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Experience an Event at the Danforth Center

Monday, 07 July 2014

The Donald Danforth Plant Science Center is a nonprofit research institute with a mission to improve the human condition through plant science. The state-of-the-art building, designed and developed by Nicholas Grimshaw & Partners and Hellmuth, Obata and Kassabaum, offers magnificent spaces in a very unique setting that are available for rent for corporate and private events including luncheons, galas, receptions, meetings, conferences, workshops and seminars.
The dramatic spaces throughout the facility are easily transformed from daytime meetings and luncheons to an evening affair carried out with style and sophistication.

Enter the Upper Atrium from the dramatic front plaza. The striking open floor plan, high ceilings and contemporary setting offers a myriad of possibilities for your event. The Upper Atrium can host up to 250 for a seated and served event, or up to 350 for a cocktail reception.

During warmer months, the Miller Terrace is available to enhance your event.

The Lower Atrium, located adjacent to the auditorium and conference rooms, offers a dramatic waterfall and an open floor plan that provides a welcome gathering place for receptions before and after an event. It can accommodate up to 100 for a seated and served event, or up to 185 for a reception.

Featuring state-of-the-art audio visual equipment and custom seating, the auditorium can accommodate 300 guests and is ideal for presentations, ceremonies and performances.

Located on the third floor, overlooking the Kemper reflection pool, the Board Room is the ideal location for meetings, private luncheons and dinners. The wet bar and state-of-the-art audio visual equipment adds to the many amenities the room offers.

Looking for a Unique Holiday Venue? Book the Danforth Center by July 31st to receive $250 off of your Danforth Center facility fee and complimentary coffee or hot chocolate station with festive toppings from Butler's Pantry, Danforth Center’s exclusive caterer.

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