National Nordic Museum


Raw space venue

The venue will provide just the space. You’ll bring in your own caterer and vendors.

Full wedding (ceremony and reception) pricing

Starting at $1,250

Guest capacity

Up to 400 seated guests


About this venue

The National Nordic Museum's event spaces are a testament to the Nordic love of nature and community. From the modern Fjord Hall that is designed to evoke its namesake, to the cathedral-like Osberg Hall, and our gorgeous outdoor areas, the Museum can host a wide range of wedding sizes and budgets. Whether you're looking for an intimate gathering of your closest family and and friends, or a 200-plus person celebration, our Venue Services team will be there to support you and make your vision a reality!


Our event spaces

Osberg Great Hall

Seattle’s serene hideaway—rooted in Nordic nature.

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.

Guest capacity

Up to 232 Seated

Up to 400 Standing

Square footage

4,238

Ideal for

Wedding ceremony, Wedding reception, Rehearsal dinner, Engagement party, Welcome party, After party, Farewell brunch, Other, Cocktail hour

Guests often feel this space is

“Surprised and delighted”

Room cost

Starting from $2,500 for a day rental

Fjord Hall

A space carved by light, inspired by fjords.

A stunning example of modern architecture, Fjord Hall evokes the grandeur of the breathtaking natural structures for which it is named. Light-filled and featuring complementary art pieces to enhance its features, Fjord Hall is a truly unique venue option for a range of events.

Guest capacity

Up to 64 Seated

Up to 200 Standing

Square footage

3,500

Ideal for

Wedding ceremony, Engagement party, Welcome party, After party, Cocktail hour

Guests often feel this space is

“Surprised and delighted”

Fisherman’s Sun Terrace

A slice of Nordic summer under Seattle skies.

The spacious Fisherman’s Sun Terrace is the perfect blank-slate for summertime events. Featuring bistro lighting and etched with our own mini labyrinth, the Sun Terrace works well as a stand-alone rental or as patio space for an event in Osberg Great Hall. Photo credits: Cameron Zegers, Captured by Candace, Sarah Anne Thompson.

Guest capacity

Up to 120 Seated

Up to 300 Standing

Square footage

3,000

Ideal for

Wedding ceremony, Engagement party, Welcome party, After party, Cocktail hour

Guests often feel this space is

“Relaxed”

East Garden

A hidden gem for summer gatherings.

A garden oasis tucked in the middle of bustling Ballard, the East Garden is a unique outdoor venue space for small to medium gatherings. Featuring a variety of plants from the Nordic countries and select artifacts, the East Garden’s hardscape terrace is the ideal location for summer gatherings of any type.

Guest capacity

Up to 60 Seated

Up to 140 Standing

Square footage

1,480

Ideal for

Wedding ceremony, Elopement, Wedding shower, Engagement party, Welcome party, After party, Farewell brunch, Cocktail hour

Guests often feel this space is

“Relaxed”

Room cost

Starting from $1,250

Osberg Great Hall

Seattle’s serene hideaway—rooted in Nordic nature.

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.

Guest capacity

Up to 232 Seated

Up to 400 Standing

Square footage

4,238

Ideal for

Wedding ceremony, Wedding reception, Rehearsal dinner, Engagement party, Welcome party, After party, Farewell brunch, Other, Cocktail hour

Guests often feel this space is

“Surprised and delighted”

Room cost

Starting from $2,500 for a day rental


Available services that can be provided by National Nordic Museum

Services & amenities

  • Dance floor
  • Dressing room / Bridal Suite
  • Lighting/Sound
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Wifi

Transportation & access

  • Self parking - paid
  • Wheelchair accessible

Rentals

  • Sound / AV
  • Standard Chairs

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