A Delaware Museum Wedding Venue Where Dinosaurs Make the Guest List

Some wedding venues have grand staircases. Others have dinosaurs. The Delaware Museum of Nature & Science in Wilmington, New Castle County, makes a pretty convincing case for the latter.

Located along Kennett Pike in the Brandywine Valley, this unique Delaware wedding venue invites couples to celebrate among fascinating exhibits, immersive ecosystems, and spaces that make a traditional reception feel a little less traditional. Following an extensive renovation, the museum offers refreshed galleries, contemporary event spaces, and outdoor surroundings for couples who want their wedding to be memorable for reasons beyond the cake.

Imagine exchanging vows in a bucolic meadow, enjoying cocktails while exploring the natural world, or hosting a reception surrounded by prehistoric discoveries. Guests can wander through exhibits highlighting Delaware's ecosystems, travel through environments from tropical rainforests to the Arctic, and discover that a museum wedding comes with some seriously good conversation starters.

Event Spaces & Capacity

• Ederic Exhibition Hall: The museum's largest event space accommodates up to 150 guests for a seated dinner with dancing or 200 in theater-style seating. Available as an add-on on select weekends.

• Museum galleries: Immersive exhibits create distinctive settings for wedding celebrations and guest experiences.

• Outdoor meadow: A natural setting for wedding ceremonies surrounded by the museum's grounds.

• Indoor and outdoor options: Couples can plan formal seated dinners, cocktail-style receptions, and outdoor celebrations.

• Private event hours: Wedding rentals are available after the museum closes at 4 p.m.

Why Couples Love the Delaware Museum of Nature & Science

• A wedding venue where guests can celebrate among dinosaur exhibits and natural history displays.

• Newly renovated galleries and contemporary public spaces.

  The museum is perfect for couples who look for opportunities to incorporate live animal or bird presentations into the celebration.

• Indoor and outdoor settings for different wedding styles.

• A selection of preferred caterers, including Brandywine Catering, Jamestown Catering, Prime Hospitality Catering, Sovana Hospitality Services, and Toscana Catering.

• A convenient Wilmington location in the scenic Brandywine Valley.

• An experience that gives guests something to talk about long after the reception.

Plan Your Wedding at the Delaware Museum of Nature & Science

If your idea of a memorable wedding includes a little discovery, a lot of personality, and possibly a dinosaur making an appearance in your wedding photos, this museum deserves a closer look.

Request information to explore the event spaces, discuss your guest count, and discover how the Delaware Museum of Nature & Science can bring something wonderfully unexpected to your celebration.