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"Peacock with Hollyhocks and Morning Glories" Tiffany window in the Cascade Room at the Burke Museum. Photo: Richard Brown Photography
"Peacock with Hollyhocks and Morning Glories" Tiffany window in the Cascade Room at the Burke Museum. Photo: Richard Brown Photography

Located on the University of Washington’s Seattle campus, the Burke Museum of Natural History and Culture offers a unique location for your private event. The Burke is a multifunction venue, perfect for hosting all types of gatherings, from intimate dinners to 500-person holiday parties. The beautiful building features soaring ceilings, Tiffany windows, and three floors of galleries showcasing scientific and cultural items from around the world. 

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grand atrium

Grand Atrium

– Seating at round tables for 50

– Standing reception for 100

cascade room

Cascade Room

– Seating at round tables for 100

– Standing reception for 150

special exhibits gallery

Special Exhibit Gallery

– Seating at round tables for 150

– Theater-style seating for 150

– Standing reception for 200

Please note: The Special Exhibit Gallery has limited availability based on our special exhibit calendar.

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Your event supports the Burke

Revenue from private events supports ongoing programming and exhibits, and helps the Burke protect the collections and information we hold for future generations — thank you!

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Photo: Tara Brown Photography
Photo: Tara Brown Photography