The San Diego Natural History Museum is located in beautiful Balboa Park, just minutes from downtown, and offers a unique and memorable venue for any event. It is the ideal location for private corporate and non-profit events, weddings, proms, film screenings, meetings and more. Multi-level exhibition and event spaces allow you and your guests to explore galleries that bring the natural world to life while enjoying an unforgettable evening. Whether you are hosting a seated dinner for 100 or a reception-style party for 1,800, we will transform the Museum to meet your event vision.
The Nat is a nonprofit organization dedicated to interpreting the natural world through research, education, and exhibits. When you book your event at The Nat, you help support our mission of inspiring in all a respect for nature and the environment.
If you have questions, would like to book an event, or would like to obtain an event planning guide which includes detailed information on our venue. Complete our contact form, or email events@sdnhm.org.
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1788 El Prado Balboa Park
San Diego, CA 92101
(619) 232-3821
Toll-Free: (877) 946-7797
customerservice@sdnhm.org
Monday-Thursday: 10 AM–7 PM
Friday: 10 AM–10 PM
Saturday-Sunday: 10 AM–5 PM
Closed Thanksgiving Day and Christmas Day.
Seasonal hours subject to change
please check website for updates.
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