The National Geographic Dining Hall
Photograph by National Geographic Photo Studio
Photograph by National Geographic Photo Studio
Elegant and airy, with floor-to-ceiling windows framing our landscaped courtyard, the dining hall provides an inviting setting for black-tie or casual affairs. Space accommodations are as flexible as your menu and decor options. Formal seating and cocktail-and-hors d’oeuvre receptions are available for up to 400 seated guests. For more intimate gatherings, the hall can be divided into smaller spaces. During Washington’s warmer months, your guests are free to enjoy refreshments on the hall’s private terrace.
Capacity
400 people (seated dinner)
500 people (standing reception)
Size
6,800 square feet (632 square meters), with 13-foot (4-meter) ceilings
Audiovisual Equipment on Site
*Lectern with microphone, audio system for background music (audio and video recording by arrangement, at additional fees)
*Dance floor and stage available, at additional fees
Hours of Availability
Monday-Friday, 6:00–10:30 p.m. ET
(Not available December 15-January 15)
Fee: U.S. $5,000
Contact Information
For more information, contact Special Events Manager at ngsspecialevents [at] ngs.org or +1 202 857 5828.
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