General Event Space
| Maximum Capacity: 250
The Rotunda Galleries are just steps away from the centerpiece of the National Archives Museum, the Rotunda for the Charters of Freedom where the original Declaration of Independence, U.S. Constitution and Bill of Rights are permanently displayed. This magnificent and breathtaking space, with 75-foot high vaulted ceilings, is suitable for receptions and seated dinners. The Galleries can accommodate 100 to 200 people for a seated dinner or standing cocktail reception for 250.
Supported Layouts and Capacities
Banquet - 10 per
Capacity: 100 People
Reception
Capacity: 250 People
Theater
Capacity: 200 People
Theater
| Maximum Capacity: 290
The 290-seat, state-of-the-art William G. McGowan Theater is outfitted with pan, tilt, and zoom cameras, studio recording capability, dressing and rehearsal rooms, and set storage. This impressive space is capable of hosting a wide range of programs, including panel discussions, film screenings, and theatrical performances. The McGowan Theater is fully accessible, with an assistive listening system for the hearing-impaired as well as wheelchair-accessible seating. The theater lobby is perfect for pre- and post-program reception
Supported Layouts and Capacities
Seating Capacity
Capacity: 290 People