EVENT PLANNING GUIDEoregon museum of science and industry

2 PRIVATE EVENT RENTALS

Outdoor Courtyard

Auditorium

Earth Hall

Turbine Hall

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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

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Empirical Theater

4 PLANNING YOUR EVENT

OMSI is all about going beyond the ordinary. The same is true with your event as we provide seamless, behind-the-scenes 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 featuredInteractive 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 theaterbook a private screening or opt for a digital presentation space, all on the largest screen in Portland!

PlanetariumThe 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.

submarine The uS navy’s last non-nuclear, fast-attack submarine is ready and waiting with hourly rental options.

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entertainmentlive music or dJ’s are welcome for your after-hours event.

Parking500+ 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.

insuranceA 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 dePositA 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.

PaymentA 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.

bar closingAll alcohol service will end 30 minutes prior to the official event end time.

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

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Theory

Theory bar Area

Theory Catering

Theory’s Outdoor Patio

EARTH SCIENCE HALL

THEORYLIFE SCIENCE HALL

SCIENCE PLAYGROUND

GROUND FLOOR

THE EMPIRICAL THEATER

PLANETARIUM

COURTYARD

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FEATUREDEXHIBIT HALL

SCIENCE STORE

MAIN LOBBY

TURBINE HALL

SOUTH PARKING LOT

NORTH PARKING LOT

USS BLUEBACK

DESIGNLAB

AUDITORIUM

CHEMISTRY LAB

PHYSICS LAB

PAR

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RO

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TOP FLOOR

WILLAMETTE RIVER

PATIO

BRIDGE LOT

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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 $14,000*

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: 200 reception: 300 $3,000

Turbine Hall banquet: 250 reception: 350 $3,000

Main lobby banquet: 150 reception: 250 $1,800

bridge lot Call for details

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.

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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 Catering director 503.239.7830 theory@omsi.edu

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