Conferences & Retreats

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The Upper Dells Research & Education Center is ready to host your next meeting, conference, or retreat! Join us along the beautiful sandstone bluffs of the Wisconsin River.

Food/Catering for Conference Groups:  Upham Woods Catering has first right of refusal for groups larger than 15.

View the Upham Woods Catering Menu(opens in a new tab)

Our complete meal prices are well under the maximum rates for the State of Wisconsin and UW-Madison-hosted meals, as shown below. Our A La Carte items make great snacks or refreshments.

  • Breakfast
    • Available at 7:30 AM or 8:30 AM
    • $12.00 per person
  • Lunch
    • Available at 12:00 PM or 1:00 PM
    • $12.00 per person
  • Dinner
    • Available at 5:00 PM or 6:00 PM
    • $15.00 per person

Make a Reservation: You can book our meeting spaces using our online reservation request form. Please review availability before booking. Upon submitting your request, you will receive a confirmation email, followed by an email with a facility use agreement for your confirmed dates and services. Please note that reservation requests for conferences and retreats should be received a minimum of 45 days before your event and can be submitted up to 12 months before.

For more information, email molly.bodde@wisc.edu or call at 608-254-5744.

Meeting Room Rates

Upper Dells Education and Research Center: Large Meeting Room (capacity: 60)

This image shows a large room filled with tables and chairs set up into four pods. In the back there are two large wall displays and windows.

Use of Large and Small meeting rooms, AV equipment (HDMI compatible), and a view of the Wisconsin River
Time UW-System Public Agencies/ Non-Profits Private Groups (Corporate)
Half Day (2-4 hours) $250 $300 $400
1 Day (4-10 hours) $450 $550 $750
2 day $700 $850 $1050

Upper Dells Education and Research Center: Small Meeting Room (capacity: 30)

This image shows a small room filled with tables and chairs set up into four pods. In the back there is one large wall displays and windows.

 HDMI connection to 65″ TV Monitor, fireplace, and views of the Wisconsin River.  This space can be reserved on its own or included with the rental of the Large Meeting Room.
Time UW-System Public Agencies/ Non-Profits Private Groups (Corporate)
Half Day (2-4 hours) $150 $200 $250
1 Day (4-10 hours) $225 $300 $450
2 day $450 $550 $750