Environmental Learning Centers of Connecticut, Inc

501 Wolcott Road, Bristol, CT
Typically Responds within 24 hours
Capacity: 120 people

About Environmental Learning Centers of Connecticut, Inc

Our facilities at the The Harry C. Barnes Memorial Nature Center and Indian Rock Nature Preserve offer a natural setting for family gatherings, conferences or meetings, corporate functions, holiday parties, wedding receptions classes, and special events. Facilities are available September – June: day and evenings, weekends, and select holidays. Our Fuller F. Barnes Education Center, located on the Indian Rock Nature Preserve holds up to 180 people for conferences, classes, and special events. Our wedding reception capacity is 120. The Center also features a covered 40×60 patio and wrap-around deck! The tent space is available from April to mid-November.

Event Pricing

Wedding
Attendees: 0-120 | $2,000 - $5,000 /event
Pricing for weddings only
Other events
Attendees: 0-120 | $50 - $200 /hour
Pricing for parties and meetings only
Venue Types
Amenities
  • ADA/ACA Accessible
  • Fully Equipped Kitchen
  • Outdoor Function Area
  • Outside Catering Allowed
  • Waterview
  • Wireless Internet/Wi-Fi
Features
  • Max Number of People for an Event: 120
  • Special Features: We offer a cocktail hour program with one of our resident animals. We have birds of prey, frogs, snakes, and turtles that can make a guest appearance at your event.