The National Geographic Museum of Exploration is coming to Washington, D.C. summer 2026.
The National Geographic Museum of Exploration is a new state-of-the-art, sustainably built destination that illuminates the wonder of our world through innovative technology, immersive displays, iconic photography and more.
Opening in Washington, DC, on June 26, 2026, with event space to host up to 2,000 guests.
Contact us today about planning your next event! Email: eventrentals@ngs.org
Amenities
- Guided tours available
- Private Tour
- ATM
- ADA compliant
- Green/LEED Certified
- Non-Profit Organization
- Sustainability District Member
Accessibility
- Elevator
Additional Information
Total Meeting Space Sq. Ft
0
Largest Capacities
Theatre capacity: 398, Reception capacity: 1600
Distance to Metro
2 Blocks
Distance to Conv Center
1 Miles
Floorplans
Group Maximum
150
Min to Airport
12
Discount
Coupon Discounts, Membership Discounts, Military Discounts, Show Your Badge
Metro Station
Dupont Circle, Farragut North, Farragut West
Parking
Self
Valet
N/A
Metro Line
Blue, Orange, Red
Meeting Space
Dimensions (ft.)
Total Sq. Ft.
Ceiling Height (ft.)
Reception Capacity
Theater Capacity
Banquet Capacity
Classroom Capacity
- Grosvenor Auditorium
- Pavilion
- Courtyard
- Photography Gallery
- Explorers Eatery
- Exhibition Gallery
- Rolex Explorers Landing
- The Terrace
- Learning Launchpad
- Geoverse
- Hubbard Hall
- The Conference Center
- x
- x
- x
- x
- x
- x
- x
- x
- x
- x
- x
- x
- 300
- 350
- 125
- 320
- 125
- 125
- 200
- 100
- 100
- 150
- 398
- 300
- 200
- 200
- 100
- 125
- 60