Cleveland Museum of Natural History

Cleveland Museum of Natural History is a museum wedding venue located in Cleveland, Ohio that offers both indoor and uncovered outdoor settings. This museum was first founded in 1920 in the spirit of the gentlemen who had a passion for the natural sciences. Today, this museum is considered to be one of the finest institutions of its kind in North America.

Facilities and Capacity

Please note that during continued construction on our Transformation Project, private events and weddings will still take place. As some galleries close for renovations, other newly-remodeled spaces open up. Please contact us regarding availability, galleries and pricing.

This historical museum and wedding venue offers nine different event spaces and rooms for receptions, engagement parties, and/or rehearsal dinners. The variety of galleries and collections, including the Wade Gallery of Gems and Jewels, and the Perkins Wildlife Center & Woods Garden, provide a great backdrop for your special day. To create a truly unique experience, you can consider adding a private planetarium show for your guests or even invite some native Ohio animals to the cocktail reception. This will truly be a night of unforgettable experiences, fully customized to what you want on your special day. The venue can accommodate anywhere from 10-250 guests.

Services Offered

This venue offers a variety of event, catering, and bar services for each couple and their guests. Create your dream event at this venue by throwing a party in a setting that is truly one-of-a-kind. Services include:

• Tables
• Chairs
• Housekeeping staff
• Security staffing
• On-site event coordinator
• Cleanup
• Setup
• Event planning
• Server(s)
• Audio equipment
• Lighting
• WiFi

Cuisine

We currently have a list of preferred caterers that you may contract with for catering service.