Nostalgic elegance
A lovely venue for a range of events from luncheons to reunions, showers to holiday gatherings. A recreation of the original, your guests will be immersed in a beautiful setting throughout your event.
Rooted in history
A recreation of the original L.S. Ayres Tea Room™, your guests will be immersed in a beautiful setting throughout your event. This classic space is a lovely venue for a wide range of events from luncheons to reunions, showers to intimate wedding receptions. We know you have many decisions to make about your wedding, including where to host it. Allow us to host your event in our one-of-a-kind venue.
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.
L.S. Ayres Tea Room™ Details
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Pricing
Evening Event
Sunday – Thursday
Standard Pricing: $650
Food & Beverage Minimum: $1,250Friday
Standard Pricing: $750
Food & Beverage Minimum: $1,500Saturday
Standard Pricing: 1,000
Food & Beverage Minimum: $2,000*Holiday Pricing Sunday – Saturday is $1,200
Meetings and Daytime Events
Sunday – Thursday
Standard Pricing: $700
Food & Beverage Minimum: $1,250Friday
Standard Pricing: $800
Food & Beverage Minimum: $1,500Saturday
Standard Pricing: $1,000
Food & Beverage Minimum: $2,000*Holiday Pricing Sunday – Saturday is $1,200
Rehearsal Dinner
Sunday – Thursday
Standard Pricing: $900
Food & Beverage Minimum: $1,250Friday
Standard Pricing: $1,000
Food & Beverage Minimum: $1,500Saturday
Standard Pricing: $1,200
Food & Beverage Minimum: $2,000*Holiday Pricing Sunday – Saturday is $1,400
Ceremony
$700 plus tax
Reception
Sunday – Thursday
Standard Pricing: $900
Food & Beverage Minimum: $1,250Friday
Standard Pricing: $1,000
Food & Beverage Minimum: $1,500Saturday
Standard Pricing: $1,200
Food & Beverage Minimum: $2,000*Holiday Pricing Sunday – Saturday is $1,400
Daytime rentals available from 11 a.m. – 3 p.m. for discounted rates.
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Capacity
- Evening Event – 64 guests for a seated dinner, 100 for a cocktail reception
- Meeting and Daytime Event – 64 guests
- Rehearsal Dinner – 64 guests
- Ceremony – 60 guests
- Reception – 30 guests with room for dancing. 64 with no dance floor.
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Details
- In-house Tea Room® inspired tables & chairs included.
- No candles allowed, only LED lights.
- Existing furniture may not be removed.
- Daytime rentals available from 11 a.m. – 3 p.m. for discounted rates.
- Discounted museum tickets are available for groups of 15 or more for an additional fee.
- 5 hour rental between 8 a.m. – 5 p.m. Additional hours are $150 per hour.
LET OUR SPACE INSPIRE YOUR OWN HISTORY.
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