National Building Museum

About National Building Museum

The National Building Museum hosts private events in the historic Pension Building, whose soaring Great Hall is distinguished by a central fountain and monumental Corinthian columns. The museum lists five historic spaces for events including seated dinners and receptions. The Great Hall can accommodate up to 2,000 guests and has three adjoining courts that can be used individually or together. Other options include the Pension Commissioner’s Suite, the Auditorium, and two member-restricted meeting spaces.

The facts

Guests

6–2,000 guests

Price

From $2,500

Setting

Indoor

Kind of place

Museum

Last updated

November 2026

On the big wedding guides

• Listed on WeddingWire (checked November 2026)
• Listed on Zola (checked November 2026)

How to reach National Building Museum

• Website: nbm.org
• Phone: 202-272-2448 ext. 3107
• Address: 401 F Street NW

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