Renting the Urban Ecology Center in Riverside Park
Overlooking Riverside Park, the Urban Ecology Center offers breathtaking views of the surrounding forests along the Milwaukee River. Your guests will enjoy taking a stroll in our gardens, exploring our award-winning building and admiring the view from our second floor deck and tower. We would love to host your event and can accommodate a wide variety of parties including weddings, receptions, dinners and birthday parties, as well as your organization’s next fundraiser, business meeting or retreat.
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Why rent the Urban Ecology Center?
- Our convenient East Side location is just five minutes from downtown Milwaukee!
- Renters may hire any caterer of their choice, choose one of our Earth Friendly Caterers or bring in their own food to serve.
- No hidden fees! Amenities including parking, AV equipment, dishes, furniture and more are free for renters to use (see handout for more details).
Our beautiful, state-of-the-art green facility will make the perfect backdrop for your environmentally friendly event.- We offer discounted rates for members and non-profit organizations.
- All proceeds help support our mission to bring quality environmental education to urban youth, adults and families.
For further information or to schedule a visit, please contact Mike Larson at mlarson@urbanecologycenter.org or by calling (414) 964-8505, x126.
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