Facility Rental

The WASP Museum offers a unique setting for a variety of events. Gorgeous West Texas sunsets and regal World War II aircraft provide the backdrop for receptions, rallies, reunions, conferences, weddings and business meetings. 

Business

For off-site board, sales and strategic planning meetings, bring your leadership team together in our Conference Room located in Hangar 1.  Meeting productivity skyrockets as you distance yourselves from the distractions of daily business activities to delve into the matter at hand.   Our state-of-the art technology takes the work out of communication.  A 162-inch flat screen with an onboard computer is perfect for video conferencing, sharing reports, and streaming media content.  Other amenities include comfortable modular furniture, a presenter’s table, portable white board, buffet tables, and coffee service.  The Conference Room comfortably seats up to 60 people dependent on event needs.  Pricing begins at $75/hour with a two-hour minimum. 

Or Pleasure

Visitors step back in time and experience rustic charm when attending events in Hangar 2, an original 1929 hangar that served as the first airport for the City of Sweetwater.  Although not climate-controlled, hangar doors can be opened to overlook Avenger Field as well as aircraft on the patio.  Propane tower heaters and a state-of-the-art industrial ceiling fan will take your guests’ minds off the weather.  Hangar 2 seats up to 300 guests dependent on event needs.  Pricing begins at $300/hour with a five-hour minimum. 

For more formal events, Hangar 1 is an excellent choice.  Museum exhibits provide the setting for your guests as they dine, mix, and mingle.  For a high impact effect, aircraft can be placed in the adjacent plaza.  Our catering room makes food service a breeze and several other amenities will make your event beautiful. Hangar 1 seats up to 300 guests dependent on event needs.  Pricing begins at $300/hour with a five-hour minimum.    

The exterior grounds overlooking the original Avenger Field runway are available to use for food trucks, trailers, etc. for your event purposes for an additional charge.  Pricing begins at $75/hour with a five-hour minimum.

If you are interested in giving your guests the full Avenger Field experience, you may rent the entire facility, including both hangars and the exterior grounds, pricing begins at $500/hour with a five-hour minimum.

Professional catering is required for all events where food is served. 

For your technical needs, we have AV Rentals available per request.  If you have questions or to book a tour, email Buffie McAnally at buffiemcanally@waspmuseum.org or call 325-235-0099.