Benefit Events

Join us at our next event—your participation provides valuable support to the Museum's mission and exhibits.

Corporate Dinner

Monday, April 28, 2025

Join us for the 2025 Corporate Dinner, honoring Daniel Simkowitz, Co-President, Morgan Stanley.

Get tables and tickets or email [email protected] for more information.

Spring Lunch

Tuesday, April 29, 2025

The Spring Lunch is an annual celebration of the Museum’s leadership in environmental research, conservation, and education. Guests hear from a panel of experts, including Museum scientists, on important topics which in recent years have included insect biodiversity, ocean science, and climate change. 

This year, Museum President Sean Decatur will moderate a compelling discussion on the impact of nature on the brain and human health.

Get tables and tickets or email [email protected] for more information.

Family Party

The Family Party is a thrilling evening that features entertaining and hands-on educational activities for children of all ages, as well as adults. It’s a unique opportunity for the whole family to get together and explore the wonders of the Museum, after hours. You will meet curators, scientists, and educators and find out more about some of the most exciting artifacts and specimens in our collections.

The next Family Party will be held Tuesday, October 21, 2025. 

Museum Gala

The Museum Gala invites us all to celebrate and support the Museum’s continuing efforts to expand the boundaries of human knowledge and foster science literacy in learners of all ages. On this special evening we welcome guests to enjoy the Museum’s legendary halls in all their splendor—with good friends, an exquisite dinner, and highly anticipated musical entertainment.

The Museum Gala was held on Thursday, December 5, 2024, with a special musical performance by Arcade Fire. For more information, please contact 212-313-7161 or email [email protected] or view information about the 2024 Museum Gala.