event rentals

Whether you are a non-profit, a large corporation, or a community member, this space is for you. With three different packages to choose from, we can meet your needs with our beautifully designed gallery, conference room, and kitchen.

To book, check out our packages below and then fill out the form, and someone will be in touch to confirm and collect your deposit ($20 regardless of package).

Parking is available in the parking lot behind The Lyric, at the corner of Branson and Fourth. 2-hour street parking is also available around the building, no longer enforced after 5 pm and weekends.

Occupancy is based on the maximum amount of people for standing room in each space.

Entire Art Center

$150 per hour
(2 hour minimum)
Gallery + Conference Room + Kitchen

  • 295 people

  • Gallery:
    Tables - Three 6ft whiteboard tables on wheels, two chalkboard tables, and three red café tables
    Chairs - Thirteen orange armchairs, six orange café chairs, six white chairs, four gray swivel Egg chairs, four leather Florence Knolls chairs

    Conference Room:
    Table - One 8ft whiteboard table
    Chairs - Ten red (extremely and luxuriously comfortable) office chairs

    Kitchen:
    Tables - Six 7ft dining tables, two orange café tables, large island with range
    Chairs - Twenty-eight café chairs (red, gray, & white)

  • 2400 sq ft

    65” television equipped with Apple Airplay and bluetooth access (visible to the entire art gallery)

    Wi-Fi access

    Dimmable lighting

    Portable speakers (separate input)

    Four wired microphones (available upon request)

    Surrounded by art

    Temperature-controlled environment

    Large windows with view of courthouse and Ridley Tower

    Easy access to major thoroughfares (Highway 18 East and West) and Washington St. North and South

  • The Kennedy Art Center is made up of three main spaces: the main gallery, conference room, and kitchen. Artwork is featured throughout all three areas. The main gallery is the largest of the three spaces, with a long conference table and various comfortable and adaptable seating areas. The conference room connects to the gallery and includes a slightly more intimate conference table, chairs, and large-screen television. The kitchen features a beautiful food preparation space along with tables and chairs for dining and gathering. Finally, the Kennedy Art Center has two bathrooms on the ground floor, along with an additional hallway sink and coat closet.

Conference Room

$50 per hour
(1 hour minimum)

  • Our conference room is equipped with 10 luxuriously comfortable chairs around a large whiteboard marker table.

    Maximum 15 people at Occupancy Load

  • The TV is equipped with Apple Airplay and Bluetooth access. Since the conference room is glass, the TV is visible to the entire art gallery

  • 228 square feet

    Wi-Fi access

    Glass-Enclosed Conference Room

    Sliding Glass Doors

    Surrounded by art

    Temperature-controlled environment

  • The conference room has two glass walls and doors that open out into the main gallery. These glass walls allow the conference room to feel both intimate and open, providing a sense of privacy without feeling closed-off. The room features a conference table, rolling chairs, and large-screen television perfect for online meetings or presentations. The conference room also features a deluxe coffee and cappuccino machine for guests to enjoy.

Gallery

$100 per hour
(2 hour minimum)
includes Conference Room

  • 228 people

  • Gallery:
    Tables - Three 6ft whiteboard tables on wheels, two chalkboard tables, and three red café tables
    Chairs - Thirteen orange armchairs, six orange café chairs, six white chairs, four gray swivel Egg chairs, four Florence Knolls chairs

    Conference Room:
    Table - One 8ft whiteboard table
    Chairs - Ten red (extremely and luxuriously comfortable) office chairs

  • 1599 sq ft

    65” television with bluetooth access in Conference Room (visible to the entire art gallery)

    Wi-Fi access

    Dimmable lighting

    Portable speakers (separate input)

    Four wired microphones (available upon request)

    Surrounded by art

    Temperature-controlled environment

    Large windows with view of courthouse and Ridley Tower

    Easy access to major thoroughfares (Highway 18 East and West) and Washington St. North and South

  • The main gallery is a spacious room with a long conference table and multiple seating areas that can be adapted to varying needs. With high ceilings and creative lighting meant to encourage innovation and spotlight the artwork featured throughout the gallery, the space has an open, clean, and welcoming feeling that draws guests in. A retail space is set up at the front of the gallery, with a variety of well-designed products for sale. The room can be rearranged as needed. The gallery connects to a hallway with a bathroom, additional sink, and closet complete with coat hanging.

Kitchen Area

$70 per hour
(2 hour minimum)

  • 52 people

  • Tables - Six 7ft dining tables, two orange café tables, large island with range
    Chairs - Twenty-eight café chairs (red, gray, & white)

  • 786 sq ft

    Wi-Fi access

    Dimmable lighting

    Portable speakers (separate input)

    Four wired microphones (available upon request)

    Surrounded by art

    Temperature-controlled environment

    Large windows with view of courthouse and Ridley Tower

    Glass garage door with access to outdoor space

    Easy access to major thoroughfares (Highway 18 East and West) and Washington St. North and South

  • The kitchen is a spacious food preparation and gathering space. The food preparation space includes a double oven, stovetop, double-bowl sink, refrigerator, dishwasher, and three-in-one microwave, air fryer, and convection oven. The beautiful kitchen island provides extra room for food or event preparation. The kitchen also contains six long tables with colorful chairs, plus two smaller tables for flexible seating. Additionally, the kitchen has a glass garage door which can open out onto the outdoor space, allowing for fresh air and further engagement with the community.

Basement Gallery

$60 per hour
(2 hour minimum)
Downstairs Gallery Space

  • 45

  • Gallery:

    When the gallery is in use,
    furniture is kept to a minimum to allow for viewing the art. The furniture listed below is available to be moved downstairs for an event at request.

    Tables - Two chalkboard tables, two orange café tables, and three red café tables
    Chairs - Thirteen orange armchairs, six orange café chairs, six white chairs, and four gray swivel Egg chairs

  • Square footage not yet determined.

    Wi-Fi access

    Dimmable lighting

    Surrounded by art

    Temperature-controlled environment

    Small kitchenette with sink, mini fridge, and coffeemaker

    Downstairs bathroom

    Easy access to major thoroughfares (Highway 18 East and West) and Washington St. North and South

  • The basement gallery is a private space ideal for mingling. Its orientation below the rest of the building allows for a more private and cozy feel, perfect for deep discussions and socialization, especially while surrounded by artwork. The room can be rearranged as needed, with more furniture available upon request. The gallery connects to a hallway with a bathroom, additional sink, and small kitchenette area with a mini fridge.

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