Thanks for the 5 star review! The Science Museum of Virginia has a wide variety of facility rental spaces available. The Science Museum provided a very high level of service throughout our whole experience with them. I would NEVER want to work with her again! Next is a little reptile exhibit with live snakes and turtles. My only complaint was that I didn't realize that the outer tables would be more or less in the dark, but the guests didn't even notice that! Thank you for the 5 star review! I have never been so happy that something did not go according to plan - the guests LOVED spending time in the exhibit and could not stop talking about it! Get Our Wedding Planner App On Your Mobile Device. We are so glad to hear you had a great wedding at the Science Museum of Minnesota. It was the perfect size for about 200 guests, though there is room for more. The Lancer catering company was very professional and the food they provided was great. By clicking 'Send', I agree to WeddingWires Privacy Policy and Terms of Use. Thank you. It is good to know the Naan bread and Mac & Cheese were a hit! We had some issues with the security staff, but everyone did their best to make sure we were happy with the situation. The food was also wonderful. Multi event spaces for all types of events. hard and diligently to make sure all our questions were answered and helped us have an amazing day. They did not provide a light that we requested, and they served the cake at the wrong time. We appreciate all of your positive feedback about the Science Museum. I would not recommend this venue unless you hire outside help with coordination. Let's work together. We are excited to have you as new members to th About the venue: 4-hour Wedding Package All 4-Hour Wedding Packages Include the Following: The option to add time to your package (until 1:00AM) Museum Venue Coordinator and Rental Support staff Selection of amazing exhibit spaces for your event that can accommodate up to 180 guests for a seated reception worth it! We used the elements cafe as our reception site. Thanks for the 5 star review! Our reception was held in the Elements Cafe which has floor to ceiling w. indows and a gorgeous view overlooking the river. The Wings and Wonder Package is the perfect combination of a fairy tale garden ceremony and dancing the night away in your favorite Museum spaces! Would not recommend this Rehearsal Dinners, Bridal Showers & Parties, Flower Girl Dresses and Ring Bearer Outfits. Laura was happy to answer all your questions and have you tour the space as much as needed. Do you want a truly elegant, unforgettable location for your wedding reception or social event? She would not respond to emails in a timely manner, she was not pleasant to work with and things were not getting done. Not to mention, she saved the day being prepared with some Tide stick for my dress. We appreciate you letting us be a part of your big day! We had fun on the musical steps and loved the great views of the city. That being said, the food was amazing! We were looking for a unique venue to fit our personalities and the museum was perfect because my husband loves dinosaurs. I couldn't have asked for a better day filled with love, science, and good food. The immaculate view from the terrace adds class to this event facility that you won't find anywhere else! Special Event start times are customized based on the client's needs. Two-weeks later our guests are still raving about their dinners (the steak was cooked to perfection ;-) Both Lancer and SMM staff were easy to work with and accommodated our every need from start to finish of planning our special day. She was organized, professional, knowledgeable, and she replied to any (and all) questions we had in a very timely manner (usually the same day if not within a few hours)! We are thrilled that you enjoyed your wedding at the Science Museum of Minnesota. is great to hear your guests enjoyed touring the Museum! Our reception was held in the Elements Cafe which has floor to ceiling w Kaitlin is fantastic! We also really appreciated the support in terms of dealing directly with all the other vendors and ensuring the collaboration would lead to a perfectly organized event. But everyone loved it anyways! l day. It was a unique and beautiful location and we were very happy with how everything turned out. We have wedding planning down to a science! We definitely recommend this venue. Kaitlin was especially amazing to work with. Modern decor and sophisticated architectural lines combine for a beautiful location. From the majestic Broad Street Station to the sleek and modern Dewey Gottwald Center, the Science Museum of Virginia has something to offer for any occasion. We received many compliments on the food, especially the Naan bread and the Mac N Cheese dish. Orchestrate a truly memorable experience for you and your guests. I would definitely recommend to anyone for a big event. Thanks again for choosing the Science Museum to host your wedding ceremony and reception. to the end. 6 3/8\" tall. Kaitlin is so easy to work with, responds quickly and ensures that every little detail is covered. Thank you for the 5 star review! An inspiring and out-of-the-ordinary location I would highly recommend the Science Museum of Minnesota as a venue for your special day as well as other events (they have rooms of different sizes for different needs). The space beautiful with a wonderful view of the river and an outdoor patio. Saturday 25 March 2023 So we were able to take pictures next to dinosaurs, and other awesome exhibits. We were happy to ensure all of your guests had a variety of menu options f Our wedding at the Science Museum was beautiful! Thanks so much! One of the added benefits is that we got free access to the museum for ourselves and our guests. the venue had the best scenery- you get a sunset while still being inside. Many of our guests (especially those with children) loved th We were so happy with using the Science Museum & Lancer Catering for our wedding! We had guests from all over the world and 22 states. Our spacious and elegant facilities are the perfect place for any event, no matter how big or small. Guests are greeted in a marble reception area that leads into a ballroom adorned with three crystal chandeliers and works of art from the museum's collection. Several guests came up to us the night of the reception and commented on how good the food was. For event inspiration, follow along on our instagram. it was beautiful. The Science Museum was the perfect reception venue for our wedding. We had a difficult time getting answers about food (some of our guests had allergies) or updated estimates and this was likely because of the multiple people needing to be involved since it's a large place. I would highly recommend working with Kaitlin and Lancer for your catering needs. We wish you much happiness! Seated dinner: estimated up to 160 Stand-up reception: estimated up to 300 Private events Weddings Meetings & special events Book your event Dates fill up fast. Kaitlin was more than happy to help you all along the way. Whether you're looking for elegance or casual fun, let us help plan your special event! The best thing about this venue was the AWESOME view of the river and the balcony for your guests to easily go outside. difficulty with getting things set up before our guests arrived. Service Options. Kaitlin was so very helpful in answering all of my questions. Kaitlin was more than happy to help plan out every detail with you for your special day at the Science Museum. end using them, but just double check ALL of the details with the coordinator, even when you arrive on your day so that they don't slip up on anything. There was miscommunication about when vendors could arrive (this made things a bit tricky on the day of and we were fielding calls from vendors), what time the parking ramp and bar closed and the staff communicated this to our DJ. We are thrilled to hear that everyone loved the food! Science Museum of Minnesota 120 W. Kellogg Blvd. If you seek a innovative and romantic setting to share your vows, all the Carnegie Institution for Science to make your wedding day one-of-a-kind. Matthew went above and beyond helping us plan (and plan again - thanks COVID), and was super responsive and a delight to work with. I didn't tell people they could bring liquor, and they didn't have to (we paid for it). day over and over again- the venue, the coordination and the food were all excellent, and we received compliments galore on all of the above. -SO easy to work with outside vendors at they got free admission to the museum. Call us at (651) 221-2550, emailrental@smm.org, or fill out the form below. Kaitlin was happy to help answer all of your questions and assist you in any was possible. We are so glad to hear you had a great wedding at the Science Museum! We are glad you were able to utilize the terrace as well! We liked that we were able to book the venue, food, drinks, cake (they use Buttercream in St. Paul), and decorations all through one contact which really simplified planning for us. Also: on top of great menu/bar options, awesome staff, and beautiful ceremony/reception rooms- you also get to take photos all around the exhibits!!!! We had our ceremony and reception in the Elements Cafe and it turned out to be beautiful and comfortable for our 160 guests. The Science Museum was totally accommodating. The RMSC offers elegant, classic and science-inspired venues for an unforgettable event. Not only is the space beautiful but the food and service were top notch. The venue is beautiful and the food is excellent. We were happy to be a part of your special day! I would recommend this venue over and over again. We also loved how different this was than most locations -- everyone loves a picture with the T-Rex while in a tux or dress! The museum provides a unique wedding experience, with access to hands on exhibits, shows and riveting surroundings. Imagine the possibilities with this historic blank palate. Thanks for the 5 stars! e I don't live in the twin cities, she sent me videos and walked me through the venue to give me a better idea. Laura was more than happy to help assist you long distance. Our team at the Science Museum was more than happy to coordinate the details of your special day and make sure everything played out according to plan. We still recomm Great location!! Our museum contacts did such an excellent job and were so helpful throughout the entire planning process from the initial tour to the endless emails we sent them. Guests have free Museum pass so they can come early and tour the exhibits. Kaitlin enjoyed working with you to create a special day for you both. The space is ADA accessible and has a variety of indoor and outdoor settings. We did not hire a planner for our wedding since we had a good idea about what we wanted. During the day it is their cafeteria area for guests, but you could never tell that was the case once it is decorated! See why The Knot loves weddings at the Museum! Other perks included the free museum access (which our guests loved) and free parking. Learn More Meetings & Special Events We enjoyed planning your special day with you at the Science Museum of MN. We wanted a different kind of space than just the typical ballroom. Thanks Alexis! The space is so fun and includes many extras like admission to the museum and validated parking and tons of great photo spots we used the musical stairs for our family photos. She was born way too early with not much chance to live too long. Plus, in addition to getting a beautiful room and great experience, all of your guests get admission to the museum day-of (great for entertaining while you take group photos! ey transform this space for a special event! Thank you for the 5 star review! is a big open space that overlooks the museum and has a great patio area that looks out to the Mississippi river. Second, communication with Kim (Lancer Catering) and the Science Museum was spotty during the planning process, but when it came down to the week of our wedding everyone responded promptly and was very accommodating. The usage fees are as follows: Stan and Dorothy Pauley Center ($2,500) The intimate elegance of the Stan and Dorothy Pauley Center provides a historic backdrop to a reception for up to 250 guests or a seated dinner for up to 70 guests.