Rental

		Receptions Weddings Business Meetings Seminars Reunions Anniversaries Bridal/ Baby Showers Tea Parties Birthdays FAC building and grounds are now open for special events rental from July-September For more information please call: 740.446.3834 This page will guide you through the areas available for use, brief descriptions of the rooms/ gardens, and finally the fee worksheet --*the total fee depends on how much space you use and for how long-- For specific questions or available dates, please contact the FAC at 740-446-3834. Wedding design by That Special Touch, Gallipolis* Available for Use: Lawn and Gardens 1^st Floor- Classroom, Dining Room, Kitchen 2^nd Floor- Classroom, Library, Board Room "Riverby" The home features a floating spiral staircase that extends from the foyer to the third floor, providing an excellent site for photos (picture below). Photo by Shawn Richendollar The Library features a solid oak table and includes a collection of art books housed on shelves from Dr. Holzer’s original study. It is a charming place to hold meetings. (6-10 people) The Board Room is defined by a large table set that was formerly used by the Commercial & Savings Bank. (approx. 6 people) Two classrooms are available and are an excellent site for meetings, classes, and receptions. (1st Floor classroom= approx. 20 people, 2nd Floor classroom=approx. 50 people) The Dining Room features an antique table and walnut paneling. It is a dignified site for receptions and light buffets. This room is located between our kitchen and 1st Floor classroom. It is often used as a serving area for guests to pass through to get their food (picture below). Catering by K & L Catering, Gallipolis The Kitchen was remodeled by the Holzers to reflect the ambiance of Williamsburg. It is often used by renters for food preparation and setup. Southern Lawn and Gardens Wedding design by Floral Fashions, Gallipolis Wedding design by That Special Touch, Gallipolis The southern lawn features a large open-grass space, perfect for tents or outdoor games. A brick patio is also available for use. Northern Lawn and Gardens Wedding design by Floral Fashions, Gallipolis The northern lawn is bordered by trees and shrubs. In addition to flower beds, it includes a reflecting pool, memorial benches, and sculptures. A wooden arbor is also on the eastern side that provides a lovely backdrop for photos. Rental Fees: Calculated on a sliding scale depending on how much space you use and for how long. Rental time is based upon TOTAL TIME, including clean-up. Your party must supply their own linens, tableware, and silverware. Security Deposit: There is a non-refundable security deposit of $50.00 to reserve the date. This will be applied to the final payment if there is no damage to the property. Staff: A charge of $15.00/hour is added per FAC staff member if rental/set-up/clean-up is during a time when staff is not normally present. Tables: A charge of $25 is added for table/chair use. Two (2) eight foot tables, four (4) six foot tables, and approximately seventy (70) chairs are available. Clean Up: The FAC will be cleaned prior to your event. The FAC must be left in the same condition. For events with attendance of 75-150, an automatic clean-up fee of $75.00 will be charged. For events with attendance over 150, a clean-up fee of $100.00 will be charged. Guest Limit: If the event is over 150 people, additional portable toilets will have to be provided by the lessee due to stress on the historic home's plumbing. Please contact FAC for further information. Liability: A waiver, which holds the FAC harmless, must be signed when the rental contract is signed. All groups assume their own liability for their guests both in terms of their personal safety and/or any damage they may do to the facility. (Any use of ALCOHOLIC BEVERAGES must be incidental to the intended use of the facility. Serving of alcohol and the results wherefrom are the responsibility of the Lessee) (events exceeding 8 hours to be negotiated)