INDIANA WAR MEMORIAL

Venue Rentals Available For:

Ceremonies

Weddings

Receptions

Funerals

Memorials

Banquets

Parties

Conferences

Seminars

Dances

Art Exhibits

Movie Showings

Honoring Hoosier Veterans Since 1933

Pershing Auditorium is acoustically

perfect and features Guastavino

acoustical tile, a domed ceiling, and

all original or period-accurate décor.

The 26’ x 14’ stage is ideal for wedding

ceremonies, presentations, musical

and dance performances, and movie

showings. The auditorium has a

complete A/V system which includes a

15’ drop screen, HD projector, laptop

connection, and audio system.

The auditorium seats approximately 500

people: 450 in the three-section floor

seating, and 50 in the balcony. There are

six entrances, including two backstage.

The lower level has limited handicapped

accessibility at the back on both sides.

The auditorium is accessible through the

Grand Lobby on the main floor of the

War Memorial. Food and drink of any

kind are not allowed.

The Shrine Room is the crown jewel of

the Indiana War Memorial. The flag

and Star of Destiny hang over the

altar of consecration, which is not a

tomb but a commemoration of the

sacrifices made during World War I.

Measuring 60’ square x 110’ tall, the Shrine Room is

not included with All Interior Rental but can be left

open for viewing during any event. The use of the

Shrine Room as a rented venue is very limited based

on the nature of the event, but has been used for small

commemorative ceremonies, short and intimate wed-

dings, and small memorials. Food and drink are strict-

ly prohibited. Access is available off of the Grand Lob-

by via two large staircases and an elevator is available

for those with limited mobility.

The Grand Lobby is a favorite venue for

larger seated receptions and functions,

comfortably holding a maximum of 180

people. Measuring 23’ x 117’, the Grand

Lobby connects to Spruance Hall,

Shoup Hall, Pershing Auditorium, and

the West Hallway, and hosts the

entrance to both stairways up to the

Shrine Room. The only entrance to the

building is the Grand Foyer, which

leads straight into the Grand Lobby.

Because the Grand Lobby is wide open, it is

not ideal for speaking engagements due to

the echo. It is the perfect venue for a great

after-hours reception or cocktail party. This

room is great for your event’s vendor setup,

a buffet and seating area, or with high top

cocktail tables for a more casual hors

d’oeuvres and drink reception. Features

include marble floors and dark green

marble pillars throughout.

Shoup Hall is one of two mirror image

meeting spaces available. Shoup is on the

East side of the building and features an

attached kitchen area that may be used for

limited prep work. Measuring 24’ x 55’, Shoup

Hall features three doorways and connects

directly to the Grand Lobby and the West

Foyer. Doors can be left open to allow flow

into other areas of the building, or closed for

a more private gathering.

Shoup Hall can accommodate up to 80

people with lecture-style seating and up to

120 people with reception-style seating.

With an optional pull-down screen, portable

projector, and limited A/V capabilities,

Shoup Hall is perfect for receptions (with

catering stationed in the West Foyer),

meetings, reunions, parties, and exhibits.

Spruance Hall is the second of two mirror

image meeting spaces available. Spruance is

on the West side of the building but does not

have an attached kitchen. Measuring 24’ x

55’, Spruance Hall features two doorways

and connects directly to the Grand Lobby.

Doors can be left open to allow flow

into other areas of the building, or closed for

a more private gathering.

Spruance Hall can accommodate up to 80

people with lecture-style seating and up to

120 people with reception-style seating.

With an optional pull-down screen, portable

projector, and limited A/V capabilities,

Spruance Hall is perfect for smaller

receptions, meetings, reunions, parties, and

exhibits.

The West Foyer is a great add-on space

that is included with any interior venue

rental. Ideal for photo booths, catering

stations, or additional seating for up to

48 people at long tables. The West Foyer

is also a great space to put your bar and

cocktail tables while retaining Shoup

Hall for a seated dinner or meeting-style

setup.

Due to the echo, the West Foyer is not

recommended for speaking engagements or

large gatherings. Features of the space

include white marble floors, walls, and pillars,

as well as placards and engravings detailing

some of the history of the Indiana War

Memorial. Measuring 20’ x 33’, the West Foyer

is a nice add-on, particularly when using

Shoup Hall as both spaces flow directly into

each other through one doorway.

The Woodfill Boardroom is located within the

Indiana War Memorial administrative offices,

but is a great small meeting space or ‘green

room’ for other events. The conference table can

seat 14 comfortably, and the room can

accommodate an additional 16 chairs for a total

of 30 seats. An optional pop-up screen and

portable projector are also available for

presentations.

Additional Rental Features

All interior rentals include the optional

use of the following:

- 60” round tables (20 available)

- 8ft long tables (20 available)

- 180 white folding chairs

- Shoup and Spruance each have 60

club style chairs available for use

**subject to availability based on other scheduled events

Linens are not included

The Shrine Room and the Indiana War

Memorial Museum may be left open for

your group to enjoy

A tour guide is available to help you

more thoroughly enjoy the Shrine

Room and Museum

Indiana War Memorial Floorplan

Thank you for your interest!

For additional information or to

schedule a venue tour, please

contact:

events@iwm.in.gov

317-233-0529