MUSEUM SPACES

ATRIUM

The atrium's contemporary space and impressive marble staircase provide an elegant environment for a truly memorable occasion, including weddings, receptions and dinner parties. The rental fee includes a podium, microphone, chairs and tables. A piano is available for a fee. Capacity is 220 seated and 500 for a casual affair.

MUSE

Muse restaurant offers a metropolitan setting for sophisticated events. Capacity 85 seated, 110 cocktails.

AUDITORIUM

The auditorium's film screen, proscenium stage and comfortable seating make it an excellent choice for large meetings, conferences, performances or slideshows. The rental fee includes a podium, microphone, chairs, tables, DVD player, overhead projector and slide projector. A piano is available for a fee. A projectionist is available for hire. Capacity 220.

THOMAS PLANETARIUM

The Thomas Planetarium offers a fascinating, enjoyable way to learn about astronomy and space. The new, 530-square-foot facility lets visitors journey to the stars, taking trips through the solar system or joining in the Imaginarium's presentations that explore the night sky. The planetarium is accessible to people with disabilities. No food or drink allowed. Capacity 38.

GALLERY SPACES

For a special touch, add one or more of these distinct galleries: Discovery Center, Art of the North, Alaska Exhibition or Smithsonian Arctic Studies Center. These galleries are available for rent solely in conjunction with rental of a primary space. No food or drink allowed.

ENTIRE MUSEUM

Guests enjoy exclusive access to all the museum’s galleries and public spaces. Premium traveling exhibit access may be arranged for an additional fee. Muse restaurant and Museum Store not included.