Situated in the heart of downtown Raleigh on Moore Square, Marbles Kids Museum and IMAX Theatre offer spectacular space to mix business with pleasure. Stunning architecture, interactive exhibits and vibrant, festive spaces provide an ideal and unique setting for any type of gathering, large or small - 20 to 2,000 - from corporate meetings and receptions to formal dinners and black-tie galas.
- Available seven days a week
- More than 20,000 square feet of meeting space
- More than 19,000 square feet of exhibit space
- IMAX Theatre available for presentations and movies
Your business savvy extends beyond the boardroom. Marbles Kids Museum is an energetic, uplifting
environment for your next corporate retreat, workshop, board meeting or breakfast or lunch gathering. After hours, Marbles Kids Museum combines creativity with spectacular spaces to make your gathering one of a kind, inspired and truly unforgettable.
Plan Your Event Today!
Let our experienced event manager assist you in coordinating all of your specific needs.
Call 919.857.1042 or email to rental@marbleskidsmuseum.org.
Amenities
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Campus-wide wireless Internet access
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Audio and video conferencing capabilities
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T-3 Internet access in all rooms
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9'x12' screen projection system
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State-of-the-art audio-visual equipment and systems
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Well-equipped catering kitchens
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In house sound systems
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Onsite security
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Highly trained event managers and technical support team
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Chairs and tables included in the rental fee
Room Capacities
The following spaces are available for rental 7:00am-11:00pm Monday - Sunday.
| Room |
Size |
Sq. Ft. |
Room Capacities |
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Banquet |
Theatre |
Reception |
U-Shape |
Classroom |
| Zanzibar A/B |
72’ x 48’ |
3,456 |
180 |
300 |
250 |
80 |
200 |
| Zanzibar A |
42’ x 48’ |
2,016 |
120 |
200 |
175 |
55 |
140 |
| Zanzibar B |
30’ x 48’ |
1,440 |
60 |
100 |
75 |
25 |
65 |
| Venture Hall |
80’ x 51’ |
4,100 |
240 |
350 |
310 |
96 |
260 |
| Think Tank |
28’ x 46’ |
1,288 |
55 |
85 |
65 |
20 |
58 |
The following spaces are available for rental 5:00pm-11:00pm Monday-Sunday.
| Space |
Banquet |
Reception |
| Curiosity Square |
250 |
500 |
| West Courtyard |
40 |
75 |
| Entire First Floor |
N/A |
1,200 |
| Entire Second Floor |
N/A |
600 |
| Entire Facility |
N/A |
2,000 |
| The Oculus |
50 |
75 |
Room Rental Fees
| Space |
Daytime Rental Fee |
Evening Rental Fee (Sunday - Friday) |
Saturday Evening Rental Fee |
| Entire Museum |
Call for pricing (Monday only) |
$4000 |
$4500 |
| First Floor |
Call for pricing (Monday only) |
$2500 |
$3000 |
| Curiosity Square |
$1000 (Monday only) |
$1500 (available after 5pm) |
$2000 (available after 5pm) |
Curiosity Square, Oculus and Terrace |
$1200 (Monday only) |
$1800 (available after 5pm) |
$2300 (available after 5pm) |
| North Courtyard at IMAX |
$600 |
$1000 |
$1000 |
| Oculus & Terrace |
$400 (Monday only) |
$1000 |
$1000 |
| Second Floor |
Call for pricing (Monday only) |
$1500 |
$1500 |
| Terrace |
$600 (Monday only) |
$1000 |
$1000 |
Venture Hall & North Courtyard at IMAX |
$1000 |
$1400 |
$1400 |
| West Courtyard |
$600 (Monday only) |
$1000 |
$1000 |
| Zanzibar Room A/B |
$800 |
$1200 |
$1200 |
| Zanzibar Room A |
$500 |
$1000 |
$1000 |
| Zanzibar Room B |
$300 |
$1000 |
$1000 |
Zanzibar Room A/B and Curiosity Square |
$1400 (Monday only) |
$1800 (available after 5pm) |
$2300 (available after 5pm) |
Zanzibar Room A/B, Curiosity Square, Oculus and Terrace |
$1600 (Monday only) |
$2100 (available after 5pm) |
$2600 (available after 5pm) |
| Think Tank |
$300 (upon availability) |
$1000 |
$1000 |
Wachovia IMAX® Theatre and Lobby |
Call for pricing |
Call for pricing |
Call for pricing |
Please Note:

Approved Caterers
Barbara Boney Caters | 919.255.3667
Caffe Luna | 919.832.6090
Catering Works | 919.828.5932
Empire Eats | 919.459.2347
Green Planet Catering | 919.832.6767
Irregardless Café Catering | 919.789.9274
Kaplan Catering | 919.846.9808
The Matthews House Catering | 919.467.1944
Mitchell's Catering & Events | 919.847.0135
Posh Nosh Catering | 919.839.6004
Rocky Top Hospitality | 919.829.3771
Roly Poly | 919.834.1135
Sisters' Catering | 919.872.2100
Square Rabbit | 919.829.9223
Triangle Catering | 919.873.9500
In-house Beverage Service
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Coffee Service: $25 per urn (serves 20-25 cups per urn)
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Set Up for Coffee: $20 includes cups, sleeves, lids, napkins, sweeteners and half and half and stir sticks
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Ice Cold Bottled Water: $1 per bottle
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Hot Tea Service: $20 includes 24 tea bags, hot water and set up