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Starting at $2,874 for 50 Guests
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Starting at $2k for 50 Guests
Starting at $2k for 50 Guests
Venue capacity
up to 1200
Starting price
$2K to start
Services
Ceremony / Reception
Indoor / Outdoor
Exploration Place Overview
Exploration Place, located in Wichita, Kansas, is a magical wedding destination. The lovely architecture of the museum becomes a handsome backdrop to each stage of your wedding celebration. Imagine exchanging vows outside with your love on the Waterway Terrace. You and your guests will take in the views of the Arkansas River and the Keeper of the Plains as you enjoy appetizers and cocktails after a tranquil ceremony. Exploration Place has both indoor and outdoor facilities, outside the Festival Plaza, and Picnic Grove can both accommodate outdoor receptions with grace. Keep it casual as you dine and dance in the sun. For a more traditional reception, The Grand Hall and WaterWay Hall are both stunning indoor spaces. The WaterWay Hall provides your special evening with an enchanted environment while the Grand Hall offers views of the Reflecting Pond. Exploration Place is an exciting wedding destination with exhibits to explore, a Dome Theater, and Planetarium guests will be thrilled throughout the day.Venue Notes
The rental fee ranges from $600 to $2,300 for a reception and includes 4 hours of event time excluding set up and clean up time. Additional hours can be arranged for a fee of $150/hr.Amenities And Requirements
Amenities
Bridal and groom dressing area available for a fee
Dance floor
Day-of coordinator
Kitchen for prep only
Large parking lot
Outdoor lighting
Podium and/or stage
Security
Tables and chairs provided
Venue set up and clean up
Requirements
- Alcohol must be served by licensed bartender/caterer- Amplified music OK indoors and outdoors- Approved outside caterer allowed- Music must end by midnight- No rice, birdseed, confetti, etc.- Smoking in designated areas only- Venue must approve all decorations