Party & Function Rentals at Blue Hills

The Blue Hills Trailside Museum has two unique spaces that can be rented for meetings or special events.

2021 Booking Availability

Please note that all facility rentals and birthday packages are sold out for summer 2021. We will re-open the event booking calendar in the fall. To inquire about booking an event, please complete the form linked below.

Booking Request Form >

Auditorium

Mass Audubon Blue Hills Trailside Museum

The spacious auditorium within our handicap-accessible natural history museum overlooks a beautiful pond teaming with wildlife. Groups are welcome to add self-guided museum tours or live animal presentations to their event. Learn More >

Environmental Education Center

Norman Smith Environmental Education Center

Located at the top of scenic Chickatawbut Hill in the Blue Hills Reservation, this private and natural setting offers breathtaking views of Boston and the surrounding area. Groups are welcome to add staff led programs to the itinerary that may include a campfire, live animal presentations, guided nature walks, scout badges, or other natural history programs. Learn More >

Birthday Parties

An owl presentation at Blue Hills Trailside Museum.

If your child enjoys nature, why not celebrate his or her birthday in the Blue Hills? We provide the program and facilities; you provide the birthday decorations and cake. Learn More >