Rental Tips for Museums, Arts & Entertainment Professionals

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Fri, 18 Jul 2025 14:00:04 +0000
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As a professional within the museums, arts and entertainment industry, you rely on commercial rental trucks and vans to stay mobile, meet tight timelines and deliver exceptional experiences. Whether you’re managing a museum exhibit, staging a live outdoor show or coordinating a film shoot, having the right vehicle along with dependable business solutions built around your industry can make all the difference.

Versatile Vehicle Rental Solutions for a Creative Industry

From cultural institutions and botanical gardens to major concert tours and sporting events, the logistics behind the scenes are complex and fast-moving. Penske’s commercial truck rental options offer the flexibility and reliability you need without the commitment of ownership.

Here’s how rental trucks and vans can support your next project:

Museums, Exhibits & Historical Institutions

Move traveling exhibits between locations or institutions

Transport valuable or oversized artifacts securely and efficiently

Support off-site education programs or pop-up displays

Handle renovations or collection overhauls with ease

Real-world example: A 16 ft. box truck is ideal for transporting display cases and wrapped sculptures for a temporary traveling exhibit between museum sites. The enclosed back of the truck keeps art dry while cargo tie rails keep it secure.

Botanical Gardens & Zoos

Deliver seasonal plants, trees and landscape materials

Transport equipment or supplies for public events, weddings or community programs

Relocate large decorative pieces or outdoor sculptures

Support maintenance or expansion projects

Real-world example: A 22 to 26 ft. CDL box truck offers the space and payload capacity needed to haul mature trees, planters and bulk mulch for a seasonal garden refresh — all while keeping materials protected from wind and other elements.

Film & TV Production

Haul set pieces, props and gear between locations

Create mobile basecamps with box trucks or cargo vans

Transport wardrobe, lighting and camera equipment

Support crew operations and on-location logistics

Real-world example: A high-roof cargo van can easily accommodate wardrobe racks and portable lighting kits for an off-set shoot at a remote film location.

Live Music, Theater & Performing Arts

Transport instruments, sound systems and staging gear

Move sets and costumes for touring productions

Support mobile merchandise and concessions operations

Provide short-term capacity for local shows or festivals

Real-world example: A 22 to 26 ft. non-CDL box truck is perfect for hauling drum kits, PA systems and stage props for a regional concert tour.

Sporting & Spectator Events

Move team equipment, uniforms and promotional signs

Support field setup with temporary fencing or bleachers

Deliver branded signage, tents and gear for sponsored activities

Haul event maintenance supplies and post-game cleanup equipment

Real-world example: A flatbed truck with a liftgate can transport folding barricades, branded tents and hydration stations for a weekend sports tournament setup. And with a liftgate that can move up to 3,000 lbs. of gear, getting equipment on and off the truck is no problem.

Make Your Next Event Run Smoother

Whether you’re moving a touring exhibit, staging a film shoot or preparing for a sold-out concert, we’re ready to help you get it there on time and on budget.