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Discovery Science Center is a wedding venue located in Bridgeport, Connecticut that makes for a distinct and intriguing space to celebrate your momentous occasion. Fun programs take place at this museum throughout the year, offering public access to materials and sources that enhance the knowledge and understanding of science. The venue is privy to stunning views and houses the private Henry B. duPont III Planetarium. Couples and able to rent this planetarium to host a wedding that takes their guests deep into the mysteries and magic of space.

Facilities and Capacity

Discovery Science Center boasts award-winning architecture that allows light to filter in, illuminating the space within beautifully. The center gallery is a fantastic spot to host a sit-down occasion such as a rehearsal or reception dinner. Other event locations include the mezzanine art gallery, the auditorium, and the full dome planetarium. This planetarium makes for a particularly awe-inspiring ceremony and can fit up to 80 guests. The star show may be customized to add an otherworldly element to the special occasion and dazzle all those gathered. For a magnificent soundtrack to the wedding, music can also be played throughout the planetarium. And finally, for the reception, the museum has a full professional catering kitchen that is perfect for preparing delicious cuisine and drinks.

Services Offered

Discovery Science Center allows clients to contract their preferred vendors for everything from food to photography. The basic rental package includes setup, cleanup, and a selection of event rentals. For your celebration, the planetarium is equipped with a 4k laser dual-projector and can show pre-recorded shows on its 33-foot diameter dome.

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Frequently asked questions

Do you have a site fee for wedding receptions at your venue?

Yes

Do you have a site fee for wedding ceremonies at your venue?

Yes

Which of the following are included in starting site fee?

Chairs
Clean Up
Parking
Set Up

How many event spaces or rooms does your venue offer?

2

Describe your venue:

Art Gallery
Museum

What kind of settings are available?

Indoor

Which of the following wedding events does your venue service?

Ceremony
Reception
Bridal Shower
Engagement Party

What event services do you offer?

Clean Up
Event Rentals

What event items are available?

Audio Equipment
Chairs
Tables

What transportation and access is available?

Parking
Wheelchair Access

Reviews of Discovery Science Center

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Brian Sent on 10/08/2022
5 out of 5 rating

A truely unique venue for your wedding or other event!

We used the Discovery Science Center as our wedding and reception venue and it was a nerd/geek's paradise!

The museum's event coordinator Tana is incredible! She helped us throughout the process of planning and setting up the venue for our wedding day. She put up with our many many many visits to bug her on site and was a pleasure each and every time. Pricing to book the venue on a holiday even was very reasonable and we felt like we were given the 5-star treatment evertime we went to the venue. The day of her staff was also incredible and all were a huge reason why our special day went so smoothly.

The venue itself was an incredibly unique experience for all of our guests just like we wanted! The exhibits were open and accessible throughout our event and everyone had a blast! Plus a custom planetarium show during the reception. Such a one of a kind experience all around. If you are someone who enjoys space, tracking weather, D&D, and other "nerdy" enjoyments you will feel right at home getting married here or for any other event you might have!
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Meghan Sent on 12/02/2019
5 out of 5 rating

A dream wedding under stars...

Tana was wonderful from the get go. Always there to answer questions, so accommodating and with us visiting the venue with vendors and left us feeling assured. Our wedding was so fun, the planetarium show was fabulous and our guests had so much fun exploring the museum! We got so many comments that it was the best, most laid back wedding they’d been to! Thanks to the discovery museum team!!!
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Michael Sent on 10/23/2019
5 out of 5 rating

Top Notch A+

This venue was perfect for my wife's 40th birthday party! It gave a MetGala feeling, but very warm and representative of the vibe/vision I wanted. The team was very flexible and accommodating from beginning to end. I highly recommend this venue for anyone's events. Overall a A++
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Brianna Sent on 07/11/2019
5 out of 5 rating

Unique and Beautiful!

Having a wedding at the The Discovery Museum was such a wonderful experience! My whole family keeps calling me and telling me that it was the most fun and unique wedding that they had ever been too! They were so easy and convenient to work with! They set everything up, cleaned everything up, and made sure my husband (!) and I had a fun relaxing experience! I highly recommend this beautiful, unique venue!
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Suzanne Sent on 07/05/2019
5 out of 5 rating

Perfect event!

Working with Tana at the Discovery Museum was so great. She made our entire event run smoothly. I can't thank her enough for everything!
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Isabelle Sent on 09/05/2018
5 out of 5 rating
There are so many aspects of the Discovery Museum that made our wedding reception perfect! First and foremost, the staff was incredibly helpful and responsive to requests on the day of, and spent a lot of time communicating and meeting with us, our planner and other parties involved. They worked seamlessly with the florist and caterer for setup – they only had two hours to prepare and it all got done! We utilized the bottom floor for the cocktail party, and the middle floor for dinner and dancing. Guests were free to explore the museum and interact with the exhibits. Even I joined in on the obstacle course in my poufy white dress! Another great aspect about the museum is that elaborate decorations are not needed – the place pops all on its own.

I could say that we were really lucky that everything fell into place for us, but luck only gets you so far. Having good vendors is a plus, but a fantastic venue with excellent staff to coordinate the chaos is better than luck, and the credit goes to the Discovery Museum!
Jana
Jana Sent on 11/03/2014
5 out of 5 rating
The Discovery Museum was an amazing venue for our rehearsal dinner. The space is so cool we didn't have to decorate at all - which was great. We were able to bring in our own food and drinks which was yummy and also had the bonus effect of making whole event a relatively frugal affair.

They did an amazing planetarium show they customized just for us. Since it was too cloudy to see through the telescopes they did a demo of the space center instead. Our guests of all ages loved it! They even let us take pictures with the space rover after the event. It. was. awesome.

They were so flexible with all our needs and a true pleasure to work with. I only wish they had been big enough to be our wedding venue!
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Stephanie Sent on 08/29/2018
4.8 out of 5 rating
We had an amazing event! everything went smoothly and the attentiveness was beyond compare! would have another event in a second at Discovery Museum. accommodating, doting and really the best event space I can remember ever using! People were blown away by the space and the fact that it is neighbors with the climbing experience was beyond compare! the staff was so wonderful and so easy to work with! I cannot say enough about our event! this is an unknown gem! book it before everyone knows about it!
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Discovery Science Center frequently asked questions

Discovery Science Center includes the following items and services for wedding events in its starting site fee:
  • Chairs
  • Clean Up
  • Parking
  • Set Up
The space offered by Discovery Science Center for wedding events is known for:
  • Art Gallery
  • Museum
Discovery Science Center offers the following indoor/outdoor options for weddings:
  • Indoor
Discovery Science Center offers the following types of wedding events:
  • Ceremony
  • Reception
  • Bridal Shower
  • Engagement Party
Discovery Science Center offers the following services for wedding events:
  • Clean Up
  • Event Rentals
Discovery Science Center offers the following furniture and decor items for weddings:
  • Audio Equipment
  • Chairs
  • Tables
Discovery Science Center is recommended by 100% of couples who have used their services. Their overall rating is 5.0, with the same score awarded for quality of service, flexibility, value, professionalism and average response time.
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