The Ogden Nature Center is pleased to offer its unique, indoor classrooms for your next private event!
We have three rooms to choose from. Each offer a unique experience for your event. Whether you're looking to host a business meeting, family party, or community class we have the perfect venue for you!
Explore your options below!
LS Peery Education Center- East and West Classrooms
Scheduling
- Some weekdays depending on availability
- Saturdays 9 am - 9 pm
- Weekday evenings from 4 pm - 9 pm
- Rental time includes setup and cleanup.
- Must agree to rent for a minimum of 2 hours.
- Maximum rental time: 8 hours. Additional time may be added upon request.
Fees
- $200 per hour
- There is no member discount for rental packages
- $100 non-refundable deposit (This deposit will be applied toward the total cost)
- Both East and West classrooms may be booked simultaneously for $325 per hour.
Rental Fee Includes:
- Maximum occupancy of 100 people
- Rentals will be scheduled per hour and will include setup, your event, and cleanup
- Use of Visitor Center restrooms
- Use of kitchen facilities
- Pull down screen with room darkening shades
- Eight 6' tables and up to 30 chairs
- Gift shop and lobby will be open for your guests
Additional Offerings
- $200 for 30-minute bird presentation, by special arrangement.
- $100 for additional hour (past 8 hour maximum allotted time).
- $25 for use of an LCD projector
- $100 to remove Ogden Nature Center classroom materials from the room
Renter Responsibilities
- Clients are responsible for
- Table setup
- Decoration setup and removal
- Removal of all food and decorations after the event
- Removal of all trash.
- Event deposits are non-refundable.
- Client agrees to be responsible for any damages and/or theft to the premises, including its furniture, fixtures, equipment, and table accessories by his/her guests, invitees, employees, or other agents under the client’s control.
- Ogden Nature Center allows catering, including self-catering, from any vendor. Please note that drop-offs must happen within the specified rental time.
- If alcohol is to be served, a licensed bartender must be present
- Decorations: Streamers, banners, tablecloths, etc. are permitted. Balloons, confetti, straws, and piñatas are not permitted. This is for the safety of our ambassadors and the wildlife on grounds.
- NO SMOKING or VAPING is allowed anywhere on the grounds or in the building.
- Please make sure your guests DO NOT DISTURB the wildlife
- NO PETS are allowed at any time. (Service animals are always welcome, but must stay away from the mews. All service animals must be leashed.)
- Children must be supervised at all times
- No lit flames are allowed. Please use battery operated candles if candles are desired.
Things to know:
- Parking is approximately 800 to 1000 feet from the Visitor Center. There is one handicap parking stall near the Visitor Center, and room for two additional vehicles.
Visitor Center Discovery Room
Scheduling
- Some weekdays depending on availability
- Saturdays 9 am - 9 pm
- Weekday evenings from 4 pm - 9 pm
- Rental time includes setup and cleanup.
- Must agree to rent for a minimum of 2 hours.
- Maximum rental time: 8 hours. Additional time may be added upon request.
Fees
- $100 per hour
- There is no member discount for rental packages
- $50 non-refundable deposit (This deposit will be applied toward the total cost)
Rental Fee Includes:
- Maximum occupancy of 40 people
- Rentals will be scheduled per hour and will include setup, your event, and cleanup
- Use of Visitor Center restrooms
- Use of kitchen facilities
- Pull down screen with room darkening shades
- Eight 6' tables and up to 30 chairs
- Gift shop and lobby will be open for your guests
Additional Offerings
- $200 for 30-minute bird presentation, by special arrangement.
- $100 for additional hour (past 8 hour maximum allotted time).
- $25 for use of an LCD projector
- $100 to remove Ogden Nature Center classroom materials from the room
Renter Responsibilities
- Clients are responsible for
- Table setup
- Decoration setup and removal
- Removal of all food and decorations after the event
- Removal of all trash.
- Event deposits are non-refundable.
- Client agrees to be responsible for any damages and/or theft to the premises, including its furniture, fixtures, equipment, and table accessories by his/her guests, invitees, employees, or other agents under the client’s control.
- Ogden Nature Center allows catering, including self-catering, from any vendor. Please note that drop-offs must happen within the specified rental time.
- If alcohol is to be served, a licensed bartender must be present
- Decorations: Streamers, banners, tablecloths, etc. are permitted. Balloons, confetti, straws, and piñatas are not permitted. This is for the safety of our ambassadors and the wildlife on grounds.
- NO SMOKING or VAPING is allowed anywhere on the grounds or in the building.
- Please make sure your guests DO NOT DISTURB the wildlife
- NO PETS are allowed at any time. (Service animals are always welcome, but must stay away from the mews. All service animals must be leashed.)
- Children must be supervised at all times
- No lit flames are allowed. Please use battery operated candles if candles are desired.
Things to know:
- Parking is approximately 800 to 1000 feet from the Visitor Center. There is one handicap parking stall near the Visitor Center, and room for two additional vehicles.
