Price Menu
All reservations made prior to December 31, 2009 are priced as follows: $50.00 for enrolled students and $150.00 for the general public (including alumni and affiliates of KU).
The rental charges for Danforth Chapel for events scheduled for January 1, 2010 or after are: $150.00 for enrolled students (at time of reservation) and $300.00 for the general public (including alumni and affiliates of KU). In addition to the reservation price, a refundable cleaning deposit of $100.00 is required at the time of your contract signing.
If you would like to add an additional hour to your two hour ceremony, we offer one additional hour for $150.00. A cancellation fee of $200.00 applies to all three hour ceremonies. Payment for this additional hour is required at time of reservation submission.
A cleaning deposit of $100.00 is required of all guests. This payment is required at the time of your contract signing. The Danforth assistant on duty will perform a walk-through with you at the end of your ceremony to address any issues that may require a cleaning fee.
Rehearsals
Ceremony rehearsals must be reserved on the reservation form and are limited to one hour.
Electrical Outlets
Located throughout the chapel; there are outlets at the front of the chapel which may be used to connect an electronic instrument or sound system. We do not provide a sound system for amplified sound.
Lectern
A lectern is available in the foyer of the Chapel. It may be used to hold the guest book, or placed in the front of the Chapel for the officiates.
Bride's Room/Restrooms
Thanks to the generosity of donors, Danforth Chapel now has a bride's room and handicapped-accessible restrooms for guests. The bridal room provides guests with a full-lenth mirror and vanity, with plenty of space to get ready for your ceremony.
Decorations
All decorations, such as flowers and/or flameless candles, must be provided by the individual. Deliveries of flowers must be made to the Chapel only during your reserved time. There are no vases available at the Chapel. There are two alcoves on either side of the stage that can be used as a shelf for any arrangements you may have. If your decor requires a table or additional space, it is your responsibility to provide and remove additional furniture.
The use of nails, pins or tape is prohibited.
Sound System
There is no amplified sound system in the Chapel. You may bring a stereo of your own for background music.
Rice/Birdseed
Throwing any materials, including, but not limited to; rice, birdseed, flower petals, confetti, etc. inside the chapel is strictly prohibited. If you choose to throw materials outside of the chapel, it is your responsibility to dispose of those materials (by sweeping or picking up). You may be subject to a cleaning fee for any materials left behind.
Parking
The parking lot behind Danforth Chapel is available for use during ceremonies or rehearsals. However, if your ceremony falls on the day of a home game, the parking lot
will most likely not be available. Additionally, parking anywhere on campus during a home game is very limited. For information about Parking please contact
KU Parking & Transit at 785-864-PARK (7275).
The Student Involvement and Leadership Center is not resonsible for any parking restrictions that may occur on the day of your ceremony.
Air Conditioning
Danforth Chapel is now equipped with more effiecient heating and air conditioning. In order to ensure sufficient cooling for your ceremony, refrain from propping open any doors. If the air conditioning is not on, or if there is a malfunction of the system, contact Facilities and Operations at 785-864-5572 or
785-864-5913.
Food and Drink
No food or drink is allowed in Danforth except sacramental items, which must be provided by the participants.
Organist/Musicians
The University has designated a Danforth Chapel Organist/Music Coordinator who is available to perform weddings, christenings, memorial services and other appropriate events. Upon request, the organist will consult with the party making the reservation to discuss musical selections. The Danforth Chapel Organist can also suggest vocalists or other musicians the party may want to consider. If the reserving party wants to bring in another organist, this is possible, but should be discussed with the organist. Organist and soloist fees must be negotiated between the musicians and the reserving party. Please contact Sunny Son at sunnyjson@gmail.com for more information.
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