EVENT PLANNING GUIDE oregon museum of science and industry
2 PRIVATE EVENT RENTALS Theory Earth Hall Outdoor Courtyard Turbine Hall
3 PRIVATE EVENT RENTALS Where elegant dining meets brain-powered fun, OMSI is a stunning backdrop for intimate dinners and lavish receptions alike. Enjoy seasonally-inspired culinary creations at Portland s premier waterfront venue. Celebrate under the stars in a world-class planetarium. Explore the wonders of the exhibit halls. It s yours to enjoy. Available for 25 to 2,500 guests, OMSI spaces and services include: Waterfront restaurant Four exhibit halls The Empirical Theater Planetarium Blueback Submarine Free Parking Theory Catering by Bon Appétit Book your private event: Corporate or social Business meeting or seminar Elegant or casual reception Staff appreciation Holiday celebration Company picnic Team building
4 PLANNING YOUR EVENT OMSI is all about going beyond the ordinary. The same is true with your event as we provide seamless, behind-thescenes support for a comfortable and memorable guest experience. VENUES: Theory The perfect location for your next dinner or evening reception with waterfront views of the Portland skyline. Theory offers an open, airy floor plan with sleek, custom furnishings, reclaimed wood accents and a fireplace. Exhibit Halls: Life, Earth, Turbine and Featured Interactive and nationally acclaimed exhibits set a stunning backdrop for your private, after-hours event with each hall offering a different theme and a variety of seating and serving options. Courtyard Company picnics and evening receptions get a pick-me-up with dynamic city views along the Willamette River. Auditorium A multi-functional space perfect for presentations, panel discussions, lectures and meetings. Parker Room Located on the top floor of the Turbine Hall, the Parker Room is ideal for small professional meetings and features river and city views. THE EMPIRICAL THEATER Book a private screening or opt for a digital presentation space, all on the largest screen in Portland! Planetarium The largest and most advanced planetarium in the Pacific Northwest, the Kendall Planetarium is an exhilarating venue for private viewings and functional for mid-sized meeting space. NEED TO KNOW: Entertainment Live music or DJ s are welcome for your after-hours event. Parking 500+ parking spaces are available free of charge for event guests in two large parking lots adjacent to the building. Handicapped spaces and bus parking are also available. Insurance A certificate of liability insurance providing $1,000,000 per occurrence and naming OMSI as an additional insured is required for all events held after-hours. Advance Rental Deposit A 50% non-refundable deposit of estimated rental charges is due along with a signed event rental agreement to reserve your space. The remaining rental balance is due by the event date. Payment A major credit card is required to be on file for all events. Payment can be made with a corporate check or money order, but all checks must clear ten days prior to your event. CONTACT: Megan Strong Event Sales Manager 503.797.4671 Julia Houha Event Sales Coordinator 503.797.4522 eventsales@omsi.edu 1945 SE Water Avenue, Portland, Oregon 97214 Submarine The US Navy s last non-nuclear, fast-attack submarine is ready and waiting with hourly rental options.
5 PLANNING YOUR EVENT Auditorium Theory Catering Theory Bar Area Theory s Outdoor Patio
6 MUSEUM MAP 1945 SE Water Avenue, Portland, Oregon 97214 WILLAMETTE RIVER EARTH SCIENCE HALL PATIO LIFE SCIENCE HALL THEORY USS BLUEBACK TOP FLOOR SCIENCE PLAYGROUND FEATURED EXHIBIT HALL TENT BACK COURTYARD SOUTH PARKING LOT THE EMPIRICAL THEATER SCIENCE STORE MAIN LOBBY VERNIER TURBINE HALL TECHNOLOGY LAB CHEMISTRY LAB PLANETARIUM PHYSICS LAB GROUND FLOOR AUDITORIUM PARKER ROOM NORTH PARKING LOT
7 ROOM SPECIFICATIONS AND RATES ROOMS Seating/Capacity room Rates Auditorium banquet: 180 reception: 320 Theater: 300 Day $1,500 Evening $1800 Courtyard banquet: 225 reception: 300 Theater: 200 $1,800 Earth Science Hall Banquet: 175 reception: 250 $3,000 Entire Museum Banquet: 1,000 reception: 2,500 $12,500* Featured Exhibits Hall and Hallway Banquet: 120 reception: 300 $3,000* Front Plaza Call for details Life Science Hall Banquet: 100 reception: 150 $3,000 Parker Room Classroom: 30 reception: 50 Theater: 50 $450 Theory Eatery Banquet: 225 reception: 300 $3,000 Turbine Hall banquet: 250 reception: 350 $3,000 ATTRACTIONS Private Empirical Theater Movie Theater: 305 $1,900 Private Planetarium Show Theater: 195 $1,200 Submarine, Open Boat $600 per hour Note: Exhibit hall capacities and content are subject to change based on current exhibit layout. Banquet style is based on 60-inch rounds with eight chairs per table. Reception style is based on standing room and minimal seating, and theater style utilizes rows of chairs set with aisles on each side. Prices are subject to change. *Featured exhibit and entire museum rental are subject to change based on special exhibits and hall closures. Availability is contingent upon OMSI s public schedule.
8 Theory Catering by Bon Appétit Dedicated to honest ingredients and food sources, Theory, a new eatery at OMSI, brings seasonal dishes to life for your curious observers. Theory Catering by Bon Appétit pairs flavor and nutrition, preparing local and global fare with authentic ingredients for the well-being of our guests, community and environment. Detailed, customizable menus feature fresh, local products from Vibrant Valley, Creative Growers, Zenger Farms, Pure Country Pork, Carman Ranch Beef, Shepherd s Grain Flour and A&J Orchards. See catering menu to get started. For pricing and detailed menu proposals contact: Julia Raymond Bon Appetit Catering Director 503.239.7830 theory@omsi.edu