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Boston Children's Museum

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Boston Children's Museum

308 Congress St, Boston, MA 02210, USA

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Max Seated
600
Max Standing
1,500

Average Response Time 12-24 hrs

About Boston Children's Museum

From Unforgettable Weddings to Inspiring Corporate and Social Events — Host Your Next Celebration at One of Boston’s Premier Venues Located in Boston’s vibrant Seaport District, the Boston Children’s Museum offers a truly unique setting for your next event. With breathtaking views of the city skyline and waterfront, this iconic venue spans three floors of interactive exhibit space for your guests to discover and explore. Perched along Fort Point Channel, in the heart of the trendy Seaport, the Museum provides an extraordinary backdrop for events of all kinds—combining intellectual curiosity with culinary sophistication. This 88,000-square-foot venue delivers an eclectic, imaginative twist on event planning, with exclusive catering and event management by MAX Ultimate Food. Raise a toast in the soaring Atrium, where three-story glass walls open up to over 16,000 square feet of outdoor plaza and boardwalk—ideal for summer clambakes, barbecues, or al fresco cocktail receptions. Whether you're planning an intimate celebration or a large-scale event, you can bring your vision to life in a space where imagination thrives. As Boston Children’s Museum’s exclusive catering partner, MAX Ultimate Food brings over two decades of culinary excellence and event expertise. Known as Boston’s premier catering company, MAX takes a hands-on, full-service approach to every event, combining creativity, innovation, and flawless execution. From elegant dinners to bold, elaborate affairs, MAX delivers not just food, but an unforgettable experience. No request is too ambitious—your vision is their mission.

Event Spaces 3

600 max seated • 1,500 max standing

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Featured photo from First Floor Atrium

First Floor Atrium

180
Seated
300
Standing
Event Space
Historic Space
Landmark
Meeting Space
Museum
Venue with Activities

Pricing Packages

  • Museum Sales Kit and Pricing

    Minimum Spend
    $30,000
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    We offer full-service catering, providing you and your guests with top notch service. Your estimate will include food, beverage, staffing, venue pricing, and rentals, leaving you with nothing to worry about but what to wear to the event!

Amenities

  • A/V Equipment

  • Coat Check

  • Handicap Accessible

  • Kosher Kitchen

  • Media Room

  • Pet Friendly

  • Pool

  • Street Parking

  • Valet Parking

  • WiFi

  • Windows

  • Dance Floor

  • Breakout Rooms

In-house caterer only

In-house suppliers only

FAQs 7

How much does it cost to rent the venue?
Plaza $ 2,500 First Floor $ 5,000 First Floor + Plaza $ 7,000 First and Second Floor $ 8,500 Entire Museum $12,500 Entire Museum + Plaza $15,000
What is included in the venue rental cost?
This includes the area you would like to host your event and live exhibits within that area. Fun for all ages!
What is the venue capacity?
Receptions / Seated Atrium 300 / 180 (350 w/bridge overflow) Plaza 200 / 160 (75 w/stanchions up to BW) The Common (2nd Floor). 200 / 170-200 Entire Second Floor 500 / 400 First & Second Floor 800 / 580 Third Floor 500 1st, 2nd, 3rd, & Plaza 1,500
Does the venue have on-site A/V equipment?
Our Common space on the 2nd floor has built-in AV. Our 5th floor Conference room includes AV.
Is the venue handicap accessible?
Yes, our venue is very accessible with a large elevator that stops at all floors.

Meet The Team

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Vanna Muttin

Sales Manager - Passionate About Planning. Inspired by Celebration.

With unwavering love for events, planning, and hosting, I bring creativity and precision to every celebration. At MAX Ultimate Food, we don’t just cater-we curate unforgettable experiences. As the exclusive partner at the iconic Boston Children’s Museum, we specialize in transforming this one-of-a-kind venue into a canvas for your most memorable moments. Whether it’s a sophisticated soirée, a corporate gathering, or a whimsical family celebration, I’m here to ensure every detail is seamless!

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308 Congress St, Boston, MA 02210, USA

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