Harvard Art Museums

A Celebration of Artful Moments

Discover one of Cambridge’s most unique event venues at the Harvard Art Museums—where world-class art, architectural grandeur, and refined catering create an extraordinary experience for your celebration. Whether you’re hosting a corporate gathering, elegant wedding, or a milestone occasion, this coveted space offers a one-of-a-kind experience in the heart of Harvard Square.

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Plan the perfect winter-themed holiday party with beautiful white decor and twinkling lights with The Catered Affair.

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32 Quincy Street

Host your next event at the Harvard Art Museums, where vast art collections and Renaissance-inspired architecture create an unforgettable setting. Elevated by The Catered Affair’s renowned culinary expertise, every moment is thoughtfully crafted, transforming your celebration into a true masterpiece.

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Calderwood Courtyard

32 Quincy Street

Designed with celebration in mind, the Piazza at the heart of the Harvard Art Museums provides a stunning backdrop for unforgettable catered events. This magnificent central courtyard invites guests to dine, toast, and mingle beneath soaring glass ceilings—surrounded by world-class art and striking architecture.

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Adolphus Busch Hall

29 Kirkland Street

Adolphus Busch Hall has dramatic architecture and Renaissance sculptures. Enhance your event in a secluded garden oasis featuring lush florals, a fountain, and an al fresco English-inspired setting.

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Real New England Wedding

Read More about Guy and Casey’s Museum Wedding in Boston Magazine.

Community, Inclusivity, Artistry.

The Harvard Art Museums showcase world-renowned artwork in an architecturally remarkable setting designed by renowned architect Renzo Piano. Seamlessly blending the historic Fogg Museum with a contemporary addition under a spectacular glass roof, the museum offers an unparalleled experience bridging old and new.

Paired with The Catered Affairs’ culinary excellence, the stunning architecture creates an unforgettable masterpiece.

By supporting Harvard Art Museums, you become part of our community and enable others to access our world-class collections, fostering transformative art experiences.

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Jenny’s Cafe

An artsy bite. In the heart of Calderwood Courtyard, Jenny’s Cafe is surrounded by world-class art collections. Enjoy a coffee, seasonal pastry, or more substantial bites that are wholesome and healthy. Vegan and gluten-free selections are available.

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Dining Experiences

We have created a quick reference when deciding which catering style will work best for you and your guests.

Cocktail Parties

Inspired cocktail parties provide the ultimate in social revelry and culinary exploration. Feast on dinner by the bite with cocktail-size miniature meals, hand-crafted hors d’oeuvres, and bountiful food stations.

Our craft cocktail and mocktail menu explores varying flavor profiles using premium ingredients.

Seated Dinner

A seated dinner allows you to entertain beautifully with a traditional approach to dining.  Artistically prepared courses are served with precision while guests enjoy lively dinner conversations and celebrations.

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Dinner Buffet

The dinner buffet boasts endless textures, flavors, and aromas. The menu items featured on a buffet are pleasing to larger groups and accommodate diverse tastes, allergies, and preferences.

Immersive Experience

Experiences are everything, and guests today eagerly await original and immersive events that transport them to other worlds and times. Through multi-dimensional event design and highly curated menus to reflect the client’s vision, we are New England’s premiere experiential caterer. Explore how to create an extraordinary multi-sensory experience here.

It was a perfectly magical evening. We loved how Guy and I were both able to enjoy it. Everyone with TCA managed it all and took care of everything. That is such a priceless gift, and we are eternally grateful. What you and your team created and executed far exceeded those expectations.

– Guy & Casey