About this vendor
Vermont Institute of Natural Science is a gorgeous reception venue in Quechee, VT, that sets the stage for an unforgettable wedding celebration. You and your partner-to-be will get to exchange your most sincere vows surrounded by the beauty of nature. What's more, this stunning, eco-friendly venue is perfect for milestone celebrations all year round.
Vermont Institute of Natural Science features several event spaces that blend modern comfort with breathtaking views of the Vermont landscape, crafting a picture-perfect backdrop. You'll get to host an unforgettable wedding ceremony outdoors amid serene waters, lush greenery, and colorful blooms. Here, your photographers can capture countless beautiful memories of that special moment you said, 'I do.' If you wish, the team will cover this space with a shelter, allowing you to experience the day of your dreams regardless of weather conditions. Afterward, you can enjoy your long-awaited reception with up to 150 loved ones. The property's reception area is perfect for this once-in-a-lifetime occasion, offering stunning views of the surrounding park area.
The wedding venue is nestled in a spectacular setting filled with lots of things to do. Guests can experience live bird exhibits, stroll the Forest Canopy Walk, and enjoy scenic hiking trails along the Ottauquechee River and Quechee Gorge. What's more, the Vermont Institute of Natural Science provides various comprehensive services specifically for wedding celebrations and milestone events. Before the big day, you can enjoy browsing a selection of rentals to help bring sparkling visions to life on your most precious day.
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Amenities + details
Ceremony Area
Covered Outdoors Space
Indoor Event Space
Outdoor Event Space
Reception Area
Dressing Room
Handicap Accessible
Liability Insurance
On-Site Accommodations
Wireless Internet
Ceremony Types
- Civil Union
- Commitment Ceremony
- Elopement
- Interfaith Ceremony
- Non-Religious Ceremony
- Religious Ceremony
Settings
- Museum
- Park
Venue Service Offerings
- Rentals & Equipment
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We got married at VINS in September 2025 and had a wonderful day. The setting is absolutely beautiful, especially in the fall foliage. Many of our guests remarked on the natural be...
auty of the venue. The staff were also great - Erica, the events coordinator, was attentive in fielding all of our questions leading up to the day and helping us to build the day we dreamed of. On the day of, the staff were very helpful and there to assist guests and deal with any issues that came up. VINS has a service where you can have an owl in your wedding photos, which we took advantage of and the photos came out really well. We had children at our wedding, and this is a great venue for kids - lots of space for them to explore nature and run around.
It was important to us that we chose a venue where our money would go towards supporting a non-profit whose values we shared. I encourage any couple who cares about wildlife and conservation, and who wants a beautiful outdoor Vermont wedding, to consider VINS.
We got married at VINS at the end of September and can’t imagine a more perfect venue. Erica was wonderful to work with, and the combination of unique spaces (canopy walk, cocktail...
s with raptors, pavilion for dinner and dancing) makes for incredible photos and a memorable guest experience in any weather. Despite rain from an early nor’easter, we easily moved our ceremony to the pavilion, where we fit 80 guests, a taco buffet, bar, live band, and full contra dance. There are many fantastic local vendors nearby, and I recommend adding the sustainable classroom as a getting-ready space. It’s a beautiful, flexible venue that supports a great cause!
We loved our reception at VINS. Erica was incredibly helpful before and during the event. Our guests loved the exhibits and indoor and outdoor space. If you love nature, this is th...
e space for you. It's also wonderful to know that the rental fees are ultimately going to a good cause.
Very professional -- Erica and team were great communicators. They allowed us to host the perfect welcome party event for our wedding. The entire VINS grounds and the pavilion were...
fantastic!
VINS was a magical place to have our wedding ceremony and reception. From the quiet setting to golden hour from inside the pavilion and all of the gorgeous pictures we got on the g...
rounds beforehand, we couldn’t have been happier. Erica was fantastic, helping us coordinate all of the big and small details leading up to the wedding. We highly recommend choosing VINS for your wedding location.
We had our wedding reception at VINS and couldn’t have asked for a better venue!
VINS was an absolute pleasure to work with when it came to organizing everything and we had amazing...
service the day of, they helped us feel prepared so that we could enjoy the day.
This is an amazing venue for kids and families of all ages as they have SO many activities and gorgeous green spaces for stellar wedding photos.
We had a raptor in our wedding photographs, and also had a raptor presentation for our guests that everyone loved.
We highly recommend VINS for parties and events!!
Contact
149 Natures Way, Quechee, VT
Vermont Institute of Natural Science