Event Space: Rotunda

All Smithsonian museums in Washington, D.C., including the National Zoo, and in New York City are temporarily closed to support the effort to contain the spread of COVID-19. We are not announcing a re-opening date at this time and will provide updates on a week-to-week basis.

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Smithsonian National Museum of Natural History

The soaring four-story Rotunda, designed in the Beaux-Arts style and featuring Henry, our iconic African Bush Elephant, provides a spectacular setting for standing receptions or seated dinners. Host up to 3,500 guests by expanding your event into our many exhibition halls.

Reception: 400 | Seated: 400

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Guests mingle at a gala reception in the Rotunda.

The Museum rotunda decorated for a donor dinner.

The rotunda transformed with red lighting for a private Outbreak reception

NMNH Rotunda balcony transformed for an event

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