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We Love a Great Event
No matter the type of event, we are here to make your vision a reality. From formal parties to casual gatherings, the Flint Hills Discovery Center's unique wedding and event venue is sure to be the perfect space for your celebration. Ideas of events hosted in our facility:
- Baby & Bridal Showers
- Birthday Parties
- Business Meetings & Conference Receptions
- Fraternity & Sorority Formals
- Graduation Parties
- Military Formals
- Rehearsal Dinners
- Staff Retreats
- Retirement Celebrations
- Wedding Ceremonies & Receptions
We are here to help.
Have an idea for an event not listed above? Contact Jonathan Mertz, Event Supervisor, at 785-587-2726 ext. 5607 or by email and he'll be in touch to discuss options.
Learn more.
Check out the tabs below for ideas, and visit our Rent the Discovery Center page for more information.
Have an idea for an event not listed above? Contact Jonathan Mertz, Event Supervisor, at 785-587-2726 ext. 5607 or by email and he'll be in touch to discuss options.
Learn more.
Check out the tabs below for ideas, and visit our Rent the Discovery Center page for more information.
Wedding Ceremonies & Receptions
- A unique wedding venue with packages that include exclusive, after-hours access to our interactive exhibits
- On-site event staff to help you with your special day
- Guests will enjoy the beauty of the Flint Hills reflected throughout the venue
- Spaces available for up to 200 people (seated), with both indoor and outdoor options
Learn more about weddings at the Flint Hills Discovery Center.
Meetings, Retreats & Presentations
- A fresh alternative for your next retreat, staff training, or educational event
- The Flint Hills Discovery Center's private meeting rooms are ideal venues
- Meeting rooms are full of natural light and just steps away from our rooftop terrace for breaks
- Equipped with free Wi-Fi, AV, and recycling/trash services
- Several hotel options within walking distance
Learn more about our event venue, including pricing and availability.
Birthday Parties
Birthday Party Packages at the Flint Hills Discovery Center
It'll be a birthday they are sure to remember!
- Birthday Party Package for $300 - Ideal for kid's birthdays; let us take care of all the details. Celebrate in a private room next to the Prairie Playscape. Themed cupcakes, ice cream, exhibit passes, and a staff member to lead activities are included. The only thing left to do is invite their friends!
- Discovery Package for $200 - Alternative for those who wish to plan their own party. Appropriate for any age, it’s perfect with a private room and discounted passes. You bring the cake! Add-on an education experience for even more fun. Choose a 30-minute program for $65 or double the fun with a 60-minute program for $100. Topics include cowboys, bison, geology, and our live reptiles. Perfect for kids' birthday parties!
Learn more about Birthday Parties at Flint Hills Discovery Center.
Rent a Space to Host Your Own Party
The Flint Hills Discovery Center offers private rooms available by the hour during the day and after hours to celebrate any age.
Rent a Space to Host Your Own Party
The Flint Hills Discovery Center offers private rooms available by the hour during the day and after hours to celebrate any age.
Learn more about our event venue, including pricing and availability.
Celebrations & Social Events
- Host a military formal or fraternity/sorority party with us and "wow" your guests
- Celebrate someone special with a bridal or baby shower in one of our private rooms
- Gather your friends and family for a rehearsal dinner or graduation party in one of our unique spaces
- Plan a daytime or evening social event at the Discovery Center in conjunction with your event/conference at the nearby convention center or K-State's campus
- With the ability to customize our facility to your event needs and guest count, the possibilities are endless
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Jonathan Mertz
Event SupervisorPhone: 785-587-2726, ext. 5607