Four Rivers

facility rental

Location

Four Rivers Environmental Education Center is located at 25055 W. Walnut Lane, off of Blackberry Lane south of Bridge Street, in Channahon.

Phone

For more information, to check availability, or to reserve a rental, call Four Rivers Environmental Education Center at 815-722-9470 or email [email protected].

For more outdoor venues, such as picnic groves and shelters, visit the picnicking page.

Preserves

McKinley Woods

Visitor Centers

Four Rivers Environmental Education Center

"Wedding Day" all-inclusive package

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The "Wedding Day" all-inclusive package includes rental of the Illinois River Grand Hall, wedding suite (classroom with adjacent restroom), Four Rivers Shelter, and a shelter wedding rehearsal. For other wedding options and pricing, call 815-722-9470 or email [email protected]. For more information about having a wedding at Four Rivers, read the Frequently Asked Questions or visit our wedding photo gallery.

This venue earned the 2024 Couples' Choice Award from Wedding Wire.

Rental deposit: 50% of fee
Full-day rental: $3,000

Illinois River Grand Hall

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The Illinois River Grand Hall is perfect for large meetings, trainings, and private events, including weddings, corporate gatherings, holiday parties, and other celebrations. The hall opens to a riverview patio with access to a scenic, paved riverwalk. Windows extending the height of the room provide for a dramatic outdoor view. The capacity of the hall is dependent on the type of seating selected. Please call 815-722-9470 for details.

Rental deposit: 50% of fee
4-hour rental: $700/weekday, $900/evening/weekend
Full-day rental: $1,400/weekday, $1,800/evening/weekend

Extra hour: $200/hour

Classrooms

_{(Photo courtesy of Lane Cameron)}

The classrooms at Four Rivers Environmental Education Center are fully accessible and ideal for small meetings, trainings, and workshops. Two rooms are available: the DuPage River Classroom, and the Kankakee River Classroom. Each room offers a river view. The capacity of the rooms is dependent on the type of seating. Please call 815-722-9470 for details.

Rental deposit: 50% of fee
Fee: $75/hour

Four Rivers Shelter

Rental deposit: 100% of fee
4-hour rental: $350 (Will County residents) or $700 (non-residents)
Full-day rental: $350 (Will County residents) or $700 (non-residents)

Located in a lovely setting with native landscaping, oak trees, and a river view, the Four Rivers Shelter is an excellent location for company picnics, family reunions, and wedding ceremonies and receptions. A large stone fire pit is adjacent to the shelter. A paved trail provides direct access from the parking lot. Lights and electricity are available. Please call 815-722-9470 for details.

Riverside Shelter