While you may be familiar with our reputation or facility you may not realize that Lied Discovery Children’s Museum is available as a venue for after-hours functions. We can accommodate groups up to 1,200 for a standing reception and up to 300 for seated functions. While we are not a traditional banquet space we are a unique one. It is our unusual floor plan and the placement of our exhibits that will lend ambiance and creativity to any occasion.
Lied Discovery Children’s Museum offers the use of our space as part of our fund-raising efforts so we can insure that our mission will continue to be met and so we can grow with the needs of the Las Vegas community. The choice of the museum as the venue for your next special event assists us in our on-going commitment to the education of families in southern Nevada.
Contact Special Events Manager by phone at (702) 382-3445 to arrange a private tour of the museum’s many facilities and to receive additional information about holding your reception, cocktail party, banquet, or other special event at Lied Discovery Children’s Museum.
Facility Features and Rental Prices
| Facility Features |
Standing |
Seated |
| First Floor Includes the Grand Foyer plus the Science Tower, state of the art displays, stage area, and fun exhibits. |
600 |
300 |
| Entire Museum Includes everything above plus fifty more exhibits, a radio station, and exterior patios on both floors, over 23,000 square feet. |
1200 |
300 |
Special Rental Features – Rental of any museum space includes the availability of these additional features.
- Caterer’s kitchen and preparation area (commercial size refrigerator and freezer, no stove/ovens)
- Temporary on-site storage areas
- Free parking (160 spaces) – which can accommodate buses, trucks and limos
- One on-site security
- Tables – For 100 people
- Chairs – For 100 people
- One museum host
RESERVATION & DEPOSIT
To reserve your date you must either guarantee your rental with a credit card authorization or a check for 50 percent. The museum recommends that reservations be made as early as possible and at least one month in advance. No reservation is confirmed until the required deposit is received.
CANCELLATION
Cancellation charges will apply according to the following criteria: (1) if cancellation occurs more than 30 days prior to the event no charges will apply; (2) if cancellation occurs 14-30 days prior to the event date a fee equal to an estimated 25 percent of the value of the rental will be charged; (3) if cancellation occurs 6-13 days prior to the event date a cancellation fee equal to 35% of the estimated rental value will apply; (4) if cancellation occurs 0-5 days prior to the event date 50% of the estimated value will apply. The museum reserves the right to cancel the event at any time deemed necessary by the Board of Trustees. In this case, no charges will be incurred. The museum is expressly released from any liability the renter may incur with third parties.
LICENSING
The renter is responsible for any and all licensing required for the rental event, including, but not limited to liquor licensing.
INSURANCE
A certificate of Insurance indicating the fact the renter has aggregate public liability coverage in an amount equal to $1,000,000.00 per occurrence must be provided to the Special Events Manager not less than two weeks prior to the scheduled event. The Certificate of Insurance shall name the Museum as the additional insured. This certificate must be received prior to the event. The renter assumes liability for damage to any museum property by the renter, his/her guests, contractors, including vendors such as caterers, bartenders, musicians, etc., who are hired by the renter to provide services for the event.
VENDORS
The renter is responsible for providing the Special Events Manager a Certificate of Insurance from each food vendor and bartender no later than one week prior to the scheduled event. The museum reserves the right to require a Certificate of Insurance from any additional vendor. At its sole discretion, the museum also reserves the right to prohibit any sub-contractor or vendor services.
HOURS
The length of an event (including set-up and breakdown times) must be approved by the Special Events Manager. The Special Events Manager must also approve any special arrangements. If the event exceeds the specified time written into the contract there will be an additional fee. Generally, evening events may begin no earlier than 5:30pm.
PRINTED MATERIALS
All printed materials related to the event (using the name/logo of the museum) are subject to the approval of Lied Discovery Children’s Museum before they are in the final printing stages. Final drafts of printed materials must be submitted to the Special Events Manager prior to printing. The Special Events Manager can provide informational materials about the Museum for the client’s use.
RESTRICTIONS
Exhibits may NOT be moved without Museum approval. Any such moves may incur an additional charge.
Cooking is NOT allowed in the exhibit areas of the museum. Caterers may use sterno in the non-exhibit areas. However, all sterno stations must be approved and must have a fire extinguisher placed near them.
Candles are NOT permitted in the exhibit areas. Votive or hurricane candles may be used in the lobby and patio areas.
If decorations and signs are not freestanding, approval must be received from the Special Events Manager prior to the event to hang or attach any item. Special effect items such as smoke machines are subject to museum approval.
SET-UP & BREAKDOWN
Same day set-up and breakdown of the event is required unless prior arrangements are made with the manager. Breakdown must occur immediately after the event and all rental and decorating items must be removed the same night. The museum is not responsible for items left overnight.
DELIVERIES
All deliveries to the holding area and kitchen may begin no earlier than 12 noon the day of the scheduled event, but set-up may not begin in the exhibit and lobby area until museum closes, unless previously arranged with the manager. A schedule of all deliveries must be submitted to the manager no later than two working days prior to the scheduled event.
EVENT STAFF
A list of all event personnel, including caterers, bartenders, extra security, decorators, entertainers, volunteers, etc., must be submitted to the Special Events Manager prior to the event. The renter or a designated representative must be present on the date of the event to oversee all event arrangements.
WALK-THROUGH
The renter or a representative must do a walk-through of the facility, with all involved parties (client, caterers, decorators, etc.) guided by the Special Events manager prior to the event. The museum reserves the right to relocate areas for food and/or drink if they are in violation of museum restrictions. All entertainment (music, dance, etc.) set-up arrangements must receive museum approval prior to the event. Requests for special electrical, audio, or other special equipment must be submitted at least two weeks in advance of the event and are subject to approval by museum staff.
MUSEUM STAFF are available for an additional fee.
Audio/Visual is available for an additional fee.
Security & cleaning charges will apply for parties greater than 100 people.