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Situated on Milwaukee’s lakefront, Discovery World is the perfect venue for your special event. We offer a vast array of breathtaking sites both in and outdoors. Our attention to detail is unsurpassed. From corporate events and weddings, to graduations and galas, Discovery World is the ideal choice to delight your guests.
Private events at Discovery World are catered by the award-winning cuisine and service of Bartolotta Catering & Events.
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Events Manager, Sarah Kenlay
414-759-9161
800+ guests
With 9,000 square feet of customizable space, the Pavilion at Discovery World is designed to adapt to your event’s needs.
Featuring full AV capabilities, production rigging, and a private entrance for seamless vendor setup and guest arrivals, the Pavilion ensures a smooth event experience. Floor-to-ceiling windows showcase breathtaking views of Lake Michigan, the Milwaukee Art Museum, and the city skyline, while an adjacent outdoor patio and lawn provide additional space for cocktail hours, receptions, or breakout sessions.
From large-scale productions to intimate gatherings, the Pavilion offers the perfect blend of elegance, flexibility, and functionality.
600+ guests
The Pilot House is a one-of-a-kind circular ballroom featuring 360-degree panoramic views of Lake Michigan, the Milwaukee Art Museum, and the city skyline. With a wraparound outdoor terrace, this stunning venue offers an unforgettable backdrop for events of all sizes.
Beyond its breathtaking views, the Pilot House provides full AV capabilities and a unique opportunity to combine your event with Wisconsin’s largest aquarium or the world’s largest interactive Great Lakes exhibit, adding an exciting and educational element to your experience.
With the best views in Milwaukee, the Roger & Judy Smith Family Pilot House is the perfect venue for your wedding or corporate event.Â
By hosting your event at Discovery World, you are supporting our mission to inspire generations to discover the wonders of science.
600+ guests
Connected to the Promenade and Pavilion to provide unique indoor/outdoor experiences in a picturesque lakeside environment.
300+ guests
A spacious area perfect for hosting event registrations, business fairs, or markets, offering a linear floorplan and beautiful views of the harbor.
130+ guests
With theater seating and a large integrated screen/projection system, this space is perfect for presentations and keynotes. Open the curtains to enjoy beautiful views of the Lake Michigan harbor.
375+ guests
This interactive space is filled with oversized blocks, inviting attendees to collaborate and construct unique structures. Exercise your creative muscles while you enjoy networking and teambuilding in a fun, relaxed atmosphere.
200+ guests
Featuring a scale model of the Great Lakes, this interactive exhibit connects the Pilot House, Aquarium, and Promenade for a unique cocktail experience.
200+ guests
Power up your event with this exhibit, featuring a Van de Graaff generator, Tesla coil, and more! Conveniently connected to both the Promenade and Pavilion for a seamless event experience.
120 guests
Wisconsin’s largest aquarium provides a unique meeting space. Can be combined with other room rentals or reserved separately.
100+ guests
This two-story exhibit invites guests to mix and mingle with robots while enjoying their drinks and views of the Milwaukee Skyline.
20 guests
Focused on circuits, robotics, coding, and programming.
20 guests
A space to inspire exploration and self-expression through color and design.
20 guests
Focused on Lake Michigan and fresh water as a resource, this lab space highlights water quality, invasive species, and freshwater organisms.
18 guests
A making space that explores architecture, engineering, and design. Open to the public on weekends, offering guests creative hands-on projects.
16 guests
Explores water’s role in manufacturing consumer products
12 guests
A hands-on space focused on anatomy and microorganisms.
Yes, Bartolotta Catering & Events is the exclusive caterer for Discovery World.
Yes, events can occur while the museum is open. However, some locations can become less private while the museum is open due to general admission traffic.
If a private space is booked for your event, no admission fee will apply. However, if exhibit areas of the museum are needed, fees will apply depending on time of day.
Dates and availability need to be confirmed before a hold is placed. Once a date and its availability are confirmed, we will send you a contract. We ask that you wait to send out any invitations for your event until all parties have signed the contract.
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500 N Harbor Dr
Milwaukee, WI 53202
414-765-9966
