Smithsonian National Postal Museum
EST. PRIOR TO 1993
2 Massachusetts Avenue Northeast, Washington, DC, United States

Smithsonian National Postal Museum
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The Smithsonian’s National Postal Museum is devoted to the colorful and engaging history of the nation’s mail service.
Just steps away from Capitol Hill, the National Mall, and many downtown hotels, the National Postal Museum is the ideal location in Washington, D.C. to entertain.
The Lowdown
Type
Museum
Views
Cityscape
Style
Classic
Elegant
Best type of Celebrations

Venue Setting

The Smithsonian’s National Postal Museum is devoted to the colorful and engaging history of the nation’s mail service and showcases the largest and most comprehensive collection of stamps and philatelic material in the world. Located adjacent to Union Station, the museum offers ease of arrival and departure for guests via cab service, metro, or bus line. Just steps away from Capitol Hill, the National Mall, and many downtown hotels, the National Postal Museum is the ideal location in Washington, D.C. to entertain.

The National Postal Museum provides an exceptional setting, which boasts:

More than 30,000 square feet of exhibit spaces for your guests to explore, including the world's largest philatelic gallery
Outside terrace featuring the Windows Into America installation
Space to accommodate 20 to 900 guests
Beautiful and historic beaux arts style building
Ease of arrival and departure for guests via Union Station, cab service or bus line
State-of-the-art video walls in the Historic Lobby
Docents, volunteer gallery interpreters trained by the National Postal Museum, enrich events by providing tours or answering questions about exhibit concepts. This complimentary amenity enhances any special event.

Capacity

Seated
275
Buffet
N/A
Standing
900
Fees
(Prices listed here are estimates only & are subject to change)
Price range

Does this include catering fees?

No

Additional charges

In addition to the donation rate to rent the space, we estimate $1,000-$2,000 to cover direct costs (security, facilities, etc.)

Insurance

Additional Insurance Is Required To Host An Event At This Venue

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Event Logistics and Amenities
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Celebrations hosted here since
1993
Curfew
12 AM
Venue spaces
Indoor & Outdoor Venue Spaces Available
Catering
Client Can Select The Caterer Of Their Choice
Alcohol
Licensed Server Is Required
Music
Indoors & Outdoors
Smoking
Non-smoking Venue
Amenities
  • Street Parking
  • Wifi
  • Onsite Restrooms
  • Other amenities: Gallery Access

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