Cleveland Museum of Natural History
Wedding venue in Cleveland, Ohio





About Cleveland Museum of Natural History
The Cleveland Museum of Natural History offers a distinctive wedding and event venue set within its reimagined galleries and exhibits. The primary event space is the Visitor Hall, a 14,650-square-foot hall featuring iconic specimens and floor-to-ceiling windows overlooking the Thelma and Kent H. Smith Environmental Courtyard, which can host outdoor cocktail receptions or ceremonies. Additional spaces include the 440-seat Murch Auditorium for meetings and performances, the Nathan and Fannye Shafran Planetarium for intimate dinners under the stars, and the Ralph Perkins II Wildlife Center & Woods Garden, an outdoor wildlife exhibit with walkways perfect for pre-function receptions. The venue can accommodate events of 10 to 1,000 guests. Catering is provided exclusively by Levy Hospitality Group, offering customizable menus and full-service bar options. The Museum provides tables, chairs, housekeeping, security, and an event manager. Parking is available in the on-site garage with self-pay or arranged valet services. The Museum does not offer on-site overnight accommodation.
The facts
- Guests
- 10–1,000 guests
- Price
- From $15,000
- Kind of place
- Museum
- Last updated
- October 2026
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On the big wedding guides
- Listed on WeddingWire (checked October 2026)
- Listed on Zola (checked October 2026)
How to reach Cleveland Museum of Natural History
- Website: cmnh.org
- Phone: (216) 231-4600
- Address: 1 Wade Oval Drive, Cleveland, OH 44106
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