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Facility Rental

 

From Black Tie to Box Lunch for 10 - 4,000 people, the sky’s the limit for your next big event! The Science Center of Iowa’s facility rental program caters to a variety of events including corporate outings, holiday dinners, off-site meetings and themed social events. We have competitive rates and flexible menu options to serve your every need. Our winning package includes professional full service catering by Eurest Dining Services, achievable catering minimums and unique rental experiences that can only be found at SCI. 

 

SCI would be happy to answer questions and further assist you!

Please contact us at 515-274-6868 ext. 311 or click here to email a facility rental representative.  

 

 

Rental Options


 

   

Star Theater…for an Out of this World Dinner under the Stars

Consider Why the Sky? experience platform and adjacent Star Theater, SCI's 50 foot planetarium for an out of this world experience! The excitement begins in Why the Sky? where your guests can peer through telescopes and take a turn at the COSMIC JUKEBOX® while the SCI team sets the Star Theater for an intimate dinner under the stars.

Capacity: Theater-110, Banquet-70, Reception-120
Room Rental: $1,000-$1,200
Catering Minimum: $1,200-$1,500

For a complete printable description of this experience, please
click here.

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Founders Hall…for a Lively Reception in a Grand Atrium Space

Consider a memorable rental experience in SCI’s Founders Hall which includes private access to the Science Is Where You Find It experience platform. Guests are welcomed into this grand and colorful reception space for a full complement of tempting hors d'oeuvres, libations and the chance to explore one of SCI's most popular interactive spaces.

Capacity: Theater-277, Banquet-192, Reception-300
Room Rental: $800-$1,000
Catering Minimum: $1,200-$1,500

For a complete printable description of this experience, please
click here.

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Principal Hall…for Celebrations, Receptions, Meetings or Events of Any Kind

Principal Hall, located on the Main Level, is the ideal location for your next catered meeting or celebration. This 4,100 square foot room offers flexible lighting options and multi media capability to complement your program.

Square Footage: 4,100
Capacity: Theater-277, Banquet-200, Reception-277
Room Rental: $600-$800
Catering Minimum: $1,200-$1,600

For a complete printable description of this experience, please
click here.

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Full or Partial Facility Rental…for a Memorable Outing or Client Appreciation

The most inclusive option at SCI is a full facility rental including private access to all of SCI's experience platforms.

Full Facility Rental Capacity: Reception-400-4,000
Full Facility Room Rental: $1,876-$2,345
Full Facility Catering Minimum: $3,423-$4,323

A partial facility rental includes private access to three dynamic experience platforms.

Main Level Partial Facility Rental Capacity: Reception-200-400
Upper Level Partial Facility Rental Capacity: Reception-200-400
Partial Facility Room Rental: $1,340-$1,675
Partial Facility Catering Minimum: $2,447-$3,059

For a complete printable description of this experience, please
click here.

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The Commons…from Casual Hospitality to an Elegant Dinner

The Commons, located in the Iowa Learning Center (ILC), offers floor to ceiling windows and a view of the outdoors; an ideal space for your business after hours dining experience! From a formal catered affair to a casual hospitality space, the Commons suits the needs of a variety of events.

Capacity: Theater-30-50, Banquet-64, Reception-70
Room Rental: $300
Catering Minimum: $400

Iowa Learning Center Classrooms…for an Effective Meeting or Retreat

Capacity: Theater-30-50, Banquet-40, Reception-70
Room Rental: $200
Catering Minimum: $300

 

For a complete printable description of this experience, please click here.

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John Deere Adventure Theater…for Meetings, Presentations or Panel Discussions

Perfect for meetings, presentations and panel discussions, the John Deere Adventure Theater (JDAT) offers interactive space with full multi-media capability.

Capacity: Theater-172
Room Rental: $175/Hourly Rental Rates with Two Hour Minimum

Iowa Learning Center Classrooms…for an Effective Meeting or Retreat

Capacity: Theater-30-50, Banquet-40, Reception-70
Room Rental: $200
Catering Minimum: $300

 

For a complete printable description of this experience, please click here.

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FAQ

Click here for answers to some of our most frequently asked questions.

 

Catering Options

From breakfast to dessert, the Science Center of Iowa's full service caterer, Eurest Dining Services, provides a variety of menu options to meet the needs of any event.

      

Cocktails                                                                                                                               

Morning Menu                                   

Lunch Menu

Reception Menu

Evening Menu

 

Catering Menu Price Guide

 

Stay Up-To-Date!

To learn more about how SCI’s facility rental can make your next meeting or event a success, send your name, organization, and postal address to events@sciowa.org today. You will receive periodic updates on featured rental experiences, popular menu options and more!