Become a Corporate Partner

For more information about Corporate Partner membership and sponsorship opportunities, call (213) 763-3220.

Support Today's Scientists, Inspire Tomorrow's Scientists

When you give to the Museum, you support our scientists' research on the planet's biodiversity. You are also creating tomorrow's scientists. Our teacher resources make each field trip a learning experience, our education outreach brings the science of discovery to schools all over L.A. Learn more >

Behind-the-Scenes Tours

Get special access to the Museum's vast collections on these exclusive tours! 
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Natural History Family of Museums

Our family has three members!

Natural History Museum of Los Angeles County (Exposition Park)

Page Museum at the La Brea Tar Pits (Mid-Wilshire) View more >

William S. Hart Park and Museum (Newhall) View more >

Events and Filming

The Girls Are Back!

The historic Rotunda, with the centerpiece “Three Muses” statue, is one of the Museum’s most elegant and popular spaces. It’s also available again after renovation! Interested in creating an epic, or an epic event? Learn more >

Where "Business as Usual" Isn't

The Natural History Museum is not only one of the most unique event spaces in Los Angeles, but also one of the premiere scientific research and education facilities in the country. Whether you want to treat your best client to a one-of-a-kind dining experience and a private, guided tour of the newest exhibit…or entertain your staff and their families at the annual holiday party, we can help you do it all. 

The spaces available for special events are the Grand Foyer, the African Mammal Hall, the North American Mammal Hall and, beginning August 2010, the Rotunda. They can be used in any number of ways, depending on your guest count and the elements of your party.

Every rental includes:

  • 1-year, Corporate Partner membership to the Natural History Museum Family of Museums (which includes the Natural History Museum of Los Angeles County, the Page Museum at the La Brea Tar Pits and the William S. Hart Park and Museum) and a 20% discount on additional events at any of our museums within the year of the membership;
  • Rental of the event space from 6 pm-11 pm (later times available, see below for pricing);
  • All security, housekeeping, operations and event management staffing;
  • All taxes and service charges
 
Pricing*:

 
0-100 guests
101-250 guests
251-400 guests
401-500 guests
Grand Foyer
 
$8000
$9000
n/a
n/a
Grand Foyer &
1 Mammal Hall
$8500
$9500
$10,000
n/a
Grand Foyer &
2 Mammal Halls
$9500
$10,500
$11,000
$11,500
 
 
 
 
 
Rotunda**
 
$11,000
$11,500
n/a
n/a
Rotunda &
1 Mammal Hall**
$12,000
$12,500
$13,000
n/a
Rotunda &
2 Mammal Halls**
$12,500
$13,000
$13,500
$14,000
 
 
 
 
 
Rotunda &
Grand Foyer**
$12,000
$12,500
n/a
n/a
Rotunda, Grand Foyer & 1 Mammal Hall**         $12,500         $13,000          $13,500           $14,000
Rotunda, Grand Foyer & 2 Mammal Halls**         $13,000         $13,500          $14,000           $14,500
* $2500 of each listed price is tax-deductible
**Reservations available July 1, 2009 for events on/after August 1, 2010
 
The Natural History Museum is closed, and rates do not apply, on the following dates:
 New Year’s Day, Independence Day, Thanksgiving Day, and Christmas Day

 
 
Additional Museum Opportunities:

Invite your guests to explore the vaults and experience one of the most unique gem collections in the country.
$100 + $50/hour
Unique gifts from our Museum Store will help your guests remember the big night! Give us your per person budget and we can help you order party favors for your guests – or, keep it open for your event and let them shop on their own.
$300 minimum
Have a T. rex walk through your cocktail party…or a Triceratops in your wedding party! Amazing, one-of-a-kind dinosaurs can be a part of your event – and make the experience something your guests will never forget.
 $1500 per dinosaur

 
 
Other Fees and Discounts:

 
 
The Museum has a small inventory of tables and chairs to use during your event.
(10) 6’x30” banquet tables = $5 each
(10) 8’x30” banquet tables = $5 each
(25) 60” round tables (seats 8-10) = $5 each
(6) 28” standing cocktail tables = $5 each
(8) 36” convertible cocktail tables = $5 each
(250) whitewood folding chairs = $1 each
(75) natural wood folding chairs = $1 each
(4) custom serpentine tables = $10 each
Want to stay later than 11 pm? Prices vary depending on your final guest count. All events must end by 2 am. 
1-250 guests = $400 / hour
251-400 guests = $500 / hour
401-500 guests = $600 / hour
Parking is available in the lots adjacent to the Natural History Museum. You may choose to pay for your guests parking or arrange to have them pay when they arrive. Valet is permitted.
Hosted / Valet: $15 / car
Self-Pay: $10 / car
Buses, trucks, etc.: $25 each
.
ELIGIBLE DISCOUNTS:
Active Fellow = 20% off
Corporate Partner = 20% off
Early Bird (ends by 9pm) = 10% off