Museum Of Science

Guest capacity

Up to 300 seated guests

About this venue

Perhaps more than any other occasion, weddings are a reflection of your personality. Offering a matchless riverfront location, the Museum presents a complete range of options for your special day. Choose from an array of unique, interactive indoor venues including the Blue Wing, or opt for the open-air, riverfront Washburn Pavilion.

Seated guest capacity

50-300

Venue type

Beaches, Waterfront Settings
Historic Estates, Mansions
Industrial Spaces
Museums, Galleries
Parks, Gardens
Urban Locations

Venue setting

Covered Outdoor
Indoor
Outdoor

1 Science Park, Boston, MA 02114

Our event spaces

The Washburn Pavilion

Spectacular views of Boston and Cambridge, located on the basin of the Charles River, the Washburn Pavilion is the perfect venue for any occasion.

The historic, covered Washburn Pavilion adjoins a semi-permanent event tent with rolling front panels, parquet floor and wrought-iron chandeliers.

Guest capacity

50-220 Seated

50-300 Standing

Square footage

3,200

Ideal for

Wedding ceremony, Wedding reception, Rehearsal dinner, Wedding shower, Engagement party, Welcome party, Farewell brunch, Couples luncheon, Cocktail hour

Guests often feel this space is

“Surprised and delighted”

Included in this room:

-Private use of the event space -Event Tent -Full power on Pavilion and in Tent

Room cost

Starting at $10,000.00 for the first 150 guests based on 5 hours of usage. $25.00 pp after up to the maximum.

Skyline Room

Amazing views of the City and Skyline

Located on the sixth floor of the Green Wing. This space offering two floor to ceiling windows offering sweeping views of the Charles River, Zakim Bridge and Boston Skyline.

Guest capacity

25-100 Seated

25-150 Standing

Square footage

2,500

Ideal for

Wedding ceremony, Wedding reception, Rehearsal dinner, Wedding shower, Engagement party, Welcome party, After party, Farewell brunch, Cocktail hour

Guests often feel this space is

“Surprised and delighted”

Included in this room:

- Tables and chairs - Dance Floor - iPad or iPod hook up - Full AV

Room cost

Starting at $4,800.00 for the first 100 guests based on 5 hours of usage. $25.00 pp after up to the maximum.

d'Arbeloff Suite

Beautiful views of the Charles River, Boston Skyline and Zakim Bridge.

Natural light streams through the walls of windows on both sides of the suite, which offer incredible views of the Bunker Hill Monument, Zakim Bridge, Esplanade and city of Boston. A private balcony and patio, ideal for evening cocktails, adds an outdoor element that allows for fresh air and spectacular star gazing.

Guest capacity

25-120 Seated

25-159 Standing

Square footage

2,450

Ideal for

Wedding ceremony, Wedding reception, Rehearsal dinner, Wedding shower, Engagement party, Welcome party, After party, Farewell brunch, Cocktail hour

Guests often feel this space is

“Surprised and delighted”

Included in this room:

Tables, chairs, set up and breakdown, dance floor, patio, parking, AV

Room cost

Starting at $4,500.00 for the first 100 guests based on 5 hours of usage. $25.00 pp after up to the maximum.

The Blue Wing

Celebrate your wedding in the largest exhibit hall in the Museum. The Blue Wing is unique and memorable. There is no other venue like it!

This space features three levels. The first floor is perfect for cocktail reception before moving down to the ground floor for dinner and dancing.

Guest capacity

50-300 Seated

50-1000 Standing

Ideal for

Wedding reception, Rehearsal dinner, Cocktail hour, Wedding ceremony

Guests often feel this space is

“Surprised and delighted”

Included in this room:

-Exclusive access to three floors of exhibits -Plenty of power -Restrooms on all floors

Room cost

Starting at $10,000.00 for the first 150 guests based on 5 hours of usage. $25.00 pp after up to the maximum.