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Starting at $7,419 for 50 Guests
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Starting at $7k for 50 Guests
Starting at $7k for 50 Guests
Venue capacity
up to 250
Starting price
$7K to start
Peak Season
January-April-December
Services
Ceremony / Reception
Indoor / Outdoor
Audubon Center Of The North Woods Overview
The Audubon Center of the North Woods is a nature lover’s paradise. Nestled on 780 acres in central Minnesota, this learning center and retreat boasts a variety of historic and newly constructed facilities. Its picturesque surroundings feature old-growth red and white pines, hardwood forests, wetlands, prairies, and other natural habitats, offering you a picture perfect backdrop for a whimsical outdoor ceremony. Say “I do” on a lush lawn with light filtering through the surrounding trees and it’s sure to be a magical moment that you’ll remember forever! To celebrate your once in a lifetime event, the Audubon Center of the North Woods offers several event spaces for groups of any size, including its spacious Dining Hall and the gorgeous Crosby Lounge. Located on the shores of Grindstone Lake just 90 miles from the Twin Cities, St. Cloud, and Duluth, the Audubon Center of the North Woods is the perfect place to host your upcoming wedding celebration!Venue Notes
The rental fee is $6,300 for a reception and ceremony and includes 48 hours of event time including set up and clean up time. Event booking includes overnight accommodations for up to 162. A 2 night minimum is required during the months of May through October.Amenities And Requirements
Amenities
Bride's dressing area
Day-of coordinator
Full kitchen facilities
Groom's dressing area
Large parking lot
Overnight accommodations available
Tables and chairs provided
Venue set up and clean up
Wedding planning services
Requirements
- All food and beverage handled by venue- Amplified music OK indoors and outdoors- BYO alcohol- Beer and wine only- Biodegradable throwables only- Catering provided by venue- Music must end by 1:00AM- No alcohol allowed on premises- Outdoor music must end by 10:00PM- Smoking outside only