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WEST CANAL TERRACE

West Canal Terrace

How About a View of the Indianapolis Skyline

A beautiful open-air terrace offering panoramic views of White River State Park and the Downtown Canal.

Located on a private terrace, the West Canal Terrace offers beautiful views and makes for the ideal location for an intimate ceremony or reception.

KEY FEATURES and AMENITIES

  • Walkable location on Downtown Canal
  • Wedding couples receive one-year museum membership
  • In-house tables & chairs included
  • Indoor location included for inclement weather
  • Nearby parking and hotels
  • Perfect for intimate weddings
  • Unique programs available for additional fee
  • Photo opportunities indoors and outside the museum

HOST in ANY STYLE

VENUE DETAILS

Capacity
  • Wedding Ceremony: 60
  • Wedding Reception: with dancing – 50
AV and Tech
  • Wi-Fi ready (all spaces).
  • A/V equipment and special lighting available for additional fee.
Gallery Admissions

Available for additional fee

  • WEDDING CEREMONY

    Pricing

    Ceremony Only (before 3 p.m.)

    • $600 – standard rate
    • Member, education and non-profit discounts available
    • Gallery admissions available for additional fee

  • WEDDING RECEPTION

    Pricing

    Sunday – Thursday

    • $900 – standard rate
    • $2,000 – food and beverage minimum

    Friday

    • $1,100 – standard rate
    • $2,200 – food and beverage minimum

    Saturday

    • $1,400 – standard rate
    • $2,500 – food and beverage minimum

    Holiday Rate

    • $1,500 – standard rate Sunday–Saturday

    Ceremony fees are in addition to reception pricing.

    • 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

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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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.

Extending Rental Time

We offer 5-hour rentals beginning at 5:30 p.m. To extend the time at the end of your event, the fee is $400 per hour.

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.