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National Nordic Museum offers private event space, available to rent for large gatherings and small groups. All venue rentals include an inventory of banquet tables and chairs, an on-site staff member during the event, simple house sound and lighting, and secured Wi-Fi.

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Osberg Great Hall

Clad in hemlock and laced with pendant lights, the Museum's Osberg Great Hall features over 4,200 square feet of acoustically-tuned multipurpose space. Built into the west wall is a 16:9 rear-projection screen with a state-of-the-art sound system. The back of the auditorium is designed with a sliding glass wall running the full length of the eastern elevation and provides a spectacular vista of the Museum's 3,000-square-foot Sun Terrace.

Pricing and Specifications

  • Standing | Seated: 400 | 250
  • Sunday-Wednesday 5pm-12am, Thursday 8pm-12am: $3,500
  • Friday-Saturday 5pm-12am: $6,000
  • Day Rental 10am-4pm: $2,500

Fjord Hall

The Museum is designed around a linear Fjord Hall that weaves together stories of homeland and the Nordic American experience. Over 280 feet long, this space offers a unique experience for guests, including a PA system, dramatic lighting, and one-of-a-kind art object installations.

Rent the Fjord Hall at the National Nordic Museum

Pricing and Specifications

  • Standing | Seated: 375 | N/A
  • Sunday-Wednesday 5pm-12am, Thursday 8pm-12am: $2,500
  • Friday-Saturday 5pm-12am: $3,500

Fisherman's Sun Terrace

The Fisherman's Sun Terrace along the southern elevation of the building provides a modern exterior setting for summer parties and events. The space can accommodate a 40x60-foot tent.

Rent the Fisherman's Sun Terrace at the National Nordic Museum

Pricing and Specifications

  • Standing | Seated: 375 | 160
  • Sunday-Wednesday 5pm-12am, Thursday 8pm-12am: $2,500
  • Friday-Saturday 5pm-12am, : $3,500

Jens & Erna Nielsen Lounge

The Nielsen Lounge on the third floor of the Museum offers guests the chance to host intimate events while enjoying some of the most iconic vistas in Seattle. This room includes a spacious deck overlooking our Fisherman's Sun Terrace with views of the working waterfront and western skyline—a perfect addition to any wedding.

Rent the 3rd floor lounge at the National Nordic Museum

Pricing and Specifications

  • Standing | Seated: 55 | 35
  • Sunday-Wednesday 5pm-12am, Thursday 8pm-12am: $1,250
  • Friday-Saturday 5pm-12am: $1,250
  • Day Rental: Saturday-Sunday only 10am-4pm: $1,250

Spotlights

  • East Garden

    The east garden is a perfect location for intimate outdoor parties to host all your closest friends and family.

    Pricing and Specifications
    • Standing | Seated: 60 | 35
    • Sunday-Saturday 5pm-12am, Thursday 8pm-12am: $1,250
    • Friday-Saturday 5pm-12am: $1,250

  • Studio

    The Museum has a dedicated Studio space for many kinds of classes. A versatile room with direct access to the Fisherman’s Sun Terrace, this space offers unique potential for artists.

    Pricing and Specifications
    • Standing | Seated: 50 | 25
    • Tuesday-Sunday 10am-12am: $100/Hour

  • Meeting Rooms

    The Museum offers two meeting rooms for smaller gatherings, meetings, and classes of many kinds. Simple and elegant Scandinavian furniture offers a variety of room setups, and the classrooms are fully equipped for your conference needs.

    Pricing and Specifications
    • Standing | Seated: 40 | 25
    • Tuesday-Sunday 10am-12am: $100/Hour

  • Library

    Our research library is a great place to find Nordic information and inspiration as well as to hold your discussion group or small lecture.

    Pricing and Specifications
    • Standing | Seated: 50 | 30
    • Tuesday-Sunday 10am-12am: $100/Hour

Venue Information

All venue rentals include an inventory of banquet tables and chairs, on-site staff member during the event, simple house sound and lighting, and secured Wi-Fi. All Friday, Saturday and holiday rentals are subject to minimum rental fees. Event coordination and event staff are available upon request at additional fees. Ask us about accessing the Galleries during your rental.

Extended timing for evening rentals: Osberg Great Hall: before 5pm, $200/hour, after 12am, $750/hour.

  • The National Nordic Museum is located in the thriving Ballard neighborhood of Seattle. Situated on Market Street between the world-famous Hiram M. Chittenden Locks and historic Ballard Avenue, the Museum is approximately a 15-minute drive from downtown, with easy access to Highway 99 and I-5.

  • Reserving the parking lot is available for evening event rentals (5pm–12am). Cost is a $650 rental fee. There is also metered parking on the surrounding streets, and a number of accessible pay lots within a few blocks of the Museum.

  • To ease arrival and departure to your special event, National Nordic Museum staff will work with you to arrange valet parking services.

  • Nearby bus routes include connections to the University District, Queen Anne, Magnolia, Downtown, and the Seattle Center.

  • Exclusive Caterers

    Preferred Vendors

    We are proud to partner with Blue Danube Productions to provide virtual solutions for any event. Though group gatherings are limited, Blue Danube is ready with virtual and live streaming options to give your guests a unique experience from the comfort of their own homes.

Plan Your Event at the National Nordic Museum!

Whether you're planning an intimate gathering or a blowout celebration, the National Nordic Museum's versatile rental spaces will provide a unique and memorable backdrop for your event. Please take a moment to answer a few questions, and our Venue Services team will respond within about 48-hours.

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