The National Museum of Funeral History celebrates its 25th Anniversary all year long. You can celebrate your events at the Museum too. It offers a truly unique atmosphere for hosting events. Just imagine celebrating your event in the Museum’s 30,500-square-foot exhibit space and its 10,000-square-foot dining, kitchen and private meeting space that can accommodate everything from small gatherings to fully-catered events for hundreds of guests.

•     Recognize the Superheroes in your life or organization with a Batman themed celebration. Whether your superhero is a member of your family, the top sales person in your organization or someone in your community that you admire, the Museum’s new exhibit offers a unique opportunity. The Museum is proud to present a new exhibit, A Tribute to George Barris. George Barris, known throughout the world as the ‘original’ King of Kustomizers, created iconic automobiles including the original 1966 Batmobile. The Batmobile, auctioned in 2013, two years before his death, fetched $4.6 million. Through the end of the year, the Museum will display a replica of the 1966 Batmobile and replica of the casket in which Barris was buried. A memorial folder from his funeral will also be displayed along with other personal memorabilia.

•     Celebrate Birthday Parties – especially Over-The-Hill parties. Whether it is a Batman themed birthday party or an over-the-hill party, the Museum offers a truly unique atmosphere for hosting events with its extensive collection of historic hearses and unique caskets that are sure to inspire spirited conversations during a cocktail hour. Be sure to inquire about opportunities to take selfies in the replica of the 1966 Batmobile.

•     The Museum frequently hosts Memorial Services, Corporate events – team building, meetings and receptions. For business events, take advantage of the Museum’s 100-seat auditorium, private boardroom and classrooms. On-site parking includes 150 standard spaces, seven van accessible handicapped spaces and bus parking in our well-lit lot. There’s also a delivery garage, which accommodates vehicles up to 20-feet-high for convenient load-in/load-out.

•     The perfect venue for Halloween parties. If you would like to book your Halloween party at the Museum, it is time to start planning now. The Museum is always in demand for parties in October.

  For Museum rental rates and policies go to www.nmfh.org and click on Rent the Museum, call Lucy Gonzalez at 281-876-3063 or email contact@nmfh.org

  You have the opportunity to leave your mark as a financial contributor to a new exhibit. The Cremation Association of North America (CANA) and the National Museum of Funeral History have teamed up to bring to the museum the first ever History of Cremation Exhibit,” which is set to open in Fall 2018.

  Documenting the birth and growth of cremation in North America and promoting enduring themes of memorialization, this unique exhibit will feature artifacts donated by Jason Engler, Cremation Historian of CANA, its members, funeral professionals and items from the Museum's collection. Videos and interactive components will engage visitors in learning about cremation through the ages and how the individuals would like to be memorialized.

  Plans for the new exhibit include the creation of a Donor Niche Wall, graciously provided by Carrier Mausoleum Co.

  The Museum’s Donor Niche Wall provides a visual opportunity for the industry to support the exhibit by sponsoring a niche on the wall, which will house a uniquely designed urn with the company’s name engraved on it in recognition as a financial supporter of the exhibit. A company may choose to place an urn of their own (upon approval of the museum) if they create urns within their own company.

  Niche level contributions range from $1,500 - $5,000, depending on the size and location of the niche wall space, and can be personalized with promotional items and photographs.  Smaller contributions are available. Please inquire with the museum for additional information.

  Another way for industry professionals to support the new cremation exhibit is by donating or loaning the Museum any artifacts, photographs, or other items that help tell the story of the history of cremation.

  If you have an item you would like to donate, please email the museum photos along with a brief description of the item, including any known details of the item’s history, origin and significance, such as year made, presence at historical events, materials involved, previous owners, locations used, years in use, years in storage, etc.

  For more information, or to make a donation to the niche wall or to donate an artifact, go to http://nmfh.org/assets/img/images/exhibits/Donor-Niche-Wall.pdf. The National Museum of Funeral History is a 501(c)(3) and the value of your donation is tax deductible.

  Looking for a unique gift?  Visit the Museum’s online gift shop for a variety of gifts, including our limited edition 25th Anniversary items and one-of-a-kind trinkets and treasures. Go to www.nmfh.org/shop

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