Weddings & Social Celebrations
The American Museum of Natural History is the quintessential New York City venue for your milestone celebration. With the Museum's stunning exhibit halls as your backdrop, there are endless possibilities for wedding receptions, bar and bat mitzvahs, birthdays, and anniversaries.
Greet your guests in the breathtaking Theodore Roosevelt Rotunda for a cocktail next to the Barosaurus, the world’s tallest freestanding dinosaur mount. Following cocktail hour, your guests will gather for dinner and dancing in the Milstein Hall of Ocean Life under the iconic 94-foot blue whale.
Additional Details
- Maximum capacity for seated dinner, dance floor, and stage: 400 guests (capacity is an estimate and may vary depending on your specific design and setup requirements)
- All social events are required to work with a professional planner, to be approved by the Museum.
Hosting an event at the Museum supports scientific research and educational programs.
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