Entire Museum
Host a spectacular event by renting the entire Museum — enough space for up to 12,000 guests.
Your event – down to a science
Dine beside a World War II German submarine. Stand inside a 40-foot tornado. Mingle below historic aircraft. As the largest science museum in the Western Hemisphere, and the only remaining structure from the 1893 World’s Columbian Exposition, Griffin MSI is the premier destination for unique, engaging special events – and moments you’ll remember forever. Ready to start planning? Connect with our team today.
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Celebrate surrounded by wonder
From private rooms to full-museum experiences, Griffin MSI offers flexible venues for gatherings of all sizes. Explore a few examples of the types of events you can host at Griffin MSI, or contact us to learn how we can help bring your idea to life.
Make your next gala, awards program, fundraiser or milestone celebration stand out. With dramatic galleries, historic artifacts, and dynamic science environments, Griffin MSI offers a one-of-a-kind setting that inspires connection, conversation and impact. Our team delivers seamless hospitality designed to elevate your organization’s most important moments.
Unforgettable events, extraordinary spaces
Find the perfect space for events big and small. Options range from private rooms to all of the Museum, offering intimate settings, expansive halls and one-of-a-kind exhibit spaces for an event to remember.
Rotunda
Celebrate beneath a stunning 120-ft dome, surrounded by historic artifacts, for up to 3,000 guests.
U-505
Dine beside a legendary WWII submarine in a dramatic two-story space for up to 300 guests.
Henry Crown Space Center
Create a unique event with space-themed experiences along with cocktails, and cuisine for up to 200 guests.
Entry Hall
A flexible space for check-in, cocktail hour, or a dessert reception, welcoming up to 600 guests.
South Portico
Add an outdoor space with lush landscaping and lagoon views for up to 400 guests.
Little Theater
Enhance your event by incorporating the Auditorium or Little Theater for presentations, panels or screenings.
Rosenwald Room
A versatile space for lectures, meetings, receptions, and more – with room for up to 100 guests.
Giant Dome Theater
A five-story wraparound dome for presentations or film screenings, seating 250 guests.
Museum Garden
The Museum Garden offers a stunning backdrop for any event, from intimate team retreats to lively cocktail receptions.
Cuisine
Every event at Griffin MSI is a carefully curated experience, where inspired menus, thoughtful details and seamless service come together to create something truly memorable. Each dish is crafted to spark curiosity and connection, offering flavors and presentations that nourish both body and mind. From intimate gatherings to large-scale experiences, the Museum Kitchen brings people together through food that celebrates partnership, place, and the joy of discovery.
