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Experience the joy and elegance of a dinner party, reception,
corporate dinner, or lecture at the National Museum of Nuclear Science
& History. The Museum boasts the ambiance and resources of a formal
venue, with the addition of the atmosphere of science, technology,
engineering, history, math, and physics. Your guests will dine among the
pioneers of the scientific world.
Whether you are planning a wedding or a retirement party, young and old alike will enjoy their time at the National Museum of Nuclear Science & History. We invite you to call us and schedule an appointment to tour our facility!
Please note, because of the museum's very successful Summer Camp programs that take place during the days in June, July, and half of August, facility space to rent during that time frame is mostly limited to evening events.
For more information, please contact the museum at 505-245-2137 or email us.
Formal Dinners & Receptions
Experience the joy and elegance of a dinner party at the National Museum of Nuclear Science & History. With dinner seating for up to 135, or receptions using the entire museum for up to 900, the Museum is the ideal location for your next big event. The Museum boasts the ambiance and resources of a formal venue, with the addition of the atmosphere of science, technology, engineering, history, math, and physics.
- Cocktail receptions in the lobby for 300+
- Seated dinners for up to 135
- Theater-style seating for up to 200
- Classroom meeting space of up to 30
- Over 2,000 square feet of banquet space
- 30,000 square feet of total reception space
Corporate Meetings & Lectures
The National Museum of Nuclear Science & History has state-of-the-art meeting spaces that will make your next meeting memorable. From board meetings to lectures, you can take your partners away from the monotony of the office to the warmth of the Museum. Features of the Museum's meeting rooms include:
- Complete Audio Visual Services
- High-Speed Internet
- 1,000 Square Feet of Flexible Meeting Space
Docent Guided Tours
Offer your guests the opportunity of a cocktail hour, while being guided through the Museum by a trained docent or ambassador. The National Museum of Nuclear Science & History offers the unique experience of having the men and women that developed these technologies serve as your guides. These trained and experienced individuals share their knowledge from working in the nuclear field with our guests.
What Your Fee Covers
- Use of entire Museum or smaller spaces
- Set up, tear down, and clean up of the event
- Tables and chairs provided, as well as cocktail tables
- Black table linens (white upon request only)
- Event advisor or designated museum staff on duty for event
- A/V equipment: PA/microphone, projection from your laptop
What You Are Responsible For
- Site visit to the Museum
- Contractual signature to rent the Museum
- Hire caterer, and bartender (if needed), process liquor permit and fees
- Deposit and final payment before the event
- Pay all vendors directly
Additional Services
- Tent area also available for larger groups
- Extra rentals are the responsibility of the lessee
- Docents/tours
- Security*
- Gift shop open upon request
*Security guards are required for facility rentals at the Museum
For more information, please click the button below to complete a form with more information regarding your event.