Corporate Events at the Venusian Gardens

“Experience a venue that sparks imagination and fosters creativity”

Why an art gallery?

The Importance of Art

Art has been an intrinsic part of human cultures for eons, serving as a means of expression, reflection, and communication. From the earliest cave paintings to contemporary electronic works, art has been important in shaping our culture, history, and individual experiences. By inspiring us to explore our own creativity and connect with our inner selves, art motivates us to seek beauty in everyday life and find inspiration in unexpected places. Art impact us not just on a personal basis but also on a social basis by facilitating connections between people that promote a sense of community and shared experiences.

VG Art Gallery provides important and unique benefits for corporate parties or business-oriented meetings

Why VG Art Gallery is a superb venue for:

A Corporate Party

A Business Meeting

Why VG Art Gallery is a Superb Venue for a Corporate Party

Experiencing Art Promotes Communication Between Employees

This is how:

1. By breaking the Ice

As a source of aesthetic pleasure, art engages our senses and can reduce stress and trigger emotions that provide space for personal reflection. Sharing a view of a sculpture can serve as a conversation starter among employees by providing a common topic of discussion that breaks the ice and encourages communication, creating a bridge for connection with others. This informal interaction can lead to more meaningful conversations and collaboration that foster personal relationships among employees ultimately enhancing the functioning of an organization.

2. By Triggering Shared Interests

Experiencing art can trigger shared interests and passions among employees. When individuals discover common interests, it can breaks barriers that interfere with joint efforts. These shared interests can serve as a foundation for collaborative projects.

3. By Sparking Inspiration

Art and sculpture can serve as a source of inspiration for employees. When surrounded by visually stimulating artwork, people are more likely to feel energized to spark their imagination and ignite innovative ideas. Having a corporate celebration at VG Art Gallery provides a space that incites creative thinking and encourages communication between employees that can blossom into stimulating conversations that lead to enhanced work-related problem solving.

4. By Enhancing Cross-Department Interaction

By stepping away from their usual work environment and engaging with art, employees have the opportunity to connect with colleagues on a more informal and collaborative level. Having an event in a setting distinctly removed from and unrelated to usual business can bring together employees from different departments who may not typically interact. The unique environment provided by VG provides spaces for employees to relax and recharge. This can draw together individuals from various areas of an organization and foster communication that may be less likely in a traditional setting. This cross-department interaction facilitates communication and collaboration which contributes to a more cohesive work environment.

Conclusion

Hosting your event in the creative environment of VG offers unique, constructive benefits for not only your business but also for your employees.

Why VG Art Gallery is an Excellent Venue for a Corporate Business Meeting

Multiple Functional Spaces Make VG an Excellent Venue for Corporate Events

In addition to our unique ambience and creative atmosphere, Venusian Gardens offers multiple functional spaces that can be engaged for your business meeting, reception or party. The different spaces allow for large group presentations, smaller intimate or private meetings as well as an outdoor garden to make your event special and successful.

Second Floor

There are two functional spaces on the second floor, The Main Gallery and the Rear Gallery. The Main Gallery is quite spacious,allowing for 175 seated guests and 250 standing guests. At the far end of the Main Gallery there is a smaller Rear Gallery section separated from the main gallery space by a wall with a wide center opening and two side openings on the left and right. The center opening provides a focal point for events while the side openings allow for guests to navigate to the Rear Gallery. In addition to these two exhibition spaces, the second floor has two bathrooms and a large catering kitchen.

Third Floor

There are three functional spaces occupying the third floor which overlook the Main Gallery: the Piano Loft, the Choir Loft and the Observation Loft. The Piano Loft provides a highly visual stage that accommodates musicians and entertainers while providing excellent acoustics for live music. The Choir Loft offers an intimate space that can be used by executives, VIPs or their family for a secluded, private gathering while also featuring a view of the Main Gallery. The Observation Loft bridges the Choir Loft with the Piano Loft and allows a full view of the Main Gallery.while providing sculptural tables and seating for up to 20 people.

Outdoor Sculpture Garden with Annex

Adjacent to VG is a large, 600 square foot outdoor sculpture garden area with lawn that can accommodate up to 100 guests. The Sculpture Garden can be accessed from VG as well as from a separate gated entrance to the Franklin Avenue. Tents and tables can be set up on the lawn and there is also an adjacent cemented staging area that can accommodate caterers and musicians. At the far end of the Sculpture Garden there is the Annex, a 200 sq ft enclosed exhibition space that opens to the Sculpture Garden and provides an indoor option for guests, caterers and entertainers. There is also a bathroom in the Annex for guest use.

The Sculpture Garden is currently under extensive renovation, photographs should be available by the end of August.

GlassLight Studio

The artist’s sculpture studio occupies the ground floor. While the entirety of the studio is not available for events, its spacious foyer and large dressing area with a huge mirror and bathroom can be used by event guests to prepare and dress for their event. To enliven an event, neon demonstrations and studio tours are available when desired.

Why VG as an Art Gallery is a Superb Venue for a Business Meeting

When hosting business meetings, the environment provided by VG is flush with visually stimulating sculpture in the awesome backdrop of an historic 1850’s church. By engaging VG as your venue for a business, work related event, there are two immediate advantages this setting provides:

1. The VG event space will stimulate creativity and innovation amongst your employees

2. The nature of the VG environment will enhance employee productivity

This is why:

1. Engaging with Art Stimulates Creativity and Innovation

Art and sculpture create an inspiring and visually stimulating environment that can spark creativity. Art breaks the monotony of the work environment and disrupts established patterns, providing a refreshing change from the usual work setting. The presence of artwork establishes a creative work environment. It signals to employees that creativity is valued and encourages them to explore their own creative potential. When employees are surrounded by art, it activates their imagination and serves as a constant reminder to think creatively and encourages them to embrace innovative approaches.

With the ability to think creatively, employees are more likely to come up with unique and innovative solutions. Experiencing art encourages them to think outside the box, question the status quo, and stimulate critical thinking and explore new perspectives. This in turn fosters innovation and enhances problem-solving skills. Engaging with art requires attention and focus which serve as a form of mindfulness practice that helps employees be present in the moment and immerse themselves fully in the creative process. This heightened state of focus enhances their ability to generate innovative ideas.

Approaching challenges with a creative mindset gives businesses a competitive edge in today’s fast-paced world. Creativity is vital in business because it enables innovative problem-solving and helps companies find unique solutions to challenges. It also gives businesses a competitive edge and boosts productivity.

2. Art in a Work Space Improves Productivity

Art in the workspace improves productivity by enhancing employee well-being, inspiring creativity, increasing engagement and focus, supporting a positive work environment, and improving employee satisfaction. Stimulating sculpture creates a visually inspiring and positive work atmosphere that motivates employees, sparks innovative thinking, and reduces stress.

Studies show that a stimulating visual environment can replenish mental energy and amplify employee performance. Art has been found to boost employee mood and self-esteem by reducing stress, anxiety, and boredom. This positively impacts problem solving and can lead to new ways to accomplish tasks and work more efficiently.

venusian event specialties

Stage a Raffle or Provide Party Gifts

Should your company wish to stage a raffle or provide gifts to stimulate or reward your employees, we offer the opportunity to purchase a sculpture prize to memorialize your event.

As a member of the local art community, we work with a variety of artists working in blown and cast glass, ceramics and other media. In addition to the sculpture exhibited in the art gallery at Venusian Gardens, we have smaller and less expensive artworks available – some “Venusian” in nature and others not. We work closely with the glass artists here at Venusian Gardens as well as other local artists. As such, we offer some beautiful, one-of -a-kind artworks in glass including goblets, paperweights and other blown glass pieces. Popular gifts here in New Orleans include personalized Mardi Gras beads and other inexpensive favors that your guests can keep as mementos of the occasion.

Horse and Carriage Rides

For a novel beginning and/or end to a wedding ceremony, transportation to and from Venusian Gardens by horse and carriage can be arranged. What more of a romantic beginning and finale can there be?

Venusian Gardens Rental Options

There are four options for renting Venusian Gardens for an event:

• Second Floor only (with limited access to ground floor studio space)Entertainment
• Second and Third Floor only (with limited access to ground floor studio space)
• Second and Third Floor with Outdoor Garden and Annex (with limited access to ground floor studio space)
• Outdoor Garden and Annex only

Planning Your Event

Venusian Gardens seamlessly integrates with your event plans while offering full planning services, professional vendor management of catering and bar services, music and decor. For a truly exciting experience VG offers local live musical talent as well as a wide range of entertainment options including second line jazz performances and more exotic options such as belly dancers and stilt walkers. We do not offer fixed “packages” but we are happy to offer simple events with minimal features to accommodate those on tight budgets. Please discuss your needs and budget considerations with our event manager and we will do our best to accommodate you.

Included in your event

Exclusivity of the Venue
Event Coordinator and/or Planner on site to coordinate all aspects of your event
Private area for executives, VIPs or their family
Pre- and Post-Event cleaning
Use of the venue for Pre-Event photo shoots
Set up time – 4 hours prior to event
Tear Down and Rental Return immediately following event

Fees

Venue fees start at $6000 for a 4 hour event plus $1000 per additional hour
Catering fees range from $35-80 per person
Full Service Open Liquor Bar fees range around $11 per person
Full Service Beer and Wine Bar fees range around $9 per person