Vermont Institute of Natural Science
Garden / Outdoor in Quechee, VT. Wedding venue pricing, packages and fees.
- Estimated cost: $6k–$7k est. rental for 120 guests
- Capacity: up to 125 guests
- Services: Venue rental only
- Address: Quechee, VT
The Vermont Institute of Natural Science is a nature center set on 47 acres of forest, meadow, and rolling hills near the Ottauquechee River in Quechee, Vermont. Outdoor ceremonies are held at the HawkFly, an area surrounded by bird enclosures that features split log benches, while receptions take place in the 40'x60' covered, open-air August Pavilion, which seats up to 125 guests. Additional spaces on the property include the heated, indoor Neale Pavilion and the 780-square-foot Sustainable Room, which features large picture windows overlooking the surrounding trees. Wedding packages include all tables and chairs, use of the sound system, trash and recycling services, one hour of access to the Forest Canopy Walk, and a cocktail hour by the raptor enclosures with a 30-minute live raptor meet-and-greet. Outside catering is required, and a caterer and bartender must be brought in separately as there is no bar on-site.
Food
Outside catering required. Caterer and bartender must be brought in separately.
Packages
- Venue Only Rental: Peak season rental is $5,500-$6,500. Off-season (November-May) is à la carte.
Includes: HawkFly area with split log benches for ceremony, August Pavilion (40'x60') for reception, Forest Canopy Walk (1 hour access), Cocktail hour by the raptor enclosures with 30-minute live raptor meet and greet, All chairs and tables, sound system use, trash and recycling
Taxes and fees
- Peak Season Saturday & Holiday Sunday Rental: $6,500
- Peak Season Sunday-Friday Rental: $5,500
- Off-Season Neale Pavilion Rental: $1,700
- Off-Season Table Rental: $25
- Off-Season Forest Canopy Walk Access: $1,000
- Off-Season Raptor Enclosure Cocktail Hour Access: $350
- Off-Season Raptor Meet and Greet: $150
- Off-Season Sound System Use: $100
- Wedding Rehearsal: $200
- Sustainable Classroom Rental: $600
- Security Deposit: 10%
Good to know
- VINS is open to the public from 10:00 AM to 5:00 PM; the public will be present during daytime photos.
- Off-season (November-May) is entirely à la carte.
- Music must be lowered and last call is at 10:00 PM, with all guests departing by 11:00 PM.
Common questions
How much does a wedding at Vermont Institute of Natural Science cost?
Based on Vermont Institute of Natural Science's published pricing, renting the venue for 120 guests runs about $5,500–$6,500. It's a venue rental, so catering and bar are priced separately. Your actual quote will depend on date, season and final guest count.
How many guests can Vermont Institute of Natural Science hold?
Vermont Institute of Natural Science can host up to 125 guests seated.
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