For the couple searching for a unique wedding venue chock full of history and culture, look no further. Also: dinosaurs! We’ve compiled essential Natural History Museum of Utah wedding info and costs below.
Natural History Museum of Utah Wedding Info
The Natural History Museum of Utah’s breathtaking views and dramatic architecture provide a uniquely elegant and cultural wedding experience.
The Natural History Museum of Utah allows guests the chance to explore museum exhibits during the reception and offers a wide variety of locations within the space for full customization.
The Natural History Museum of Utah hosts weddings year round and offers both indoor and outdoor venues.
Wedding Ceremony Sites and Capacities
The full museum rental includes exclusive evening access to the entire public space. The full museum can accommodate 330 guests for a seated dinner or 400 for a standing event.
The Canyon and Canyon Terrace are the most commonly-used event spaces in the museum. They offer guests sweeping views of the Salt Lake Valley. The Canyon and Canyon Terrace can accommodate 340 guests for a seated dinner and 400 for a standing reception.
Level 5 Sky and Native Voices Galleries offer intimate gathering areas for small ceremonies and receptions. These event spaces can accommodate 60 guests for a ceremony, 80 guests for a seated dinner, and 120 guests for a standing reception.
Native Voices Terrace provides an intimate outdoor ceremony space with a backdrop of the Foothills. Native Voices Terrace can accommodate 60 guests for a seated ceremony.
The Land Terrace offers a scenic, outdoor ceremony space nestled between the foothills and framed by the famous Rio Tinto Center copper. The Land Terrace can accommodate 120 guests for a seated ceremony.
Location
The Natural History Museum of Utah is located 15 minutes from downtown Salt Lake City. It’s less than 30 minutes from the Salt Lake City International Airport.
Weddings per Day
The Natural History Museum of Utah hosts one wedding per day.
Time and Noise Restrictions
Evening events may start as early as 6:30 p.m. with set-up beginning at 5:00 p.m. All events must end by 11 p.m.
Accessibility
All museum entrances are accessible to wheelchairs and strollers. All areas of the museum are accessible by elevator.
Pet Policy
No pets allowed.
Nearby Attractions
Red Butte Garden and This Is The Place Heritage Park are two popular family-friendly attractions nearby. Wedding guests can visit part or all of the museum during cocktail hour.
Natural History Museum of Utah Wedding Cost
- Ceremony costs typically range from $3,000 – $5,000
- Reception costs typically range from $4,000 – $11,500 for a period from 6:30-11 p.m.
- Rehearsal dinner rental fee ranges from $3,000 – $5,000, not including catering.
- Please contact the venue to discuss the variety of floor plans and a customized quote.
Wedding Catering and Lodging
Catering Options
The Natural History Museum of Utah asks that all catering and bartending are handled through a preferred vendor. They can provide an extensive list of preferred catering vendors as well.
If couples wish to hire someone not on the preferred vendor list, there is a fee of $2,000. Wedding cakes are the exception, and couples may hire their vendor of choice.
Lodging (On-site or Nearby)
Lodging is available nearby at the Salt Lake City Marriott University Park or the Hilton Salt Lake City Center.
Booking Bonuses
Guests receive access to two floors of the museum, which includes four separate galleries.
A variety of tables—banquet, cocktail and round—are included with space rental. A riser, podium, and microphone are also available.
Complimentary guest parking is included.
In-house Wedding Planner and Day-of Coordinator
The Natural History Museum of Utah asks that couples hire their own wedding planner.
Natural History Museum of Utah Contact Info
Please reach out to the Natural History Museum of Utah with any additional questions or to book your wedding!
Wedding Contact
Contact Megan Mullineaux at 801-585-9538 or mmullineaux@nhmu.utah.edu.
Physical Address
Natural History Museum of Utah
301 Wakara Way
Salt Lake City, UT 84108
The Natural History Museum of Utah Website
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*Updated on 05/26/22 to showcase information for 2023 weddings
