Available Room Rentals
Available Rooms and Services
Since opening in 2009, the National Infantry Museum and Soldier Center has proven itself to be Columbus’s most desirable venue for events. Our 190,000-square-foot facility can accommodate a wide variety of public and private events, from intimate gatherings in our Continental Room, to day-long corporate meetings in Heritage Hall, to dreamy weddings in our Cavezza Hall, to birthday parties complete with a Giant Screen film!
Check out our e-book for full details on each available rental space.
Interior Rental Spaces
Cavezza Hall
The Cavezza Hall is located under the museum’s signature “Last 100 Yards” ramp, where artifacts like helicopters and Bradley Fighting Vehicles set the stage for an event unlike any other. It is commonly used for banquets, lectures and weddings.
Lobby
With 6,500 square-feet of sparkling terrazzo floor, the lobby is the perfect place to host the reception before a banquet or hold a wedding ceremony.
Patriot Hall
Adjacent to the first floor lobby, Patriot Hall is ideal for conferences and meetings. The room can also be separated into two 1,000 square-foot spaces, with full A/V capability on both sides.
Continental Room
This private dining room is located inside the Fife & Drum Restaurant and has a beautiful view of Heritage Walk. It is perfect for private parties, Hail-n-Farwells, showers and luncheons.
Heritage Hall
This private banquet room, located on the mezzanine level, is perfect for meetings, receptions and dinners. The walls are decorated with signed prints from celebrated military artist, James Dietz.
Mezzanine
This beautiful open gallery overlooks the breathtaking “Last 100 Yards” exhibit. It is great for receptions and cocktail parties.
Conference Room
Enjoy a private, quiet luncheon or meeting in the museum foundation’s conference room. It seats approximately 20 guests.
Theater
The newly renovated Giant Screen Theater and Stage serves as a great space for business presentations, fundraisers and concerts.
Exterior Rental Spaces
Inouye Field Stadium
The parade field is located behind the museum and is used for all Fort Benning basic training graduations. It is available for large, outdoor events. It seats 2,100+ visitors, complete with a concessions stand and P.A. system.
WWII Street Mess Hall
The authentic WWII Mess Hall can be used for meetings and small luncheons.
WWII Street Chapel
This beautifully-restored World War II Chapel can be used for ceremonies and services.
Rotunda
The museum rotunda featuring the iconic Infantryman statue is a perfect location for retirement ceremonies and re-enlistments.
Our new Courtyard is the perfect venue for an amazing night under the stars!
Common Requests
Catering is provided by It’s Your Day Catering, one of the premier caterers in Columbus, known for quality meals and top-notch staff. The staff will create your ideal meal within budget, crafting a menu to impress every guest. The Fife and Drum Restaurant is also available for private events.
Down Range Combat Simulators can be rented for private events and are great for team building. Carry out missions as a team in our Humvee simulator or compete against your friends on our virtual rifle range. Pair it with a docent-led guided tour for the full museum experience!
Private Screenings at the Giant Screen Theater are sure to make any event a truly memorable experience. Choose from any of our fascinating documentaries or blockbuster Hollywood films, or ask about special programming for private rentals.
Audio-Visual Equipment is installed in many of our event spaces, with portable systems available. We can accommodate a wide variety of programming, from musical performances to PowerPoints and high-definition presentations.
The Last 100 Yards Ramp and Fort Benning Gallery can remain open for your guests to enjoy after hours. The Last 100 Yards Ramp – our signature exhibit – features life-sized dioramas of seven major battles throughout American history. The Fort Benning Gallery details the training that our soldiers go through on post and explains the relationship between the Army and the civilian community of Columbus.
All funds solicited for special projects, museum enhancements and operational costs are made by the National Infantry Museum Foundation, a private, non-profit 501(c)(3) organization tasked with operating and maintaining the National Infantry Museum and Soldier Center.
