Rent our space

Make your next event historic

From intimate gatherings to corporate retreats, the Museum of Idaho is a unique venue for your next event.

Maeck Education Center — East room

Great for presentations and events up to 90 people

Capacity: 

  • banquet style: up to 10 tables (5′ round, 8 seats) = 80 people
  • classroom style: up to 12 tables (6’x2′ rectangular, 3-4 seats) = 36-48 people, depending on configuration
  • cocktail party style: up to 9 cocktail tables = 90 people
  • theater style: up to 90 chairs

Amenities:

  • projector, sound system, Apple TV, podium, sink, counter space, direct access to preparation area, direct access to Way Out West exhibit hall

Rates:

  • Mon-Fri: $150/hr (10am – 6pm), $225/hr (outside hours)
  • Sat-Sun: $225/hr (10am – 6pm), $300/hr (outside hours)
  • Two-hour minimum
  • Add $12/person for exhibit access during business hours
  • Nonprofit discounts available

Maeck Education Center — West room

Great for small meetings or birthday parties up to 30 people

Capacity: 

  • banquet style: up to 4 tables (5′ round, 8 seats) = 32 people
  • classroom style: up to 6 tables (6’x2′ rectangular, 3-4 seats) = 18-24 people, depending on configuration
  • cocktail party style: up to 7 cocktail tables = 32 people
  • theater style: up to 32 chairs

Amenities:

  • projector, whiteboard, sound system, Apple TV, couch, two armchairs, direct access to street, direct access to Discovery Room

Rates:

  • Mon-Fri: $50/hr (10am – 6pm), $75/hr (outside hours)
  • Sat-Sun: $75/hr (10am – 6pm), $100/hr (outside hours)
  • Two-hour minimum
  • Add $12/person for exhibit access during business hours
  • Nonprofit discounts available

Rent the entire museum

For an unforgettable after-hours event for 2 or 200 people (or more)

Capacity: 

  • Includes exhibit galleries, Maeck Education Center (East and West), and additional rooms.

Amenities:

  • All Maeck Education Center amenities + ability to set up tables, chairs, sound system, podium, stage, etc. in exhibit galleries (some restrictions apply)

Rates:

  • base rates:
    • up to 90 people: $1980
    • up to 150 people: $2992
    • up to 210 people: $3910
    • more than 210 people: contact Hailey (208-522-1400 ext. 3017 or email)
  • Events may begin at 6:30pm (Mon-Sat) or 5:30pm (Sun) or later
  • Additional costs may apply for events with 210+ people, that last more than two hours, and/or that require additional MOI staff.
  • Nonprofit discounts available

Birthday parties

Have your birthday party at MOI! Birthday parties can be booked for up to 30 people.

Fridays and Saturdays between 10am and 2pm, subject to availability.

Cost: $215

What’s included: Your party includes two hours in a private room with direct access to the Marie Putnam Discovery Room, a 15-to-20-minute educational activity provided by MOI staff, and access for 10 guests to all exhibits. (Additional guests will be charged regular admission rates.)

Please contact Kierra at 208-522-1400 ext. 3017 or email to discuss options and book your party.

Corporate partnerships

Free or discounted space rental is one of the perks of becoming an MOI corporate partner.

Book now

Please contact Kierra at 208.522.1400 ext. 3017 or email to get started.

Space is subject to availability and must be booked at least two weeks in advance. 

Don't need a room?

Check options for school field trips and tour groups that don’t require rental space.

Group visits

Parking

Free parking, including general, ADA, and bus parking, is available.

Accessibility

MOI is committed to providing a quality experience for all of our guests. All public spaces in MOI are ADA accessible.