San Diego Natural History Museum
1788 El Prado, San Diego, CA
1,800 Capacity
Selecting SDNHM as your venue for your upcoming event!
The San Diego Natural History Museum is located in beautiful Balboa Park, just minutes from downtown, and offers a unique and memorable venue for any event. Multilevel exhibit and event spaces invite guests to explore galleries that illustrate the science and beauty of nature… all while your guests enjoy an unforgettable evening.
With your support, you directly sponsor our mission “to interpret the natural world through research, education and exhibits; to promote understanding of the evolution and diversity of southern California and the peninsula of Baja California; and to inspire in all a respect for nature and the environment.” Please ask your event manager for a tailor proposal that fits all your event needs.
When selecting the San Diego Natural History Museum for your event, our team is dedicated to provide unlimited site visits, support with day of vendor coordination, and provide custom floor plans to ensure your event is successful from start to finish.
San Diego Natural History Museum
1788 El Prado, San Diego, CA
1,800 Capacity
Selecting SDNHM as your venue for your upcoming event!
The San Diego Natural History Museum is located in beautiful Balboa Park, just minutes from downtown, and offers a unique and memorable venue for any event. Multilevel exhibit and event spaces invite guests to explore galleries that illustrate the science and beauty of nature… all while your guests enjoy an unforgettable evening.
With your support, you directly sponsor our mission “to interpret the natural world through research, education and exhibits; to promote understanding of the evolution and diversity of southern California and the peninsula of Baja California; and to inspire in all a respect for nature and the environment.” Please ask your event manager for a tailor proposal that fits all your event needs.
When selecting the San Diego Natural History Museum for your event, our team is dedicated to provide unlimited site visits, support with day of vendor coordination, and provide custom floor plans to ensure your event is successful from start to finish.
Event Spaces
Charmaine and Maurice Kaplan Theater
Grand Atrium & Mezzanine
Legler Benbough Exhibition Hall
Discovery Room
General Event Space
El Mirador Rooftop Terrace
Exhibition Hall Lobby
General Event Space
Fourth Floor Exterior Deck
General Event Space
Grand Atrium's Mezzanine
J.W. Sefton Boardroom
Roof-top Deck
Sefton Grand Atrium
Additional Info
Neighborhood
Venue Types
Amenities
- ADA/ACA Accessible
- Full Bar/Lounge
- Fully Equipped Kitchen
- Outdoor Function Area
- Outside Catering Allowed
- Waterview
- Wireless Internet/Wi-Fi
Features
- Max Number of People for an Event: 1800
- Total Meeting Room Space (Square Feet): 114,620