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Nestled in the heart of the historic Lockerbie neighborhood

Just minutes from the Mass Ave Cultural District, you’ll find the James Whitcomb Riley Museum Home Vistor Center.

This 3,000 square foot venue will provide an impeccable ambiance for your next meeting, conference, special event, seminar, retreat or party.

Indoor Space:

  • Classroom Set-Up on top floor: 30 guests max
  • Classroom Set-Up on bottom floor: 30 guests max
  • Theatre Set-Up on top floor: 60 guests max
  • Theatre Set-Up on bottom floor: 60 guests max
  • U-Shape Set-Up on top floor: 20 guests max
  • U-Shape Set-Up on bottom floor: 20 guests max
  • Rounds Set-Up on top floor: 40 guests max

Use of the JWR Visitor Center includes main level, lower level and outdoor patio. The space is hybrid compatible offering multi-media technology including presentation screen, conference phones, webcams, and other technical needs on both upper and lower levels.

Rental fee includes:

  • Complimentary chairs, conference tables and banquet tables
  • Complimentary tour of the historic home available
  • Flexible catering options. Choose from a list of approved caterers and vendors or submit your own
  • Use of the lower level or garden space for breakout sessions

Ask about our non-profit rates as well as discounts for booking multiple events.

Please reach out to our Event Sales Manager, Amanda Mirani, at AMirani@RileyKids.org for pricing and information on private event rentals