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For your
next special event, enjoy the unique atmosphere
at the H.R. MacMillan
Space Centre. The stunning space and
astronomy-themed areas, state-of-the-art multimedia
theatres, and exhibit areas make the Space Centre
an attractive venue for any occasion. Whether
it's for your corporation's product launch,
your son's birthday party, your school's reunion,
an office party, or a news conference, we will
help you create an event that is unique, fun,
and memorable for a group of ten or a thousand.
Set in spectacular Vanier Park, the Space Centre
is just 10 minutes from downtown Vancouver.
Fly your clients to Mars in our Virtual
Voyages simulator ride or impress
your audience with corporate presentations on
panoramic screens in the Planetarium
Theatre. With a number of unusual and
attractive rental spaces, exciting exhibits,
and customized programs, an event at the Space
Centre makes a lasting impression. Join us for
interactive fun and excitement!
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Additional
services to make your event even more memorable
include:
- multi-media technology available
- flexible hours with customized
programming options
- wheelchair accessible
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H.R.
MacMillan Planetarium Theatre
Wrap-around panoramas, special projector/laser
effects, high resolution video projection, internet
access, elevated stage and a circular seating
arrangement make this a truly unique multi-media
facility. It is ideal for high-tech corporate
shows, live performances, or product launches.
The capacity of this theatre is 230.
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Star
Deck
This foyer area to the Star Theatre can accommodate
200 individuals at a stand- up reception for use
prior to, after, or independent of a Star Theatre
event. This reception area includes spectacular
panoramic views of English Bay and Downtown Vancouver.
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GroundStation
Canada Theatre
One of the highlights of the Space Centre is this 87-seat
multi-media theatre. Its capability of slide and
video projection, internet access, and other multi-media
tools makes this sleek and otherworldly theatre
an excellent choice for product launches, press
conferences and technology-related presentations.
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Cosmic
Courtyard
Discover a whole new universe as you explore
our home planet Earth, the solar system and other
worlds in this interactive gallery space. Visit
the International Space Station, dock the shuttle,
touch a real moon rock, launch a rocket, morph
yourself into an alien and much more!
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Virtual Voyages Simulator
-30 passenger
(Rented in conjunction with the Cosmic Courtyard)
Come aboard British Columbia's first full motion
simulator! Fasten your seatbelt and you can
blast off on a pulse-pounding flight to save
a Martian colony in Mars, or experience
another one of our exciting rides currently
playing! (Ask for details.)
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Main
Lobby
Restored to its original state, the Main Lobby
is a bright, airy space to hold a stand-up reception
or dinner. The area can comfortably accommodate
150 persons at a cocktail reception or 80 at
a sit-down dinner
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Auditorium
With a 7' high x 10' wide screen, video projection
(DVD/VHS) and internet access, the 209-seat auditorium
is ideal for seminars, slide shows and PowerPoint
presentations. There is an elevated stage at the
front with a podium, fixed microphone and a 14-channel
mixer. Video conferencing is also available in
the Auditorium. The sloped floor allows for comfortable
viewing from any angle in this venue.
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Ray
Whittick Lounge
The lounge is a flexible, L-shaped room of
approximately 800 square feet. It can hold 60
people for a sit-down dinner, 70 people theatre
style and 80 at a stand up reception. With internet
access, it is suitable for smaller-scale meetings,
lectures and presentations. Kitchenette facilities
adjoin the lounge (no stove), as well as an outside
patio which offers a picturesque view of Vanier
Park.
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Observatory
Workshop Room
In addition to the observatory, which houses
the facility's telescope (used for public viewing),
the building has a lecture hall which can accommodate
up to 45 people standing, or 35 people theatre
style.
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View/print our TESTIMONIALS (PDF)
View/print
our Facility Rental Information (PDF) -
includes our guidelines.
For additional information
and rates contact (604) 738-7827, ext. 233
or email: rentals@spacecentre.ca
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