The Fort Collins Museum of Discovery is available for event rentals, including corporate, nonprofit, and social events. Depending on the nature of the event, rental spaces may be available both during museum hours and after hours.
FCMoD is unable to accommodate:
- The on-premise sale of any commercial product (except for pre-approved book signings)
- Political rallies, fundraisers or similar events for the purpose of endorsing specific candidates for public office or ballot initiatives
- Other inappropriate uses as defined in the sole judgment of FCMoD. FCMoD reserves the right to review event requests on a case-by-case basis.
Please download and read the information below for a detailed explanation of event rental rules, regulations, and fees.
Fort Collins Museum of Discovery Special Events Rules & Regulations
Fort Collins Museum of Discovery Rental Fees
Booking Information
FCMoD can accommodate some events during business hours, including business meetings, birthday parties, and other programs. It is important that these events not interfere with museum operations or other guests’ experiences. Only specific areas are available for rent during business hours.
For special events during business hours (Tuesday – Sunday, 10am – 5pm), please call FCMoD’s Reservations Specialist, Sierra Tamkun, at 970-416-2812.
For special events before or after business hours, please call FCMoD’s Public Relations Coordinator, Beth Higgins, at 970-416-2727.
For Educational Partnerships, please call FCMoD’s Education Curator, Treloar Tredennick Bower, at 970-416-2768.
Reservations
FCMoD accepts reservation requests up to one year in advance. All spaces rent by the hour with a four hour minimum. FCMoD offers clients a one week courtesy hold before confirming the reservation with full payment and a signed contract. All rental fees must be paid in full at the signing of the contract as a deposit on the event. Any outstanding invoices from previous events must be paid in full before a new booking will be confirmed.
- Reservations open on the first business day of each month, one year in advance. (For example, clients may reserve a room for June 2014 beginning June 3, 2013.)
- All payments toward an event must come from the client as named on the contracts.
FCMoD cannot accept multiple payments from various individuals or organizations as deposits or payments for the event. Deposits are accepted by corporate check, certified check, money order or credit card using the attached form. No personal checks will be accepted.
Event Spaces
Lobby & Griffin Piano Lounge
- 3,016 square feet; Occupancy: 200
- Available for after-hours events only. Food and beverages are permitted in this area.
Classroom A / Classroom B
- 3,018 square feet; Occupancy: 100 (50 per classroom)
- Available for all events. Food and beverages are permitted in this area.
Main Exhibition Gallery
- 16,695 square feet; Occupancy: 550
- Available for after-hours events only. Food and beverages are not permitted in this area.
Woodward Special Exhibition Gallery
- 5,100 square feet; Occupancy: 170
- Available for after-hours events only. Food and beverages are not permitted in this area.
Available beginning 2014
Markley Community Room / Rooftop Deck
- Conference Room – 617 square feet; Occupancy: 40
- Available for all events. Food and beverages are permitted in this area.
- Rooftop Deck – 2,860 square feet; Occupancy: 95.
- Available for after-hours events only. Food and beverages are permitted in this area.
- Total Occupancy: 135
OtterBox Digital Dome Theater/ Upper lobby
- Digital Dome – 1,200 square feet; Occupancy: 79
- Upper Lobby – 1,285 square feet; Occupancy: 85
- Available for after-hours events only. Food and beverages are not permitted in this area.
Big Back Yard
- Occupancy: 250
- Available for after-hours events only. Food and beverages are permitted in this area.
Full Museum Facility
- Occupancy: 1,500
- Available for after-hours events only. Food and beverages are permitted in specified areas only.
Event spaces may be combined for one event; rates for both areas will apply. A discount is offered with the rental of the full museum facility.
Birthday Parties
FCMoD invites all families to enjoy a birthday party at the museum. Birthday Parties are available for children ages 4 – 12 years old.