This immersive add-on exhibit is a perfect spot for your guests to network and enjoy Colorado and beyond. Attendees will be inspired by the animals and ecosystems right in our backyard. The outdoor-themed area is dedicated to the rich and diverse life surrounding us and showcases a greater commitment to conserving all our natural treasures in our beautiful state.
Program this space for a pre-event reception area as an add-on for your appetizers and cocktail space, dancing, or for the families to hang out during your event. With the play areas, the children in attendance will have a space to play and enjoy with adult supervision.
Supported Layouts and Capacities
Amenities
- Dance Floor
- Wireless Internet/Wi-Fi
Features
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Atmosphere/Decor:
Hosting event activations
Cocktail Reception area
Hi-top cab tables
Counter space
Murals
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Special Features:
Add-On Exhibit Space
Tree
Rocks
Camping site
Camper
Walk-through exhibit area
The home of Rosie, the tarantula, and other small wonders of the world are ready to show off for your guests in this immersive add-on exhibit area. Engage and capture your guest’s attention while mingling during your event. Program this space for event flow, with high tops and beverage stations, for your finger food appetizers or simply a place to network.
Supported Layouts and Capacities
Features
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Atmosphere/Decor:
Add-On Exhibit Space
Spider Exhibits
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Floor Covering:
Hard stained cement
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Special Features:
Rosie the Spider
Outdoor Venue
| Maximum Capacity: 18
Discovery Gardens: Enjoy the look and feel of an English garden complete with a babbling brook, lily pad pond, a variety of seasonal flowers, lush foliage, two (2) gazebos, and an amphitheater. The charm of the floral landscape is breathtaking, and a multitude of seasonally-changing blossoms provides the perfect backdrop for outdoor garden events.
Garden Terrace: 56’ x 42’ – 2,352 sq ft
This large concrete patio features two (2) fire pits and is the perfect spot for events under the stars. This area is open for tents and adds ambient lighting effects.
Dragonfly Gazebo: Our large gazebo offers couples a secluded, garden-like setting surrounded by lush foliage. Flattering filtered light for early evening events and illuminated lighting areas are available. This gorgeous setting is perfect for your wedding nuptials or tables for your guests to enjoy.
Lily Pad Gazebo: Our small gazebo is the perfect size for the twosome that have decided to forego the wedding party! With enough room for the happy couple and officiant, this setup with the garden terrace - still seats 150 comfortably with the beautiful landscape of Jefferson County Open Space as a backdrop.
Amphitheater: Deeply nestled among the lush scenery, this enchanting area is perfect for team-building meetings, weddings, memorial celebrations, and social events. The amphitheater seats 70 comfortably and is accessed by patrons on foot or by wheelchair along compact gravel paved paths.
Supported Layouts and Capacities
Classroom - 18"
Capacity: 18 People
Amenities
- Waterview
- Wireless Internet/Wi-Fi
Features
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Floor Covering:
cement, compact pebble paths, lawn, gardens
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Special Features:
Garden Terrace
Dragonfly Gazebo
Lily Pad Gazebo
Amphitheater
Banquet Room
| Maximum Capacity: 250
Monarch Hall: 26’ x 52’ – 1,473 sq ft
This is an ample and fully customizable open space near our Discovery Gardens. The open floor plan and neutral colors are perfect for decor, and with our vendors, you can create a one-of-a-kind experience for your event! The space boasts hardwood floors and large windows overlooking our outside Discovery Gardens.
Supported Layouts and Capacities
Banquet - 10 per
Capacity: 15 People
Banquet - 8 per
Capacity: 25 People
Reception
Capacity: 250 People
Amenities
- Dance Floor
- Portable Walls
- Wireless Internet/Wi-Fi
Features
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Atmosphere/Decor:
Wood flooring
Large windows view to Discovery Gardens
Neutral cream and white walls
Screen & Projection
Soundsystem
Warming Kitchen
Discovery Garden Patio door entrance
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Floor Covering:
Wood
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Special Features:
Warming Kitchen is included. Large windows showcasing Discovery Gardens. This space is connected to the patio and Discovery Gardens.
This large grass area is a blank canvas and can be programmed for private parties or as another area for outdoor dining and activities for your attendees and guests.
Supported Layouts and Capacities
Features
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Atmosphere/Decor:
Open large lawn space
Trees and greenery border this area
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Floor Covering:
Green lawn
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Special Features:
Perfect for outdoor activations
Tents
Wings of the Tropics Conservatory: Our 7,200 square-foot tropical forest is home to 1,600 butterflies worldwide and displays 200 plant species. The tropical climate makes it perfect for ceremony gatherings.
Please note that the conservatory is darker in the evenings from November to mid-March with the time change. Additional lighting options are added to enhance your event experience.
Supported Layouts and Capacities
Features
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Atmosphere/Decor:
7,200 square-foot tropical rainforest
climate-controlled conservatory
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Special Features:
Add-On Exhibit Space
Ceremony areas
Networking
Exploring