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Host your event in the heart of the Adirondacks—where every gathering supports a thriving wild world.

The Wild Center is a premiere event venue filled with special experiences.  One-of-a-kind indoor and outdoor spaces are sure to fit a wedding, celebration, corporate event, or conference of any kind.
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Types of Events

View more info and details based on the type of event you'd like to hold at The Wild Center. 

Weddings

The Wild Center is a premier wedding destination, offering one-of-a-kind experiences in a breathtaking natural setting. With live animal exhibits—including our beloved otters—and a variety of stunning indoor and outdoor spaces, it provides an unforgettable backdrop for weddings in every season.
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Meetings & Corporate Events

The Wild Center offers a unique and inspiring setting for meetings and conferences of all sizes. Whether you're planning a small, intimate gathering in a meeting room, a private speaker in our theater or a conference accommodating up to 160 guests, we provide versatile spaces tailored to your needs.
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Unique Spaces

Find a sampling of our unique spaces below! Additional spaces to what's shown: Climate Solutions exhibit, Greenleaf Pond, Naturalist Cabinet, Patio Tent, Planet Adirondack, & Stickwork sculpture.

Big Wolf Great Hall

Indoor
A stunning space with soaring ceilings, natural wood accents, and panoramic views—perfect for grand celebrations and gatherings.

Outdoor Programs

Community
Outdoors
Outdoor Program volunteers spend their shifts outside on our campus and trails. Tasks vary and could include leading an insect catching activity, facilitating activities in the pines play area, or leading a naturalist walk on our trails.
Ongoing
Education Department
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Flammer Theater

Indoor
A state-of-the-art panoramic theater with tiered seating and top-notch AV and livestreaming capabilities, ideal for meetings, presentations, film screenings, and performances.

Planet Adirondack

Technology
Science
Planet Adirondack (PADK) volunteers help engage visitors in stories, show data sets and connect content to the Adirondacks. Volunteers will act as informal exhibit guides as well as have the opportunity to create their own linked science stories or use the pre-established ones.
Ongoing
Education Department
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Hutchens Conference Room

Indoor
For a more private and focused setting, the Hutchens Conference Room offers a flexible layout with seating for up to 16 around the main table and space for up to 30 guests in total. Large windows provide natural light, creating a bright and inviting environment.

Store Assistant

Retail
Volunteers will help in the store with general stocking, talking to visitors, pricing merchandise, receiving, light cleaning, answering visitor questions, and bagging.
Ongoing
Retail: Café Store & Department
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Wild Walk

Outdoor
Accessible to all, Wild Walk is a treetop boardwalk with views out to the mountains, and fanciful features such as a twig tree house and giant bird’s nest.

Tinkering Studio

Training Required
Science
Tinkering Studio Volunteers help engage visitors in building, testing and playing while exploring concepts of climate solutions. Activities include wind turbines, animal homes, and upcycled crafts. Duties include cleaning, restocking supplies, and providing demonstrations/instructions for visitors.
Ongoing
Education Department
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Forest Music

Outdoor
Immerse your sound experience, or quiet down and listen to nature on our music trail. A wooded trail perfect for a soundful or quiet ceremony or event.

Trunk Programs

In & Outdoors
Science
Volunteers interact with the public aided by a specific thematic trunk outside at the Wild Walk or inside at the exhibits. Themes include: From the Forest, Otter Facts, birding, and more...
Ongoing
Education Department
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Pines Play Area

Outdoor
No plastic in sight, this wild play area offers outdoor seating and features a large upturned root that adds depth and detail to any ceremony. Use it as a photo op or your ceremony spot!

Visitor Services

Community
Volunteers will table the Information Desk at the heart of the center to welcome visitors, answer questions, provide program information, and guidance on planning their visit.
Ongoing
Development Department
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Reservations

To reserve space at The Wild Center for your event, please complete the form below.
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