Looking at the museum's main hall, from the balcony, as an event is taking place.

Field Museum Gala

About this event series

Celebrate and support the Field Museum at our annual Gala!

Upcoming Dates

Celebrate the Field Museum’s enduring legacy and evolving future. Join us for an unforgettable night of dynamic science with Field experts, exploring the rich history and latest innovations happening at your Museum.

On Saturday, October 18, 2025, the Field Museum will hold its annual fundraising celebration, hosted by the Women's Board and Board of Trustees.

More details and ticket information will be available soon! 

Sponsorships, tables, and tickets available soon!

The Gala is the Field’s single most important fundraiser, raising more than $2 million in support for annual programs. Proceeds support the Field Museum’s groundbreaking research, conservation, and education programs in Chicago and around the world.

Sponsorship Levels

For questions about sponsorships contact Courtney Galassini at cgalassini@pjhchicago.com

LevelBenefits
$100,000 Sponsor (Premier Host Committee)
  • Premier Host Committee recognition on all event communications and printed program
  • Two tables of 10 in premier location for the in-person event
  • Verbal recognition during the program
  • Premier name or logo recognition on the event website 
  • Name or logo recognition on-site the evening of the event
  • Recognition in the Museum's Annual Report
  • Special Bonus: 20 tickets to the Young Professionals’ Gala Soiree
$50,000 Sponsor (Host Committee)
  • Host Committee recognition on all event communications and printed program
  • One table of 10 in premier location for the in-person event
  • Verbal recognition during the program
  • Prominent name or logo recognition on the event website 
  • Name or logo recognition on-site the evening of the event
  • Recognition in the Museum's Annual Report
  • Special Bonus: 20 tickets to the Young Professionals’ Gala Soiree
$25,000 Sponsor (Lead)
  • Recognition on event communications and printed program
  • One table of 10 for the in-person event
  • On-screen recognition during the program
  • Name or logo recognition on the event website 
  • Name or logo recognition on-site the evening of the event
  • Recognition in the Museum's Annual Report
$15,000 Sponsor (Benefactor)
  • Benefactor Sponsor recognition on event communications and printed program
  • One table of 10 for the in-person event
  • On-screen recognition during the program
  • Name or logo recognition on the event website 
  • Recognition in the Museum's Annual Report