Facility Rental at SCI

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. 255 or email events@sciowa.org

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-118, 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. ____________________________________________________
		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. ___________________________________________________________
		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. ___________________________________________________________
		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. ___________________________________________________________
		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. __________________________________________________________________________________
		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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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.

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Lunch Menu

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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!