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EAST WING

East Wing

A Semi-Private Space for Meetings and Events

The perfect event space tailored to your group’s needs.

The East Wing of the Great Hall is a versatile, semi-private space for daytime meetings and events. It offers a variety of configurations to meet your specific needs plus a window with a sneak peek into one of the gallery experiences.

KEY FEATURES and AMENITIES

  • Walkable location on Downtown Canal
  • On-site event coordination
  • Nearby parking and hotels
  • Housekeeping, tables & chairs included in rental
  • Complimentary museum tickets for full-day rentals
  • Photo opportunities indoors and outside the museum
  • Unique programs available for additional fee

HOST in ANY STYLE

VENUE DETAILS

Capacity
  • Daytime event: 100
  • Meeting: 100
  • Ceremony: 200
AV and Tech
  • Wi-Fi ready (all spaces).
  • A/V equipment and special lighting available for additional fee.
Gallery Admissions

Complimentary museum tickets for full-day rentals or available for additional fee

  • MEETINGS and DAYTIME EVENTS

    Pricing

    1-3 hrs.

    • minimum of 2 hrs.
    • $300/hr. – standard rate
    • $1,500 – food and beverage minimum

    4-5 hrs.

    • $1,200 – standard rate
    • $2,500 – food and beverage minimum

    $300 per additional hr.

    • Member, education and non-profit discounts available
    • Gallery admissions available for additional fee

  • Wedding Ceremony

    Pricing

    Ceremony Only (before 3 p.m.)

    • $1,400 – standard rate
    • Member, education and non-profit discounts available
    • Gallery admissions available for additional fee
  • WEDDINGS

    WEDDINGS

    A fairytale backdrop to your special day.

    Venue Features

    • Private rooms for bridal party
    • Customizable layouts
    • Premier decor options

    + Member discounts available

  • CORPORATE EVENTS

    CORPORATE EVENTS

    Impress your clients and colleagues.

    Venue Features

    • AV setup
    • Branding and signage options
    • Flexible seating

    + Member discounts available

  • GALAS and SOCIALS

    GALAS and SOCIALS

    Elevate your fundraising or celebration

    Venue Features

    • Formal dining setup
    • Cocktail reception layouts
    • Entertainment space

    + Member discounts available

Indiana State Museum and Historic Sites

The museum was the perfect spot for our wedding. It was incredible to be able to have everything in one place, yet each part felt like a totally different venue! The coordinators were amazing as well. They handled EVERYTHING!

Kelly G.
Indiana State Museum and Historic Sites Member

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FAQ

Deposit Requirements

To book your event, a 50% facility rental deposit is required along with a signed contract. A check, American Express, MasterCard or Visa are accepted forms of payment.

Your booking is confirmed upon receiving both signed agreements and deposits for the Indiana State Museum and Kahn’s Catering.

Vendor Policies

A certificate of insurance is required for all rental events that include alcoholic beverages.

Parking

Parking is available in the White River State Park garage. Guests can either pay discounted rate OR client prepays for parking. Spaces are not guaranteed. No refunds.

Construction Policy

The museum at times could be considered under structural or cosmetic construction. Structural and/or cosmetic changes to the facility and its grounds include but are not limited to gallery closures, improvements to landscape, installation of art, etc. In the best efforts of the facility, plans will be communicated as early as possible to the client.

Security

Security is included.