The Knowlton – A Unique Waterfront Venue
"The Knowlton is a unique waterfront event venue in Bridgeport, Fairfield County, offering an ideal location for weddings, Bar and Bat Mitzvahs, private parties, and corporate or nonprofit events.
We feature three versatile event spaces designed to suit a variety of occasions:
The Boathouse – A picturesque waterfront space for unforgettable moments.
The Armstrong Gallery – Perfect for creative events and professional gatherings.
The Wilder Gallery – A chic setting for elegant celebrations.
In addition to hosting events, The Knowlton is home to 27 artist studios, fostering a vibrant creative community. With a stunning mural park and the waterfront as its gorgeous backdrop, The Knowlton provides a one-of-a-kind setting for any occasion."
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Our Venue
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The Boathouse
8,000 Sqft Space
Max Capacity: 500
Max Seated Capacity: 350
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The Armstrong Gallery
1,400 Sqft Gallery
Max Capacity: 150
Max Seated Capacity: 86
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![Stylish indoor event space at The Knowlton with round tables covered in white tablecloths, modern clear chairs, and elegant table settings. The space features exposed brick walls, high ceilings with industrial beams, and warm lighting, creating a sop]()
The Wilder Gallery
4,000 sq ft
Max Capacity: 250
Max Seated Capacity: 150
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The Knowlton Walls
An up and coming popular public destination that is continually expanding, bringing in talent from around the country to create more stunning walls for years to come.
Book With Us
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Book an Event
Book the event of your lifetime today, choosing from three amazing venue spaces, or a combination of all three.
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Hourly Studio Rental
Rent out our various spaces hourly for a photo or video shoot. The Knowlton rents equipment hourly as well.
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Artist Studio Rental
Although we currently do not have any studios available, learn more about our unique creative spaces.
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The perfect industrial chic venue for all events.
“I love this venue! Next to the water, beautiful artwork, plenty of parking, beautiful room for parties”.
— NM
“Very dope building! Lots of cool people work in the space and the vibe is awesome. Very creative atmosphere!”
— AL
“Best spot to visit in CT.”
– BP
“The Knowlton is absolutely one of Fairfield County's hidden gems. The event spaces lends itself to any type of event from weddings and social gatherings to corporate events”.
— AF
About us
The Knowlton is located in Bridgeport, Fairfield County, and serves nearby communities including Fairfield, Westport, Trumbull, Easton, Weston, Wilton, New Canaan, Darien, Redding, Ridgefield, Norwalk, Shelton, and Stratford.