Rent the museum
Experience an all new location for your gathering
The Delaware Museum of Nature and Science reopened in May 2022 after an extensive renovation project. Formerly the Delaware Museum of Natural History, the museum is a unique, fun, and social location for your wedding, other special events, or business meetings.
Scheduling a child’s birthday party?
What’s new?
Everything! From new exhibits and refreshed public spaces to four preferred caterers offering an array of sumptuous menus, the Delaware Museum of Nature and Science offers truly unique options. Where else can you dine amongst dinosaurs, dance across Delaware, and have live animals entertain your guests, all in one location?
Get in touch
Planning a bar or bat mitzvah, 50th anniversary party, wedding, corporate event or business gathering? Contact our rental staff for more information and a tour.
Catering Options
Our preferred caterers offer a variety of options.
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Celebrate your wedding in a bucolic meadow, exploring Earth’s ecosystems, or among the dinosaurs
Whether your wedding includes a formal seated dinner, casual cocktail reception, or anywhere in between, the museum has a variety of options indoors and outside.
Rentals for weddings or other private parties are available after the museum closes at 4:30 p.m. Rental time must include time for set-up and breakdown.
Price: $3,250
- Reception only price: $2,750
- Additional $500 for use of Ederic Exhibition Hall
- 5 percent discount for premium level members
Add-ons
Ederic Exhibition Hall
Our largest event area; an add-on to rental packages. Available through spring 2023, as well as select weekends when not used for a special exhibit. Seats 150 for seated dinner with dance floor, 200 in theater-style.
Price: $500
Live Bird Presentations
Offer your guests a unique up-close experience with free flight birds from around the world. Perfect for any special or corporate event. Program presented by Animal Behavior & Conservation Connections staff.
Price: Available upon request, depends on specific options selected.
Live Animal Presentations
Some of the museum’s animal ambassadors (along with their human presenter) can help host your event! Must be added no later than 2 weeks prior to the event.
Price: $100 per hour/per presentor
GET IN TOUCH
Start planning your special event today
Contact Rentals Coordinator Heather Hayter for availability, a quote, or with questions: rentals@delmns.org or 302-658-9111 ext. 304.
A signed contract and deposit must be received to reserve a date and time.
