Everything has led you to this place in time.
Let your first steps together begin at Conner Prairie. Whether you are planning a traditional wedding or an intimate gathering we have many options to create the event of your dreams. With 5 unique venues and countless picturesque locations on our grounds, your celebration will be unforgettable.
Be sure to ask about our NEW all-inclusive Micro-Wedding package! A curated experience featuring Conner Prairie's most unique locations.
To get started, please contact Catering and Banquet Sales at 317-776-6000 ext. 381 or email catering@connerprairie.org.
Click here to download our Weddings on the Prairie packet.
Wedding Venues
Prairie House
Tucked among the trees and rolling hills, this renovated house features an open, modern cabin style.
Featherston Barn
This iconic red barn offers a rustic-chic ambience inside and out.
Overlook Room
A room with a (spectacular) view.
Woodland Hall
Large, flexible meeting room that can be divided into two smaller spaces.
1859 Balloon Voyage
Science, technology, engineering, and math meet history in a boundless voyage through time.
Chinese House & The Bluffs
Nestled on the bluffs overlooking White River, this renovated treasure showcases an artistic interior.
“We enjoyed working with you, and have had so many compliments on the venue, the event, the food! Thanks for all your help!”
Karen
Introducing Conner Prairie's 2020 Catering Partners
We are excited to announce that the following caterers will be working directly with our clients to provide delicious food and top-notch service to our private event clients. Please contact them for menus and pricing information.
Jonathan Byrd's
For nearly 30 years, Jonathan Byrd's has had the pleasure of hosting and catering thousands of events throughout the Central Indiana Area. With creative event specialists, customizable menus, talented culinary artists, and courteous staff, Jonathan Byrd's will ensure your event is exactly as you've envisioned.
Contact Lauralee Bates: 317-590-7066 ~ Email: lauralee.bates@jonathanbyrds.com
A Cut Above
A Cut Above combines YOUR vision and YOUR style along with OUR expertise in creating extraordinary weddings, social gatherings, and corporate events by serving customized culinary experiences that exceed expectations.
Contact Lauren Johnston: 317-575-9514 ~ Email: info@acutabovecatering.com
Simply Served
Simply Served Catering, the casual catering division of Ritz Charles, delivers simple ingredients that are simply prepared and simply delicious. The menu is casual and affordable but the service and quality are what one would expect from a Ritz Charles Company. Our staff is here to guide you through the entire process for a Simply perfect event.
Contact Colin Daly: 317-575-2244 ~ Email: cdaly@simplyserved.net
City Barbeque
At City Barbeque, we cater incredible events. Your guests will love our slow-smoked meats, made-from-scratch sides, and indulgent desserts. You'll love our eye-catching cast-iron buffets, customizable menu options, and friendly one-on-one service! Our catering specialists provide a stress-free planning process and the perfect personalized event. Give us a call to talk about our award-winning barbeque (and don't forget to ask about our live carving stations, lemonade stands, and vegetarian options)! We can't wait to serve you.
For social & corporate events call Temple Rice: 317-403-3941 ~ Email: trice@citybbq.com
For wedding events call Ashlee Silva: 317-473-5850 ~ Email: asilva@citybbq.com
Frequently Asked Questions
We book events up to one year in advance.
Conner Prairie provides a venue coordinator who works with you leading up to your event to develop an accurate BEO (banquet event order), and ensures the BEO details are executed through the day of your event. The venue coordinator ensures the site is set properly, catering runs smoothly, and any facilities issues that may arise are handled.
We highly recommend hiring a professional event planner to coordinate all vendors (photographers, florists, disc jockeys, etc.) and to oversee your ceremony-day details.
All catering will be provided by one of our four outstanding catering partners. They offer a wide variety of options and price points to create your perfect menu. See our Weddings on the Prairie PDF for catering choices and contact info.
A minimum guarantee must be confirmed with your caterer 14 days prior to your wedding date. We will also need this number for final room setup details.
Ceremonies held away from the contracted reception space may be subject to additional setup and equipment fees. Please reference the Weddings on the Prairie PDF for details.
How long can my rehearsal last? The ceremony rehearsal is arranged as a courtesy through the venue coordinator. Approximately one hour is allotted, and must not interfere with any other scheduled event. Though not guaranteed, every effort is made to hold rehearsal at the ceremony location.
How many people can assist me during the setup? As a courtesy to wedding clients, rentals typically include six hours of access for decorating and rehearsal the day prior to the contracted event. This is based on availability and not guaranteed. All arrivals for vendors and/or wedding party must be arranged in advance and included in the BEO.
Your wedding party and vendor arrival times are pre-arranged and included in your BEO, which documents access times to prep rooms, ceremony and reception site(s). Some venues may have time limitations based on museum programming. All events must end by 11:00pm, unless otherwise contracted.
Conner Prairie’s historic grounds are available for photography before opening at 10 a.m. or after closing at 5 p.m. Non-historic locations are available all day. A staff member will be provided to escort you and your photographer to all sites. Access to the grounds any date other than the date of your contracted wedding may require an additional fee.
Food safety regulations preclude allowing food to be taken away from the premises, packed in to-go containers or left out longer than the set serving time.
Send-off ideas must be discussed with your venue coordinator prior to the event. Rice, confetti, balloons, Chinese lanterns, bubbles and sparklers are not permitted on the grounds.
Conner Prairie makes weather safety a top priority, while also striving for a successful event. We cannot be held liable for weather or any cause beyond the museum’s control. Refunds are not given for changes due to weather, with the exception of 1859 Balloon Voyage.
Your contract is revised when the minimum guarantee is given 14 days prior to your event. Pre-payment is due at this time based on this estimate. Any items based on consumption, or an increase in guest count, will be invoiced after the event. Credit cards or other pre-approved methods of payment may be arranged for after-event invoicing.
Food and beverage contracts are assessed an 8% sales tax with a 20% service charge added to the final bill. All consumption-based components and/or "add-ons" to the contract are invoiced within five (5) business days following the event via your pre-arranged method of payment.
All deposits are non-refundable, but your deposit may be transferred to an alternative date. If your event is cancelled fewer than 60 days prior to the event, a cancellation fee of up to 100 percent of the estimated charges on the event agreement may be assessed.
Parking is always free. However, for weddings held on the same day as a Conner Prairie special event, parking for all guests is on a first come, first served basis.
Further Questions about Weddings on the Prairie?
Contact Catering and Banquet Sales
317-776-6000 ext. 381 | catering@connerprairie.org