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
Charmaine and Maurice Kaplan Theater
General Event Space
300 Capacity
Grand Atrium & Mezzanine
Grand Atrium & Mezzanine
General Event Space
800 Capacity
Legler Benbough Exhibition Hall
Legler Benbough Exhibition Hall
Exhibit Hall
700 Capacity
Discovery Room
Discovery Room
General Event Space
El Mirador Rooftop Terrace
El Mirador Rooftop Terrace
Outdoor Venue
200 Capacity
Exhibition Hall Lobby
Exhibition Hall Lobby
General Event Space
Fourth Floor Exterior Deck
Fourth Floor Exterior Deck
General Event Space
Grand Atrium's Mezzanine
Grand Atrium's Mezzanine
General Event Space
500 Capacity
J.W. Sefton Boardroom
J.W. Sefton Boardroom
General Event Space
40 Capacity
Roof-top Deck
Roof-top Deck
General Event Space
200 Capacity
Sefton Grand Atrium
Sefton Grand Atrium
General Event Space
500 Capacity

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