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Reception
$1,075 starting price
Ceremony
$550 starting price
Reception
$1,075 starting price
Ceremony
$550 starting price

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The Hands On Children's Museum is a fun, whimsical venue for your wedding

Let 8 galleries and 150 exciting exhibits set the stage for your big day.

Have your ceremony in the open air in our 1/2 acre Outdoor Discovery Center or one of our special indoor exhibits. Your reception can take place outside or move inside, where you can dance to a live band and play in the museum all night.

The Museum is located in the heart of downtown Olympia, WA, on the East Bay waterfront. Our facility is LEED and Green Globes Certified for the eco-friendly couple.

This space is perfect for family friendly wedding needs and for the young at heart.

Your event will be personalized and coordinated with the help of a dedicated, experienced event coordinator. We'll make sure that your special day is stress-free, easy, and of course, fun.

Call us to schedule a tour today!

For More Information, Please Call: 360-956-0818

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Frequently asked questions

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

Yes

What is the starting site fee for wedding receptions during peak season?

$1,075

What is the starting site fee for wedding receptions during off-peak season?

$1,075

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

Yes

What is the starting site fee for wedding ceremonies during peak season?

$550

What is the starting site fee for wedding ceremonies during off-peak season?

$550

Which of the following are included in starting site fee?

Bridal Suite
Chairs
Clean Up
Event Planning
Parking
Set Up
Tables

What is the minimum number of guests required to book your venue?

75

How many event spaces or rooms does your venue offer?

9

Describe your venue:

Museum
Park

What kind of settings are available?

Indoor
Covered Outdoor
Uncovered Outdoor

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 Planner
Get Ready Rooms

What event items are available?

Audio Equipment
Chairs
Photo booth
Tables
Tents

What food and beverage items are available?

Linens

What transportation and access is available?

Parking
Wheelchair Access

What months are included in your peak season?

May
July
August
September
December

What months are included in your off-peak season?

January
February
March
April
June
October
November
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Reviews of Hands On Children's Museum

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Nicole Sent on 01/19/2018
5 out of 5 rating
The wedding was amazing!!!! It felt magical! I could not have asked for anything more. All of our guests had loads of fun. My wedding will be talked about for a very long time. I love how we were able to have a beautiful ceremony and then playful fun for the reception. The HOCM staff were wonderful! They were out of the way but close by! The price may seem high but when you consider that you have the staff and a coordinator it is more than worth every single penny. When I arrived I was actually able to just enjoy myself and get ready. It was a pure joy to not worry about getting things set up. I cannot say enough good things. HOCM made my wedding dreams come true.
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Ashley Sent on 07/14/2017
5 out of 5 rating
The venue was incredible and we had access to the entire museum. Since our friends and family have many children, we wanted a place that would accommodate all. The HOCM did that and more. Adults and teens also had a blast! It was VERY reasonably priced, especially compared to the other venues in Olympia. There is also the possibility for a rainy day contingency plan. The staff was wonderful and very supportive! They made it a flawless event for us! The Hands On Children's Museum is truly a hidden gem in the wedding world. I highly recommend this venue for any event!
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Hands On Children's Museum frequently asked questions

Hands On Children's Museum includes the following items and services for wedding events in its starting site fee:
  • Bridal Suite
  • Chairs
  • Clean Up
  • Event Planning
  • Parking
  • Set Up
  • Tables
The space offered by Hands On Children's Museum for wedding events is known for:
  • Museum
  • Park
Hands On Children's Museum offers the following indoor/outdoor options for weddings:
  • Indoor
  • Covered Outdoor
  • Uncovered Outdoor
Hands On Children's Museum offers the following types of wedding events:
  • Ceremony
  • Reception
  • Bridal Shower
  • Engagement Party
Hands On Children's Museum offers the following services for wedding events:
  • Clean Up
  • Event Planner
  • Get Ready Rooms
Hands On Children's Museum offers the following furniture and decor items for weddings:
  • Audio Equipment
  • Chairs
  • Photo booth
  • Tables
  • Tents
Hands On Children's Museum 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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