Host your event over the Indianapolis Canal Walk
The Canal Overlook Bridge is a contemporary space that spans the canal and offers beautiful views of White River State Park. With all is natural light, the bridge is a beautiful location for wedding ceremonies or intimate receptions.
Surrounded by spectacular views
With its contemporary design and views of White River State Park, the Canal Overlook Bridge is a spectacular location for an event.
What sets us apart
- WiFi ready (all spaces).
- Convenient location on downtown Canal; walking distance to hotels and conventions.
- Parking in the White River State Park garage with discount pricing.
- Unique experiences available for additional fees, including historical characters and special programs.
- Elegant space regardless of your colors or décor.
- Museum galleries can be included in your event for an additional fee.
- Many photo opportunities available in and outside of the museum.
Canal Overlook Bridge Details
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Pricing
Evening Event
Sunday – Thursday
Standard Pricing: $1,000
Food and Beverage Minimum: $1,000Friday
Standard Pricing: $1,250
Food and Beverage Minimum: $1,500Saturday
Standard Pricing: $1,500
Food and Beverage Minimum: $2,000*Holiday Pricing is $1,500
Rehearsal Dinner
Sunday – Thursday
Standard Pricing: $1,100
Food and Beverage Minimum: $1,250Friday
Standard Pricing: $1,300
Food and Beverage Minimum: $1,500Saturday
Standard Pricing: $1,600
Food and Beverage Minimum: $2,000*Holiday Pricing is $1,700
Ceremony
$1,250 plus tax
Reception
Sunday – Thursday
Standard Pricing: $1,100
Food and Beverage Minimum: $1,250Friday
Standard Pricing: $1,300
Food and Beverage Minimum: $1,500Saturday
Standard Pricing: $1,600
Food and Beverage Minimum: $2,000*Holiday Pricing is $1,700
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Capacity
- Evening Event – 60 guests for a seated dinner, 200 for a cocktail reception
- Rehearsal Dinner – 120 guests with room for dancing. 250 cocktail reception
- Ceremony – 250 guests
- Reception – 120 guests with room for dancing. 250 cocktail reception
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Details
Wedding Reception or Rehearsal Dinner
- In-house tables & chairs included
- A/V equipment and special lighting available for an additional fee.
Additionally
- Your rehearsal the day before at 3 p.m. (subject to availability).
- Two rooms for preparation the day of your wedding beginning two hours prior to the start of the ceremony.
- White garden chairs.
- One hour for the ceremony (including seating, the ceremony & receiving lines).
- Rental times for a semi-private space are 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. The museum will be open to the public.
- To book your event, a 50% facility rental deposit is required along with a signed contract. A check, American Express, MasterCard or Visa are accepted forms of payment.
- Your booking is confirmed upon receiving signed agreements and deposits for the Indiana State Museum.
- Parking is available in the White River State Park garage. Guests can either pay discounted rate OR client prepays for parking. Spaces are not guaranteed. No refunds.
- The ISMHS at times could be considered under structural or cosmetic construction. Structural and/or cosmetic changes to the Facility and its grounds include but are not limited to gallery closures, improvements to landscape, installation of art, etc. In the best efforts of the Facility, plans will be communicated as early as possible to the Client.
- We offer 6 hour rentals beginning at 5:30 p.m.
- To extend the time at the end of your event, the fee is $400 per hour.
- A certificate of insurance is required for all rental events at the Indiana State Museum.
- Security is included.
- $200 décor allowance included with rental.
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