Not for the museum or the exhibit!
I was in town for a conference and one of the reception/cocktail hour was at the top floor of the Mint Museum, and I gotta say, it's a beautiful spot for this sort of event.
At the top floor, you get a beautiful view of the city (Westin, Duke Energy, Nascar building). It's not that high up but it still offers a bird's eye view. The patio area is spacious and the ballroom is big enough to hold quite a bit of us there. Of course, food was catered, as well as the bar since I doubt the museum has a full kitchen.
I'm just sad that I didn't get to check out the museum for myself. I'm not an expert on art, especially modern art, but it's always neat and enlightening to see things from other's point of view and dive into the psyche of their creations!
Overall, this space is gorgeous and spacious. Lots of people clamored how great it is and definitely left a big impression on all the outside-towners!