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Add a Dose of Play to Your Next Event

Special Event Facility Rental

Host your next event in a unique and fun-filled environment at Minnesota Children's Museum. Our colorful facility is designed to fascinate and intrigue adults as well as children. From corporate receptions and business meetings to family and corporate holiday parties and cocktail receptions, we have a perfect space for your event.

Our 65,000 square foot facility accommodates groups from 10 to 1,000 and includes an Atrium, the Great Big Room, formal boardroom and seven fun-filled galleries available individually or combined for a complete Museum rental for your upcoming event.

The Museum can be rented for many occasions, including:

• Business meetings
• Wedding receptions
• Family reunions
• Baby showers
• Holiday parties

Imaginative Spaces Offer Something for Everyone

Atrium

Four story windows over 7th Street, make this an ideal location for a reception or party providing guests with a great view of the Museum. The flying fish, which hang from the fourth floor ceiling, add a unique touch to any event. This area can accommodate up to 100 for dinner and up to 300 for a cocktail party or reception.

Great Big Room

A colorfully carpeted lecture space, equipped with a projection booth, state of the art electronic equipment, large motorized screen, and stage. Accommodates 148 in lecture style seating or can be set up with conference tables to accommodate up to 120 for seminars or receptions.

Rooftop ArtPark

Located on the fourth floor of the Museum’s rooftop, giving guests a bird's-eye view of St. Paul. Makes a beautiful location for outdoor weddings, receptions, or parties. Includes an enclosed glass studio and electrical outlets. Accommodates up to 100.

Boardroom

Located on the second floor, this colorful room sparks creativity and provides a unique feel for meetings, seminars, or workshops. This area can accommodate up to 20, and includes telephone, laptop hookup, credenza, wall-mounted dry erase board, and three oak conference-style tables.

Rental Guidelines

• Events can take place from 7:30 a.m. to midnight. After hours events can start one hour after closing. The Museum is closed on Easter, Thanksgiving, Christmas Eve and Christmas Day.
• Alcoholic beverages are allowed for events when the Museum is not open to the public. Alcohol may be served only by outside licensed providers and when food is also provided. All liability will be assumed by the rental party as defined within the signed rental agreement. Minnesota Children’s Museum is a non–smoking facility.
• We ask that all decorations be freestanding. Due to our smoke alarm system, open flames (except small votives), fog, popcorn machines, helium balloons and pyrotechnics are not allowed.
• All written or printed communication that includes Minnesota Children's Museum in text or graphic format in writing must be approved by the Museum's Director of Marketing prior to publication or distribution.
• The client must provide proof of liability insurance to the Museum at least ten days in advance of the date of first service listed.

Catering

Please contact us for a list of approved caterers. They will gladly discuss various menu options with you. Caterers provide linens, plates, and silverware upon request. If you choose to select a caterer that is not listed, a $1.00 per person fee will be assessed.

A facilities fee is assessed to each caterer. The caterer is responsible for the payment of this fee, however you should expect to see this fee incorporated into your catering bill.

The Museum has a small catering kitchen located on the second floor off the Atrium. Special arrangements must be made to use this area.

Rental Rates: Corporate and Private Events

Space	**Maximum Capacity	Dimensions
Full Museum	1,000
Great Big Room	150	42' x 40'
Atrium	300	29' x 65'
Board Room (less than 4 hours)	20	19' x 35'
Curiosity Center	50	23' x 23'
Our World or World Works Gallery	N/A	Varies
Changing World Gallery	N/A	N/A
Creativity Center	100	39' x 24.5'
Discovery Center	60	24.5' x 21'
Earth World or Habitot® Gallery	N/A	Varies
World of Wonder Gallery	N/A	3,500 sq. ft.
Rooftop ArtPark Gallery	N/A	90' x 40'
Rooftop ArtPark Gallery Entrance	N/A	13' x 16'

**Maximum capacity varies depending on the type of event. For example, sit-down versus buffet dinning experience.

Reservations, Cancellation and Billing Policy

A temporary hold on the date can be placed for 30 days with no deposit required. After 30 days, a 20% non-refundable deposit is required to reserve the space and the date.

All facility rentals require a signed Space Rental/Client Services Agreement. Remainder of rental fee is due 10 days before first date of service.

Reservations canceled less than 30 days before the scheduled event will forfeit the security deposit.

Additional Resources

The Museum owns a variety of audio-visual equipment including microphones, slide and overhead projectors, LCD projectors and a TV/VCR unit. There is no additional charge for the use of this equipment. Any additional equipment needs and specialized technical assistance must be arranged by renting party.

Portable coat racks, 223 chairs, 12 dining tables, and a podium are available at no additional charge depending on availability.

Parking

Parking is available in a parking ramp at the corner of Wabasha and 7th street, kitty corner from the Museum. Guests are responsible for parking fees. Or, parking passes for guests can be arranged through the Membership and Events Department, to be billed to the client.

 

All fees subject to change. Non-profit organizations receive a discount. For more information, questions, or to schedule a tour of the facility, contact Events and Sales online or call (651)-225-6036.