Speer Room
With sweeping views of the Gardens out floor to ceiling windows, the Speer Room is often considered one of the most beautiful rooms in Iowa. Rental of the Speer Room gives you access to not only the Speer Room itself, but the Lobby in the Mahlstede Building, outdoor South Patio, and the small kitchenette located adjacent to the room.
| |
Sq. Ft. |
Dimensions |
Standard Set-up Capacity |
Maximum Capacity seated at tables |
Maximum Capacity theater style |
Rate |
Available |
| Speer Room |
960 |
40’ x 24’ |
48 |
64 |
102 |
1-3hrs - $200
4-6 hrs - $350
7-10 hrs - $500
|
Year-round, 7:30 a.m. to 11 p.m. |
Room Set-up
The Speer Room comes in a neutral setting that works well for many different functions. Alternate room set-ups can be arranged for a small fee. If you choose arrangement options A or B the cost is $50. All other room set-ups are $100.

Standard Set-up
Seats 48
no additional fee
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Option A
Seats 64
$50 set-up fee
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Option B
Seats 30
$50 set-up fee
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Included with your rental:
Standard Set-up which seats 48 people
Use of the South Patio located just outside the Speer Room
Wireless internet
Items available for no additional costs:
Projection Screen
Two-tier table for computer and projector
Podium
Items available for additional costs:
Alternate room set-up (see Room Set-Up section above)
Tents – arrangements can be made with an outside vendor to set-up a tent on the South Patio. A $100 tent set-up fee will be charged if outdoor furniture must be moved.
Projector - $50

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