
Field Museum

Field Museum
1400 S Lake Shore Dr, Chicago, IL 60605, USA

- Max Seated
- 1,200
- Max Standing
- 7,500
Average Response Time 12-24 hrs
About Field Museum
Our rooms tell the stories of civilizations. Imagine what they could say about your event. Guests at the Field Museum will discover artifacts from civilizations past, explore almost every corner of the globe, learn about new scientific discoveries, and walk away inspired! No where else can guests dine under the largest dinosaur ever discovered! We unveiled a cast of a 122-foot-long titanosaur in our Stanley Field Hall! The titanosaur is joined by life-size replicas of giant flying reptiles and hanging gardens inspired by plants that lived alongside dinosaurs, like ferns, cycads, and arums. As you enter Stanley Field Hall, you are standing on 300 million year old fossilized limestone. As you look up—the museum’s skylights and solar roof panels contribute to museum conservation efforts to save energy. In nearby Rice Hall, travel to Africa and stand toe-to-paw with the man-eating lions of Tsavo. As home to the world’s largest dinosaur, the Field Museum has plenty of space to host your event safely. Header image courtesy of Kent Drake. Profile image courtesy of © Field Museum, 2019.
Event Spaces 7
1,200 max seated • 7,500 max standing

East Atrium and Pavilion
- 250
- Seated
- 500
- Standing

Outdoor Terraces
- 500
- Seated
- 1,000
- Standing

Stanley Field Hall
- 1,500
- Seated
- 4,500
- Standing

Rice Gallery
- 140
- Seated
- 300
- Standing

Sue Ling Gin Garden
- 40
- Seated
- 60
- Standing

Founders Room
- 100
- Seated
- 125
- Standing

SUE Gallery
- 60
- Seated
- 100
- Standing
Pricing Packages
Field Museum Pricing
- Minimum Spend
- $0
- Est. Cost Per Guest
- $550
Download PDFTaxes and fees not included
Catering included
Beverages not included
Please contact us for rental fees.
Amenities
A/V Equipment
Coat Check
Handicap Accessible
Kosher Kitchen
Media Room
Pet Friendly
Pool
Street Parking
Valet Parking
WiFi
Windows
Dance Floor
Breakout Rooms
Preferred caterers only
In-house suppliers only
FAQs 5
- Does the venue have an approved or preferred vendor list?
- We’ve partnered with premiere Chicago businesses to support you in creating unforgettable events. Choose from our approved vendors for catering, floral, decor, lighting, media, and parking. Our vendors are knowledgeable about the Field Museum space, receive special training on our policies.
- Is the venue handicap accessible?
- Yes.
- What time can my event start and end?
- Events inside the museum may begin anytime after 6:00pm and must end no later than 2:00am. All bars will close at 1:00am at the latest.
- How can I support the Field Museum?
- By renting space with us! You are providing support for all of the invaluable research, education programs, and exhibitions the Field Museum has to offer and we appreciate your support.
- What is the venue capacity?
- In Stanley Field Hall, we can host up to 1,500 for seated dinner and 3,500 for standing reception.
Meet The Team

Special Events
Account ManagerA Field Museum Special Events Account Manager will immediately be assigned to your event upon contracting with the Field Museum. They will work closely with you to ensure that the event proceeds smoothly and efficiently. Your account manager will be present on the day of the event to manage the setup, activities, and breakdown.
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1400 S Lake Shore Dr, Chicago, IL 60605, USA
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