The Perfect Venue For Your Next Event
Make a great first impression by hosting your event! The Putnam is a place where people connect with history and ideas by doing, making, and experiencing. Our state-of-the-art facilities and unique exhibits provide a memorable setting for rehearsal dinners, small receptions, company special events, meetings, and parties. Our venue options allow us to customize to your group size and scale of event that no other venue in the Quad Cities can offer.
Our dedicated staff will work with you to ensure that every detail is taken care of, from catering to audiovisual needs. With a variety of spaces available, including our Grand Lobby and GIANT Screen Theater, the possibilities are endless!
Our Rental Spaces
GIANT Screen Theater
Our spectacular GIANT Screen Theater is the perfect venue for a variety of events, including corporate meetings, conferences, private screenings, and community gatherings.
Grand Lobby
With its stunning architecture and beautiful interiors, the Grand Lobby exudes elegance and grandeur—perfect for making your event memorable.
Lardner Balcony
Make your special occasion even more memorable by hosting it on the charming Lardner Balcony at the Putnam Museum.
Party at the Putnam
The Putnam provides the perfect setting for birthdays, baby showers, and other special occasions.
Putnam Conference Room
Our conference room offers the ideal space for meetings, presentations, training sessions, and more.
Room Dimensions & Capacities
| Area | Banquet (Rounds) | Classroom | Theater | |
| Grand Lobby | 3564 sq ft | 296 | 250 | 445 |
| Lardner Balcony | -- | 72 | 100 | 120 |
| GIANT Screen Theater | -- | n/a | n/a | 264 |
| Board Room | 1189 sq ft | 96 | 84 | 140 |
