State of Iowa Historical Building Rentals Wedding Season 2010/2011 Make your Wedding Night Historic
Background information The beautiful State Historical Building opened in 1987, and encompasses three floors of exhibits. Located at 600 E. Locust Street in the East Village of downtown Des Moines The museum offers free admission and is open Tuesday through Saturday 9 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., and Sunday, Noon to 4:30 p.m. Café Barattas located on the 3 rd floor.
Wedding Locations The State Historical Building offers three unique wedding locations within the facility Café TerraceThe AtriumGrand Terrace
The Café Terrace Outdoor patio terrace 60 feet above street level Right outside Barattas Café Excellent views of DSM skyline Seating capacity up to 240 guests
Des Moines beautiful skyline Wonderful views toward both downtown and the Capitol Complex The Café Terrace
The Atrium Seating capacity up to ,000 square feet Choose up to 4 different light settings
The Atrium A reception hall etched in history
The Grand Terrace Seating capacity up to 500 guests On street level with Grand Avenue Available for wedding ceremonies
The Grand Terrace
Seating capacity up to 70 guests Versatile café space Available for rehearsal dinners Café Barattas
Barattas Catering 50 years in existence as a family-owned Italian restaurant Exclusive building caterers Menus viewable on line Call or to or
Barattas Catering
Additional Information Free parking ramp located on the northwest corner of Grand Avenue and E. Penn. Complimentary classroom changing space for bridal parties. Opportunities to move around the building for different stages of your wedding night. Small sound system, projectors, pipe & drape, and open exhibits are available as rental options.
One historic evening set in Des Moines most remarkable venue A Wedding to Remember
Rental Information Contact Molly Gatto, Facility Rental Coordinator or call to schedule a tour: