Venue Rental FAQs
Can I arrive early to set up for my event?
Yes! You may arrive 30 minutes before your event to set up. If you need more time, please reach out to the KCM sales team to discuss.
Do I need to track headcount for my event?
Yes! Our museum allows for up to 500 guests; when tallying your headcount, please include every adult and child, including museum members. The only people who do not need to be included are children under 12 months of age.
Will I have access to all areas of the museum?
Yes! Indoors you’ll find 17 engaging, hands-on exhibits and four private party rooms. Outdoors, you’ll have our entire parking lot with 200 parking spots and two acres of space in our Habitat Park (season permitting).
Can I bring in food and drinks?
Yes! You can bring in any food and drink of your choosing, with the caveat that it remains in our four party rooms (unless otherwise agreed by the Museum). You will also be responsible for providing all tableware – plates, utensils, napkins, cups, etc.
Can I bring “adult beverages?”
Yes! KCM does not carry a liquor license, so only caterers approved by the Museum are authorized to serve liquor at your party. Your contract will provide more details on this.
Do you have AV hook ups & capabilities on-site?
Yes! KCM has a small sound system (1-2 small speakers + microphone) for rent. If you’d like a bigger set up, you can rent from a third-party vendor knowing we have hook ups and power outlets to accommodate. We’ve successfully hosted past events that brought in DJs, special event lighting, sound systems, projections, etc.
Do you provide tables and chairs?
Yes! We have ample seating and tables in our four party rooms. If you need to rent additional chairs and tables from an outside vendor, please coordinate with the KCM sales team. FYI, we do not provide highchairs.
Can I see the four party rooms?
Yes! Click this link to view our party rooms.
Are there guidelines for decorating?
Yes! You may decorate the Museum and four party rooms within the following parameters: all decorations MUST be hung with painters’ tape; no scotch tape or any other tape allowed on walls or ceilings. Prohibited items include: latex balloons (mylar balloons are welcome), glitter, confetti, and candles (unless used on a cake).
Is there a payment schedule and cancellation policy?
Yes! 50% of the event fee is due upon booking and the remaining 50% is due on the day of the event. If extenuating circumstances arise and you must cancel your event, we will honor your payment and make best faith efforts to re-book a new date for your event within 90 days of your existing reservation date. Please note you may only rebook your event date once. After 90 days, your initial 50% payment is forfeited.
Are we allowed to hire vendors for our event?
Yes! Please discuss directly with the Museum to coordinate logistics. As with any food delivery for your event, you will be responsible for meeting all vendors at the museum entrance and walking them in.