Field Museum 1400 South Lake Shore Drive • Chicago • IL 60605
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Why You'll Love This Place
A Here Comes The Guide Wedding Venue Review
- Unforgettable, elegant, and one-of-a-kind: weddings at this iconic Chicago museum are truly once-in-a-lifetime. Built entirely of Georgia marble, the grand exterior is lined with magnificent Greek ionic columns; inside, you'll find an incredibly diverse collection of event spaces, ranging from the intimate Rice Gallery, lined with dramatic dioramas of the Serengeti, to the sleek East Atrium and Pavilion with its dazzling glass ceiling.
- Encompassing nearly a half-acre, Stanley Field Hall makes a striking impression, combining elegant Neoclassical design with natural history. Here, the soaring, vaulted ceilings are draped with flying pterosaurs, light floods through intricately crafted skylights onto the fossil-filled marble floors, and you can dine beside the city's (literally) biggest attraction: Máximo the Titanosaur. Customize the space by letting the party flow onto the second floor balcony, or out onto the adjacent terraces.
- The North and South Terraces showcase spectacular views of the Loop, the lush campus grounds, and the sparkling waters of Lake Michigan. These al fresco venues are especially magical for golden hour ceremonies and sunset cocktail hours, when the magnificent vistas are cast in buttery light and the breeze gently wafts off the water as you mingle over specialty cocktails that have been custom-crafted for your nuptials. Thoughtfully curated, all-inclusive packages feature locally-sourced catering partners, eco-friendly bar options, and native floral arrangements, making the planning process seamless while supporting the non-profit's focus on sustainability.
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DEALS: What discounts, special offers, or packages are available here?
Now offering elopements! Inquire for details, and let them know Here Comes The Guide sent you!
PRICES: What's this going to cost?
Rental Fee
- $12,000–25,000/event
- Rental fee varies depending on:
- Space reserved
The rental fee includes:
- 6-hour use of the selected event space
- Use of the Northeast Terrace
- Exhibition access
- Security and limited coat check
- Events may start as early as 6pm and end as late as 2am (alcohol service must end at 1am)
East Atrium & Pavilion | $12,000–18,000
Includes use of the Atrium, Pavilion, and access to the "Inside Ancient Egypt" exhibit.Stanley Field Hall | $18,000–25,000
Includes two levels of reception and dining spaces and access to the permanent museum exhibition halls and the North Terrace.
Additional Info
Bar packages range $28–42/person for 4-hour service (different time frames, specialty cocktails, and other upgrades are available).
GUEST COUNT: How many people can we have here? What’s the max capacity?
| Indoors | Outdoors | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Ceremony | Seated | 1000 | 1000 |
| Cocktails, etc. | Standing | 1400 | 1000 |
| Reception | Seated | 1400 | 1000 |
| Meetings | Total meeting capacity for this venue is 1000. | ||
Venue Info & FAQs
OPTIONS: What kinds of events can we have here?
- All-Inclusive
- Outdoor Ceremony
- Ceremony
- Wedding Receptions
- Outdoor Reception
- LGBTQ+ Friendly
- Elopement Packages
- Small Wedding
- Rehearsal Dinner
- Special Events / Parties
- Business Functions / Meetings
- Late Night
POLICIES: What are the food, alcohol, music, and other rules here?
Price
$$ • $$$
Catering
Preferred list
Alcohol
In-house
Amplified Music
Indoors
Outdoors
Wheelchair Access
Wheelchair accessible
Availability
Year-round, daily.
STYLE: What’s the style and overall vibe of this venue?
Buildings & other settings available:
- Historic / Landmark Building
- Museum
- Patio / Deck / Terrace
- Unique
- Non-Profit
- Lake
VIEWS: What kind of views does this place have?
Peep the views you’ll enjoy from this venue!
- Cityscape
- Garden
- Lake
- Landscaped Grounds
- Panoramic
- Park
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