Atrium

The 10,000 square-foot, glass Atrium is the hub of the Central Library complex as well as a breathtaking area for your special event. The dramatically lit glass-encased space sets the stage for your reception, dance or dining event.

Capacity: 500
Not for ProfitFor Profit
Rental Fee$1500$2000
Hourly fee after 4 hours$375$500
Clowes Auditorium

Designed as an acoustically-correct concert and meeting hall, the Clowes Auditorium is ideal for many special events from corporate conferences, annual meetings and lectures to musical concerts and theatrical performances.

Capacity: 329
Not for ProfitFor Profit
Rental Fee$1100$1600
Hourly fee after 4 hours$275$400
East Garden

Facing Pennsylvania Street, the lush East Garden’s oval lawn is surrounded by generous amounts of seating, making it perfect for intimate parties and receptions.

Capacity: 500
Not for ProfitFor Profit
Rental Fee$700$1000
Hourly fee after 4 hours$175$250
Simon Reading Room

Arguably the city’s most magnificent entrance room, the Simon Reading Room is an ideal wedding and event venue. Flanked by two marble staircases and rich Indiana white oak paneled walls, the room was originally unveiled in 1917 as one of the city’s finest examples of classical architecture.

Capacity: 110
Not for ProfitFor Profit
Rental Fee$800$1200
Hourly fee after 4 hours$200$300
West Reading Room

A limestone staircase leads into this elegant, prestigious room perfect for intimate events. A focal fireplace, chandeliers, rich oak walls and large windows add to the ambiance of your occasion.

Capacity: 110
Not for ProfitFor Profit
Rental Fee$600$800
Hourly fee after 4 hours$150$200
Indianapolis Special Collections Room

The Special Collections Room features two separate areas: a sealed, climate-controlled room that preserves our collections and a viewing room where patrons can have a first-hand look at our valuable pieces. This room’s cityscape view and sophisticated décor make it ideal for hosting a meeting or small party.

Capacity: 24
Not for ProfitFor Profit
Rental Fee$350$500
Hourly fee after 4 hours$87.50$125
Vista Concourse

Hosting an event from Floor 6, you and your guests will be treated to spectacular sights of the city while enjoying a fine dining experience. The floor-to-ceiling glass walls offer magnificent viewing opportunities during the day and well into the night.

Capacity: 250
Not for ProfitFor Profit
Rental Fee$1,500$2,000
Hourly fee after 4 hours$375$500
Riley Meeting Room
Capacity: 100
Not for ProfitFor Profit
Rental Fee$220$340
Hourly fee after 4 hours$55$85
Knall Meeting Room
Capacity: 60
Not for ProfitFor Profit
Rental Fee$200$300
Hourly fee after 4 hours$50$75
Goodrich Houk Meeting Room
Capacity: 45
Not for ProfitFor Profit
Rental Fee$180$260
Hourly fee after 4 hours$45$65