Minnetrista

Limited services venue

The venue will provide the space, plus a few extras.

Full wedding (ceremony and reception) pricing

Starting at $1,600

Packages

Prices start at $400

Guest capacity

Up to 300 seated guests

About this venue

Our mission is to create shared experiences that connect people. Conveniently located in the heart of Muncie, our forty-acre campus features beautiful garden venues, historic Ball family mansions, and a modern museum facility. Our friendly and knowledgeable staff will help guide you through the event planning process and make sure your special day runs smoothly.

Seated guest capacity

Venue type

Historic Estates, Mansions
Museums, Galleries
Parks, Gardens

Venue setting

Covered Outdoor
Indoor
Outdoor

1200 N Minnetrista Pkwy, Muncie, IN 47303

Our event spaces

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Cabin Lawn

Hidden Gem

This space is tucked away in the lush woods of Oakhurst Gardens, surrounded by greenery, a rustic cabin, and meandering pathways, making it easy to imagine you are far from busy city life.

Guest capacity

Up to 150 Seated

Up to 200 Standing

Ideal for

Wedding ceremony, Cocktail hour

Guests often feel this space is

“Warm and cozy”

Included in this room:

- Use of the cabin's porch, lawn, and secluded seating area

Minnetrista packages

Ceremony Package

Peak pricing $400-1,200

Description

- Up to 150 white garden chairs included with setup and teardown by Minnetrista - Two cocktail tables with floor-length black, white or ivory tablecloths - Two planning meetings with a coordinator to help you nail down the details - One hour, usually the evening before, to practice your ceremony entrance and exit

Cantina Reception Package

100 guests

Peak pricing $1,200-2,400

Description

- Up to 100 beige banquet chairs included with setup and teardown by Minnetrista - Guest tables with lap-length black, white or ivory tablecloths and colored napkins - Tables with floor-length black, white or ivory tablecloths for your guestbook, cake, etc. - Two built-in speakers with lapel and handheld microphones - Three planning meetings with a coordinator to help you nail down the details - Venue coordinator on-site for the duration of your event

Formal Garden Tented Reception Package

200 guests

Peak pricing $3,600-5,200

Description

- White pole tent with perimeter lights and a dance floor suitable for your guest count - Up to 150 white garden chairs included with setup and teardown by Minnetrista - Guest tables with lap-length black, white or ivory tablecloths and colored napkins - Tables with floor-length black, white or ivory tablecloths for your guestbook, cake, etc. - Three planning meetings with a coordinator to help you nail down the details - Venue coordinator on-site for the duration of your event

Greensward Tented Reception Package

300 guests

Peak pricing $4,800-6,800

Description

- White pole tent with perimeter lights and a dance floor suitable for your guest count - Up to 200 white garden chairs included with setup and teardown by Minnetrista - Guest tables with lap-length black, white or ivory tablecloths and colored napkins - Tables with floor-length black, white or ivory tablecloths for your guestbook, cake, etc. - Three planning meetings with a coordinator to help you nail down the details - Venue coordinator on-site for the duration of your event

Available services that can be provided by Minnetrista

Services & amenities

Bar services
Catering services
Clean up
Dressing room / Bridal Suite
Event coordinator
Event rentals
Event staff
Lighting/Sound
Pet friendly
Service staff
Set up
Wheelchair accessible
Wifi

Transportation & access

Self parking - free
Wheelchair accessible

Rentals

Barware
Chiavari Chairs
China
Flatware
Glassware
Lighting
Linens
Sound / AV
Standard Chairs

Reviews

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Beautiful but Communication was Rough
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•Ali Wallen•7 months ago
The day of the wedding was awesome, but leading up to the wedding, getting ahold of them was exhausting. It wasn’t until I badgered them with calls and multiple emails that I would finally get answers. I think if you’re on a budget they’re perfect, but seriously plan your wedding 1.5/2 years out because it takes a life time to get decisions made.

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Yes! Both rooms are equipped with plenty of power outlets and large, shuttered windows to let in lots of natural light. These rooms are located across the hall from the restrooms and are available all day for your convenience. These rooms must be rented separately.

Minnetrista specializes in garden weddings with under 200 guests, but we can accommodate large ceremonies of up to 500 guests in a few of the larger garden spaces.

Yes, all of our wedding packages include a venue coordinator! They will meet with you 2 to 3 times before your wedding to pick out linens, create floorplans and timelines, and give you general wedding planning advice. Day-of, they will keep you on schedule, manage the venue and oversee catering & bar service. We still recommend hiring a wedding coordinator to ensure your entire day runs smoothly.

All food and beverages must be provided by Minnetrista Catering or one of our approved outside caterers to ensure the best service and experience for you and your guests. Wedding cakes and refreshments for the wedding suite are the only exceptions.

Yes, but all alcohol must be provided and served by Minnetrista Catering or one of our approved outside caterers that is licensed to do so. Alcoholic beverages may only be consumed in your reception venue. Please contact us for more information.

With the exception of catering and bar service, you are free to hire the vendors of your choice. We would be happy to refer you to professional vendors and accommodations in the area.

There are plenty of options available to you in case of rain. If you are having your reception at Minnetrista, you can use your reception space as a back-up plan at no extra cost. If you are just having your ceremony at Minnetrista, you can rent a separate space to use in case of inclement weather. We’ll help you create a weather contingency plan that’s perfect for you.

You are welcome to bring your own decorations, but there are some restrictions in order to protect the history and natural beauty of our museum and gardens. Unlike many venues, we do allow real candles as long as they are fully enclosed. Please contact us for more information.

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Minnetrista

Limited services venue

Full wedding (ceremony and reception) pricing

Packages

Guest capacity

About this venue

Seated guest capacity

Venue type

Venue setting

Our event spaces

Cabin Lawn

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Oakhurst Patio

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Rose Garden

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Wishing Well Garden

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Formal Garden

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Greensward

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Hackley Gallery

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The Cantina

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Minnetrista packages

Ceremony Package

Cantina Reception Package

Formal Garden Tented Reception Package

Greensward Tented Reception Package

Available services that can be provided by Minnetrista

Services & amenities

Transportation & access

Rentals

Reviews

Beautiful but Communication was Rough

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Frequently asked questions

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Is there a coordinator on site during my wedding?

Can we bring our own food and drinks?

Do you allow alcohol?

Can we hire outside vendors?

What happens if it rains?

Can I bring my own decorations? Are there any restrictions?

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