Wedding Pricing & Packages
Rental includes access to the event spaces listed below. Renter is responsible for linens and decorations. Alcohol may be served. An approved caterer is required for events with more than 55 guests or a cash bar.
| Full Building | Includes access to rooftop terrace, two private rooms, all exhibit spaces, theater, children’s play area, entry atrium, and balconies.
- Availability: Seven-hour time slot between 5 p.m. and midnight with earlier access to some areas
- Capacity: 200 seated, 400 standing
- Fee: $2,600 Friday, Saturday, or Sunday, $2,100 Monday through Thursday
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Evening of Exhibits
| Includes access to exhibit space, theater, children’s play area, entry atrium, and balcony.
- Availability: Any three-hour time slot between 5 p.m. and midnight which may be extended at an hourly rate
- Capacity: seated 150, 300 standing
- Fee: $1,500, $200 per additional hour
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Atrium and Dome
| Experience our beautiful glass atrium and spectacular dome on the first floor. Does not include access to the theater or exhibits.- Availability: 5 p.m. to midnight
- Capacity: 120 seated, 200 standing
- Fee: $300 per hour
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| Prairie Garden Terrace and Trail | Planted in prairie grasses and flowers with views of Manhattan. Includes the Flint Hills and Blue Earth Rooms adjacent to the Terrace.
- Availability: 4 p.m. to midnight
- Capacity: 150 seated, 200 standing
- Fee: $300 per hour
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| Private Rooms | The Flint Hills Room or Blue Earth Room on the third floor is perfect for rehearsal dinners, showers, or intimate ceremonies.
- Availability: 8 a.m. to midnight
- Capacity: 40 seated, 55 standing
- Fee: $50 per hour, $300 full-day, $25 per hour after hours fee
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Additional Venue
The Flint Hills Discovery Center also coordinates rentals at nearby Blue Earth Plaza. This outdoor space is available for weddings or to compliment to your Flint Hills Discovery Center wedding package. Contact us to learn more.
Catering
Events of 55 guests or more or events with cash bars must use an approved caterer. There is no catering fee. View a list of our approved caterers. For information on becoming an approved caterer, contact our Events Supervisor, Jonathan Mertz, at 785-587-2726 ext. 5607 or by email.
Alcohol is permitted at events in accordance with our facility usage guidelines and all city, state, and federal laws. A $100 non-refundable alcohol fee applies.
Get Started Planning Your Special Day
Submit an online interest form to inquire about availability and pricing. Once received, a member of our staff will contact you to confirm details and discuss options. You can also contact our Event Supervisor, Jonathan Mertz, directly at 785-587-2726 ext. 5607 or by email.
