Wedding Venue
Located in Des Moines, IA, Temple for Performing Arts Venue is a wedding venue offering nearlyweds a beautiful space to tie the know. Once an endangered historic building, this property saw renovations that were completed in October 2002. You can make this storied locale the setting for your special day. Temple for Performing Arts Venue features several event spaces to host and assist with your festivities. These include the Grand Hall, the Recital Hall, the Bridal Suite, and the Groom's Room. The Grand Hall is a 4,000-square-foot space on the fourth floor, adorned with refined two-story columns, opulent original light fixtures, and restored stained glass skylights set in a sculpted ceiling. An architectural masterpiece, this room can host up to 275 guests seated with a head table or up to 350 without. Alternatively, up to 450 people can sit in this Hall in a theater-style arrangement. The Recital Hall is also located on the fourth floor and is 1,200 square feet in size. It seats up to 70 guests for a sit-down dinner or up to 200 for a theater-style gathering. This event space works well for intimate gatherings or as a breakout room for celebrations in the Grand Hall. It features trompe l'oeil stone painting, stained glass windows, and a hardwood floor. Additionally, the Bridal Suite and Groom's Room present areas for you to relax and prepare on your wedding day. The Temple for Performing Arts Venue staff offers a variety of services to facilitate your celebration. These include turnkey planning, design, and production options.