Governor Frank & Judy O'Bannon Great Hall

As memorable as you dreamed it would be

The iconic INDIANA obelisk graces the center of the Great Hall, lending elegance and unmistakable Hoosier presence to your event. With the canal flowing outside and the breathtaking architecture indoors, this is the ideal space for a memorable event. The adjacent Ball Family Terrace is included in rental of the Great Hall and provides guests with spectacular views of the canal, Military Park, and the downtown Indianapolis skyline.

Wedding Reception at the Rapp Reception Hall

One-of-a-kind

Host your event in the dramatic Governor Frank and Judy O’Bannon Great Hall with its soaring 100-foot ceiling and spectacular views of the Canal and Military Park. Our professional event planners will provide you with the expertise and customer service you need to ensure that your event runs smoothly. Additionally, culinary experts from Kahn’s Catering, the museum’s exclusive caterer, provide menu planning for all types of events.

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.

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GOVERNOR FRANK & JUDY O’BANNON GREAT HALL Details

Pricing

Evening Event

Sunday – Thursday

Standard Pricing: $2,800
Food and Beverage Minimum: $5,000

Friday

Standard Pricing: $3,300
Food and Beverage Minimum: $7,500

Saturday

Standard Pricing: $3,800
Food and Beverage Minimum: $10,000

*Holiday Rates Sunday – Saturday is $4,000

Meetings and Daytime Event

1-3 hrs. (min. of 2 hrs.)

Standard Rates: $500/hr
Food & Beverage Minimum: $3,500

4-5 hrs.

Standard Rates: $2,000
Food & Beverage Minimum: $5,000

*Additional Hours $500/hr.

Rehearsal Dinner

Sunday – Thursday

Standard Rates: $2,800
Food & Beverage Minimum: $5,000

Friday

Standard Rates: $3,300
Food & Beverage Minimum: $7,500

Saturday

Standard Rates: $3,800
Food & Beverage Minimum: $10,000

*Holiday Rates Sunday – Saturday is $4,000

Ceremony or Reception

Sunday – Thursday

Standard Rates: $2,800
Food & Beverage Minimum: $5,000

Friday

Standard Rates: $3,300
Food & Beverage Minimum: $7,500

Saturday

Standard Rates: $3,800
Food & Beverage Minimum: $10,000

*Holiday Rates Sunday – Saturday is $4,000
Capacity
- Evening Event – 250 guests for a seated dinner with dancing, 300 for a seated dinner without dancing, 500 for cocktail reception
- Meetings and Daytime Event – 300 guests
- Rehearsal Dinner – 250 guests for seated dinner and dancing 500 for dancing only
- Ceremony or Reception – 300 guests for a seated dinner with dancing
Details
Meetings and Daytime Event
- In-house tables & chairs included.
- A/V equipment and special lighting available for additional fee.
- Semi-private event space; the museum is open during the day.
Rehearsal Dinner
- In-house tables & chairs included.
- Laptop, sound system and projector available for additional fee.
Ceremony or Reception
- In-house tables & chairs included.
- A/V equipment and special lighting available for additional fee.
- Scrim provides a dramatic entrance for couples as they enter down our grand staircase.
- 51/2 hours for cocktail hour and reception.
Additionally
- 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 both signed agreements and deposits for the Indiana State Museum and Kahn’s Catering.
- We offer 6.5 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 that include alcoholic beverages.
- 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 museum 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.
- Security is included.
- Member Benefits can be found here.