of hours rented. There is a 4-hour minimum for all rentals requiring security. Additional fees may apply for housekeeping and staff. Please contact LUMA for a quote.
Details
- A non-refundable deposit of 50% of estimated total costs is due when the signed rental contract is returned, no later than two weeks prior to the event.
- Full payment must be made no later than one week prior to the event.
- Rental fees are based on a four-hour minimum rental and events must end by 10:00 p.m.
- All contractors must vacate no later than 10:30 p.m.
- Events are limited to 65-70 seated guests depending on set-up unless approved by the Director.
- No food or drinks are allowed in the galleries during specific exhibitions.
- Dark liquids are never permitted in the galleries.
- Special needs must be requested prior to the event.
- A list of local parking can be found at: http://www.luc.edu/campustransportation/generalinformation/watertowercampus/
- Clients are responsible for renting additional AV equipment and tech support directly from Conference Services. Contact Judy Sunvold at 312.915.6177.
- The setup of event equipment must be pre-approved by LUMA.
- Group renting the space must make sure it is left in the condition in which they found it, leaving no refuse.
- LUMA reserves the right to cancel or shut down events if the client breaches the contract terms and conditions.
- Live music must be pre-approved and limited to 3-piece bands. Music must be non-amplified and low tempo, with no large equipment.
- Events must be staffed by LUMA gallery attendants and staff.
- Bags and laptops are not permitted in galleries and must be checked in.
Contact
For more information about event options, pricing, and availability, please contact us at luma@luc.edu or 312.915.7600.
Discover the art of the event! Whether you’re looking for a daytime meeting location or hosting an elegant dinner party, LUMA has the perfect space for you.
General Museum Information
- Exceptional Magnificent Mile location
- Contemporary design in historic Gothic Revival building
- 8,500 square feet of gallery space available for events
- Capacity: 100 seated, 200 reception
- Maximum capacity depends on the temporary exhibition(s) on display
- Exquisite permanent collection of medieval, Renaissance, and Baroque art (available for viewing only; no food or drink allowed)
William G. & Marilyn M. Simpson Lecture Hall
- State-of-the-art audio/visual equipment
- Elegantly finished and furnished
- Multi-purpose space for hosting small to medium events
- Creative catering options through LUC catering
- Experienced events coordinator available to assist in planning the perfect occasion
Rental Rates
| External Rentals | |
|---|---|
| LUMA Lobby, Second, and Third Floors | $2,850 + Security* |
| Simpson Lecture Hall | $1,150 + Security* |
| Loyola University Chicago Alums | |
|---|---|
| LUMA Lobby, Second, and Third Floors | $2,230 + Security* |
| Simpson Lecture Hall | $875 + Security* |
| University Departments & Non-Profit Organizations | |
|---|---|
| LUMA Lobby, Second, and Third Floors | $950 + Security* |
| Simpson Lecture Hall | $600 + Security* |
| Student Organizations | |
|---|---|
| LUMA Lobby, Second, and Third Floors | $300 + Security* |
| Simpson Lecture Hall | $300 + Security* |
*Security staff for an event is based on the number of attendees and the number of hours rented. There is a 4-hour minimum for all rentals requiring security. Additional fees may apply for housekeeping and staff. Please contact LUMA for a quote.
Details
- A non-refundable deposit of 50% of estimated total costs is due when the signed rental contract is returned, no later than two weeks prior to the event.
- Full payment must be made no later than one week prior to the event.
- Rental fees are based on a four-hour minimum rental and events must end by 10:00 p.m.
- All contractors must vacate no later than 10:30 p.m.
- Events are limited to 65-70 seated guests depending on set-up unless approved by the Director.
- No food or drinks are allowed in the galleries during specific exhibitions.
- Dark liquids are never permitted in the galleries.
- Special needs must be requested prior to the event.
- A list of local parking can be found at: http://www.luc.edu/campustransportation/generalinformation/watertowercampus/
- Clients are responsible for renting additional AV equipment and tech support directly from Conference Services. Contact Judy Sunvold at 312.915.6177.
- The setup of event equipment must be pre-approved by LUMA.
- Group renting the space must make sure it is left in the condition in which they found it, leaving no refuse.
- LUMA reserves the right to cancel or shut down events if the client breaches the contract terms and conditions.
- Live music must be pre-approved and limited to 3-piece bands. Music must be non-amplified and low tempo, with no large equipment.
- Events must be staffed by LUMA gallery attendants and staff.
- Bags and laptops are not permitted in galleries and must be checked in.
Contact
For more information about event options, pricing, and availability, please contact us at luma@luc.edu or 312.915.7600.