Seacoast Science Center 570 Ocean Boulevard • Rye • NH 03870
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Why You'll Love This Place
A Here Comes The Guide Wedding Venue Review
- Your spectacular oceanside event will boast a different view every hour, from the in-and-out of the tides to a dramatic fog clearing into a brilliant blue sky. Whether you dream of a casual lobster bake, an intimate farm-to-table dinner, or an elegant black-tie affair, you'll have the flexibility to bring your vision to life in an exquisite setting.
- Exchange vows in front of the rocky shoreline with a soundtrack of crashing waves, then follow with dinner and dancing beneath an airy al fresco tent. Throughout, you and your guests will enjoy ocean panoramas that encompass sparkling seas dotted with sailboats, four different lighthouses, and the Isles of Shoals.
- Invite your guests to explore the interactive exhibits and aquariums inside the Center; in addition to sharing the mission of the Science Center with your nearest and dearest, your rental helps support its efforts to promote the conservation and health of the ocean and its inhabitants through community outreach and in-depth educational programming.
DEALS: What discounts, special offers, or packages are available here?
Prime 2025 dates in June and October are still available! Inquire for details.
PRICES: What's this going to cost?
Rental Fee
- $9,750/event
Rental fees include:
- 6-hour time frame for ceremony & reception, plus additional time for setup
- Use of the 40' x 90' Bayview white tent
- All weather flooring, clear siding, and electricity
- Access to the venue's exhibits, facilities, and restrooms throughout the event
- Staff member to assist starting 4 hours prior to the start time
Tables, chairs, dance floor, and bump-out tents must be rented from Sperry Tents Seacoast for outdoor events.
GUEST COUNT: How many people can we have here? What’s the max capacity?
| Indoors | Outdoors | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Ceremony | Seated | 50 | 200 |
| Cocktails, etc. | Standing | 50 | 200 |
| Reception | Seated | 50 | 200 |
| Meetings | Total meeting capacity for this venue is 50. | ||
Venue Info
OPTIONS: What kinds of events can we have here?
- Outdoor Ceremony
- Ceremony
- Wedding Receptions
- Outdoor Reception
- LGBTQ+ Friendly
- Small Wedding
- Special Events / Parties
- Business Functions / Meetings
POLICIES: What are the food, alcohol, music, and other rules here?
Price
$$
Catering
Preferred list
BYO
Alcohol
BYO
All alcohol must be served by a caterer or insured bartending service with a valid NH liquor license. A police detail must be hired at the rate of $95/hour, with a 4 hour minimum.
Amplified Music
Outdoors
Wheelchair Access
Wheelchair accessible
Availability
Year-round, weekends.
STYLE: What’s the style and overall vibe of this venue?
Buildings & other settings available:
- Non-Profit
- Park
- Unique
- Beach / Ocean
- Museum
- Garden
- Beach Wedding Ceremony
- Historic / Landmark Building
- Zoo / Aquarium
VIEWS: What kind of views does this place have?
Peep the views you’ll enjoy from this venue!
- Creek / River
- Forest / Woods
- Garden
- Meadow / Fields
- Ocean / Bay
- Panoramic
- Park
Seacoast Science Center
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