Aviara Partners is pleased to have advised Brightwood Capital Advisors on its recently announced majority investment in Museum of Illusions.
This investment supports the continued global expansion of Museum of Illusions, including new corporate-owned locations, accelerated international growth, and further development of one of the world’s leading immersive entertainment platforms.
Congratulations to the Brightwood Capital team and the Museum of Illusions management team on a successful transaction. We are proud to have supported Brightwood in this investment.
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About Museum of Illusions
Museum of Illusions Group is the largest and fastest-growing chain of private museums in the world. The unique concept offers all age groups an interactive experience where mind-blowing exhibits play tricks on the minds of visitors and show them the exciting science behind illusions. With nearly 70 locations across 27 countries, Museum of Illusions continues to grow and share the fascinating world of illusions with curious minds all over the world. For more information, visit www.museumofillusions.com.
About Brightwood Capital Advisors
Brightwood Capital Advisors, LLC is a private investment firm with a long-standing track record of investing in middle-market businesses. Brightwood specializes in providing senior debt capital with the ability to provide full capital solutions to its portfolio companies. Brightwood primarily invests in U.S. businesses with $5-$75 million of EBITDA within five core industries: technology & telecommunications, healthcare services, business services, transportation & logistics and franchising. Founded in 2010, Brightwood has a team of nearly 70 employees who manage more than $6 billion of assets (as of September 30, 2025) on behalf of its global and institutional investor base. Brightwood is headquartered in New York City. For more information, please visit: www.brightwoodlp.com.
About Aviara Partners
Aviara Partners is a new breed of capital markets advisory, founded by a team of seasoned professionals with decades of experience in advising on debt and equity solutions and investing in independent sponsor transactions. The firm provides tailored solutions based on clients’ goals and objectives to achieve an optimal outcome for both clients and investors, establishing the firm as a trusted partner within a diverse ecosystem of blue-chip independent and funded sponsors. As a holistic solutions provider, Aviara collaborates on a deal-by-deal basis to raise capital from a curated global network of institutional investors, ranging from lesser-known family offices to large, established asset managers, pension funds, and sovereign wealth funds.
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