Watershed Science CenterRent the Hatchery's Watershed Science Center

Adjacent to the banks of Issaquah Creek where magnificent salmon return every fall, the Watershed Science Center offers a unique setting or your special event. Rent this space for birthdays, rehearsal dinners, business retreats, workshops and more.

Facility Description

One main hall with a kitchen area with two sinks, a microwave, coffee maker and fridge. The main room is carpeted.
Eight 6-foot tables, 49 adult chairs and 28 junior (16-inch) chairs.

You supply:

  • Serving utensils, plates, forks, napkins or any other necessary utensils
  • Tablecloths, if desired
  • Any food or drinks (no alcohol is allowed in facility)
  • Coffee & coffee filters
  • Decorations. Please note: no staples, pins or other devices that leave marks on the wall are allowed. All decorations must be removed from the building upon departure. We request no helium balloons on the hatchery grounds as they pose an environmental hazard (regular balloons are OK).

Rental Rates

  • FISH Members: $20/hour, 2-hour minimum, plus a $150 refundable cleaning and security deposit. Become a FISH member
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  • Non-FISH Members: $45/hour, 2-hour minimum, plus a $150 refundable cleaning and security deposit.

For more information: jane@issaquahfish.org; (425) 392-1118.

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* FISH retains the right to deny or terminate use of the facility in the event that the proposed or actual activity runs contrary to the mission of supporting salmon education, watershed stewardship and/or promotion of the Issaquah Salmon Hatchery, as determined in the sole discretion of FISH.