Nature Museum
The Peggy Notebaert Nature Museum, located in ChicagoÕs Lincoln Park, is a versatile venue ideal for hosting a variety of events including corporate meetings, weddings, birthday parties, and more. The museum offers unique event spaces that provide a blend of natural beauty and urban charm, with settings that include prairies, city skyline views, and the Judy Istock Butterfly Haven.
Full Venue
1500 Guests
Spectacular events are second nature to us! Whether you are planning a business meeting, a corporate dinner, or a birthday party, your event will be magnificent at the peggy notebaert nature museum. The museum's event spaces are unique and versatile with floor-to-ceiling windows, stunning and lush natural prairies and picture perfect city skyline views. Guests are invited to exclusively explore the museum, including the enchanting Judy Istock Butterfly Haven featuring more than 1,000 beautiful and exotic butterflies. Located conveniently just north of downtown chicago, the museum is nestled between lake michigan and the tranquil north pond.
South Gallery
250 Guests
The South Gallery is a versatile event space that can accommodate a variety of setups, making it ideal for different types of events. The maximum capacity is 250 guests, but if you include a dance floor, the space comfortably holds up to 200 guests.
Supported Layouts and Capacities:
Banquet (10 per table): Capacity for 200 guests
Banquet (8 per table): Capacity for 250 guests
Reception: Capacity for 250 guests
Theater style: Capacity for 250 guests
With its spacious design and flexible layout options, this venue is perfect for weddings, corporate events, or large gatherings.
Indoor Museum
200 Guests
"The Indoor Museum is a spacious venue that can host up to 800 guests, making it an excellent choice for large-scale events such as galas, corporate functions, or exhibitions.
Supported Layouts and Capacities:
Reception: Capacity for 800 guests
This venue's large capacity and open layout provide a flexible and grand setting for significant gatherings."
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