Rent the Museum

Special Exhibits Gallery is available to rent through January 10!

On display in the Exhibit Gallery is Journey Through the Arctic Refuge. Enjoy the beautiful photography of this exhibit during your event. This large open room will accommodate 400 guests and is available for rent through January 10.

Rent the Museum

Looking for a memorable place to host a meeting, corporate party or other special occasion?

Museum at Night Imagine conversing among dinosaurs and mingling amid live butterflies as you enjoy a special evening at the largest natural science museum in the Southeast. Your guests will enjoy relaxing among the Museum’s spectacular exhibits, which include a dramatic two-story waterfall, a scenic mountain cove, a variety of live animals, fascinating whale skeletons and impressive dinosaurs. With a variety of spaces available at the Museum, rental clients can host evening events for up to 1,450 guests.

Space options include:

Coastal North Carolina — Look in on live sea creatures native to North Carolina’s coastal habitats, from salt marshes to the depths of the Atlantic. The Museum’s amazing whale skeletons soar overhead in a stunning three-story atrium.
North Carolina’s Natural Treasures — Socialize amid a backdrop of Venus flytraps, tiger beetles, giant fossil shark teeth and colorful songbirds.
Auditorium — View presentations via projector, video or high-definition broadcast system in this state-of-the-art digital theatre.
Mountains to the Sea — Explore the natural habitats of North Carolina, from a scenic mountain cove to a bottomland forest. This two-story exhibit features native plants, live animals and a 20-foot mountain waterfall.
Terror of the South — Relax under this exhibit’s breathtaking glass dome with dramatic two-tier lighting and enjoy spectacular views of the city of Raleigh.
Acro Café — Dine beneath the stars and against the ever-changing backdrop of the Living Conservatory, which is filled with live butterflies and tropical plants.
Executive Board Room and Bicentennial Terrace — The wall of windows in this elegant top-floor space offer views of the capitol city’s twinkling lights. Step out on Bicentennial Terrace to overlook the State Legislative Building and State Capitol. Fantastic for corporate breakfasts, daytime meetings or evening occasions.
Level A Meeting Room — Perfect for classes, meetings and seminars, this space is available during Museum hours only. An adjacent kitchen is available for meal or refreshment preparation.

For rental details, please consult the following:

By choosing one or more of the Museum’s one-of-a-kind spaces, you not only select a unique and beautiful location for your special event, you also help support important exhibits, research and educational programs.

For more information or to schedule a site visit, please contact Stephanie Hollomon, Museum rental coordinator, at stephanie.hollomon@ncdenr.gov or 919.733.7450 x315.