MUSEUMS & CULTURAL SPACES
CHICAGO, ILLINOIS
OVERVIEW
FIELD MUSEUM
Give your group the opportunity to experience the Field Museum, Chicago’s most dynamic and unique setting. Overlooking beautiful Lake Michigan and Chicago’s breathtaking skyline, the Field Museum is located less than a mile from downtown Chicago. The Field Museum can accommodate special events with less than 50 guests in our intimate galleries and large events for more than 15,000 guests in a variety of event areas, including our outdoor terraces overlooking the city and lake.
VENUE INFO
Location
1400 S Lake Shore Drive
Chicago, IL
60605
Accessibility & Parking
Closest Airport: Chicago Midway
Car
Bus
Train
Subway/Metro
Valet Parking (Paid)
Nearby Parking Structure(s) (Paid)
Support
Business Hours
Email
Phone
Dedicated Event Manager
Languages
English
Spanish
Event Spaces
8 Event Spaces
Outdoor Terraces Can be Tented for Larger Events
Capacity*
Reception Max: 15,000 attendees
Reception Min: 5 attendees
Seated Max: 2,500 attendees
Seated Min: 5 attendees
Event Types
Awards Ceremonies
Benefits
Cocktail/Networking Receptions
Conferences
Livestream Events
Meetings
Premieres/Opening Events
Product Launches/Promo Events
Executive/Corporate Retreats
Seminars/Workshops
Training/Team Building
Wedding/Social Events
ROOMS & CAPACITIES
Title | Event Space | Max. Reception | Max. Seated | Total Square Feet |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Sue Ling Ging Garden | 60 | 40 | ||
SUE Gallery | 100 | 60 | ||
James Simpson Theatre | 700 | 11,851 | ||
Stanley Field Hall | 7,500 | 1,500 | 21,000 | |
East Atrium | 500 | 350 | 5,000 | |
Rice Gallery | 300 | 140 | 3,000 | |
Founders Room | 125 | 100 | 1,200 | |
Terraces | 1,650 | 400 | 5,000 |
Capacities subject to change due to COVID restrictions and regulations.
AMENITIES
AV & Lighting
Exclusive AV & Lighting Partner: Frost Chicago
Catering
In-House Liquor License
3 Approved Caterers
Design & Decor
Branding Opportunities
Art Collection/Special Exhibit/Installation
4 Approved Floral & Decor Partners
Planning & Production
Dedicated Event Manager
Security
Housekeeping
Electrician
Support Staff
Venue
ADA Compliant
Balcony
Garden
Green Room/Speaker Ready Room
Meeting Rooms
Patio
Storage/Back of House Operations
Water Views
Men's Bathrooms
Women's Bathrooms
Unisex Bathrooms
Other
Full Venue Buyout
WiFi (Free)
Latest Event End: 2:00 am
SAFETY & SECURITY
COVID-19 Prevention
Sanitation Stations
Individually Packaged F&B
Socially Distant Floor Plans
Onsite First-Aid
Staff Temperature Screened
City of Chicago and State of Illinois Guidelines
Security
In-House Security Team
Full Video Surveillance System
Additional Security Vendor
Floor Plans Approved by Chicago Fire Department
INDUSTRY & AWARDS
Preferred Partners
Blue Plate Catering
Field to Table Catering
Food For Thought Catering
Flower Firm
HMR Designs
Kehoe Designs
Yanni Design Studio
Frost Chicago
Hall’s Rentals
LEED Certification
LEED Certified
Accreditation
GBAC STAR Accredited
bizba.sh/fieldmuseum | events@fieldmuseum.org | (312) 665-7600
1400 S LAKE SHORE DRIVE | CHICAGO, IL 60605