The Lowe Gallery is a retail art gallery. The gallery is available for rentals after 5:30 PM Monday through Saturday, and all day Sunday. The date requested for rental is considered upon receipt of a deposit. The Lowe Gallery is only responsible for the rental of its kitchen and public spaces, and is not an event planner.

Maximum Capacity 900
Seated Dinner 120 persons maximum in the Grand Salon 80 persons maximum in small salons.

Rental Fees

*All weekday or weekend evening rentals:
$3,500.00
(50% due with application + $500 refundable security deposit)
(Bal. Due 60 days before rental date. If space is rented within a 60-day window, then entire rental fee + $500 security deposit is due up front).

*Holiday rentals are available at an increased rate.

The security deposit is completely refundable within 7 days following the event if no damages have occurred, nothing has been taken, or no cleaning beyond customary is required. If any of the above exceeds the amount of the deposit, rentee will pay the additional amount.

Application Procedure

Upon completion of the application, 50% of the balance plus a $500 security deposit must be submitted with the application. Upon approval of the application, the 50% paid is non-refundable. The balance of the rental fee will be due 60 days before the date of rental. If space is rented within a 60-day window, then entire rental fee + $500 security deposit is due up front. Failure to submit payment at that time will void the rental agreement. The Lowe Gallery is not able to extend credit but can accept MasterCard or Visa, with a 3% service charge. All checks are to be made payable to The Lowe Gallery.

The rentee should distinguish between party ending time and house closing time. Party ending time means the time the clean-up begins, the band stops playing and the bar(s) closes. House closing time is the time when all persons are out of the building. House closing time is 1:00 a.m. In the event the rentee should need or want to extend these hours, prior approval is required, an additional fee of $500.00 dollars per hour will be applied.

Request for rehearsal time must be indicated on the application at the time of applying. One hour of time is allotted and is dependent upon the availability of the facility. It is the rentee's responsibility to contact The Lowe Gallery in person or by telephone to work out an acceptable time. There is an additional charge for this one hour of time. Any additional time will create an additional charge of $500.00 per hour. Rehearsal times can be most easily accommodated on Sundays, Mondays, or before 10:30 a.m. and after 5:30 p.m. Tuesday - Saturday.

The Lowe Gallery has parking on the premises. Valets and/or police officers are suggested for events over 100 people for parking ease.

Rentee must provide one security person at rentee's expense for every one hundred guest attending rentee's event.

Alcohol may be served at The Lowe Gallery. The Lowe Gallery reserves the right to close all bars should the gallery staff deem it necessary to protect the facility and safety of individuals. Bartenders will be professional and will obey the laws pertaining to the serving of alcoholic beverages.

The Lowe Gallery is to be used for holding and heating of off site prepared foods.
The following is available for use during rental times only.

G.E. Range - 4 burners, 1 - 24" oven
One door refrigerator unit with freezer including ice-maker
GE Dishwasher
Two compartment sink
One table - 8 feet
5 Disc C.D. Player

- The event planner/caterers working at The Lowe Gallery must have copies of their business licenses, certificates of insurance, and proof of workman's compensation on file with The Lowe Gallery.

- On the days that the Lowe Gallery is open, event planner/caterers may not begin setting up until 5:00 p.m. Exceptions will be considered.

- A representative for the event planner/caterer must be on site through out the entire event. Beginning at time of delivery of supplies, until end of clean up.

- Event planner/caterers are responsible for unloading, setting up, and reloading all their goods. In the event the event planner/caterer not show at the time of arrival of supplies, a $500.00 surcharge will be assessed.

- All rented items are to be neatly placed on the designated area by the event planner/caterer after the event.

- All rented items or delivered goods (alcohol, flowers, video equipment, etc., etc.) must be signed for by the rentee or event planner/caterer. No Exceptions.

- Caterers are responsible for maintaining cleanliness in the kitchen and all public spaces of the gallery, including restrooms during the event.

- Caterers must collect all glasses, dishes, trash, etc. during the event to avoid unsightly pileup. Rental items such as dishes, glasses, silverware, etc. are to be rinsed by the caterer and neatly placed in the original boxes provided. Non-returnable items such as paper items should be discarded in trash cans.

- Caterers are responsible for all cleaning of the kitchen and all public spaces in the gallery including the restrooms after the event. This includes the sinks, counter tops, trash, and ovens, kitchen floor, and especially the sweeping of the main gallery floors, this includes mopping, if necessary.

- All garbage bags are to be sealed before the caterer takes them to the dumpster. There will be absolutely no dumping onto the grounds.

- There is to be absolutely no food or bulk items emptied into the sinks as they clog easily.

- All empty bottles are to be disposed of in the boxes they came in and carried to the dumpster. Bottles are not to be thrown in the garbage cans. Ice buckets with wraps and corks should be filtered into the trash.

- Caterers are to provide all necessary tools such as trash bags, can openers, foil, pots, towels, dish detergent, knives, and other supplies necessary to carry out their duties. The Lowe Gallery cannot provide any of the above items.

- The rental agreement is between The Lowe Gallery and the rentee, the rentee is solely responsible for any and all monies owed.

- The Lowe Gallery will not remove any significant element(s) of any exhibition to accommodate any event. The Lowe Gallery reserves the right to refuse to move any work(s) of art, or to conceal it by any means what so ever.

- At no time will artwork or furniture be moved without prior permission. All installations or shows are to remain intact.

- There can be absolutely nothing hung, nailed, or taped to the walls at The Lowe Gallery without the permission of gallery personnel.

- All publicity concerning The Lowe Gallery must be approved through The Lowe Gallery.
The rentee or a representative for the rentee, i.e.. the event planner/caterer must be on site through out the entire event.

- A representative from the gallery will remain on the premises throughout the event.
The Lowe Gallery cannot assume responsibility for items left by the caterer, guests, or rentee. Caterers or rentee are responsible for removing all articles brought in during the rental event.

- Permission to have dancing will depend upon the exhibition and must be approved prior to the event.

- Loud music is not permitted at The Lowe Gallery. Instruments using electrical amplifiers must keep amplitude down. Management and staff may instruct band to lower volume or shut down if not able to comply. All bands must sign waiver to this effect here by acknowledging that they understand and are willing to comply to this house rules.

- Smoking is not allowed inside the gallery.

- In the event of any damages occurring to any artwork or to the physical condition of any and all public space within the Lowe Gallery itself, the rentee will be held solely responsible and will be billed accordingly. This includes, but is not limited to scratches, nicks, breaks, or marks of any kind.

- Beer kegs are not permitted.

- No rice allowed, only birdseed or flower petals thrown outside.

printable Rental Application

Floorplan

Availability

The Lowe Gallery is a retail art gallery. The gallery is available for rentals after 5:30 PM Monday through Saturday, and all day Sunday. Other times are available for an additional charge. The date requested for rental is considered upon receipt of a deposit. The Lowe Gallery is only responsible for the rental of its kitchen and public spaces, and is not an event planner.

Capacity

Maximum Capacity 300
Seated Dinner 50 persons maximum in the Grand Salon 40 persons maximum in small salons.

The gallery space is comprised of 6,000 square feet.

Rental Fees

*All weekday or weekend evening rentals:
$5,000.00
(50% due with application + $500 refundable security deposit)
(Bal. Due 60 days before rental date. If space is rented within a 60-day window, then entire rental fee + $500 security deposit is due up front).

*Holiday rentals are available at an increased rate.

The security deposit is completely refundable within 7 days following the event if no damages have occurred, nothing has been taken, or no cleaning beyond customary is required. If any of the above exceeds the amount of the deposit, rentee will pay the additional amount.

Application Procedure

Upon completion of the application, 50% of the balance plus a $500 security deposit must be submitted with the application. Upon approval of the application, the 50% paid is non-refundable. The balance of the rental fee will be due 60 days before the date of rental. If space is rented within a 60-day window, then entire rental fee + $500 security deposit is due up front. Failure to submit payment at that time will void the rental agreement. The Lowe Gallery is not able to extend credit but can accept MasterCard or Visa, with a 3% service charge. All checks are to be made payable to The Lowe Gallery.

The rentee should distinguish between party ending time and house closing time. Party ending time means the time the clean-up begins, the band stops playing and the bar(s) closes. House closing time is the time when all persons are out of the building. House closing time is 1:00 a.m. In the event the rentee should need or want to extend these hours, prior approval is required, an additional fee of $500.00 dollars per hour will be applied.  If prior approval is not attained and the event goes beyond 1:00 a.m. the fee will be $700 per hour.

Rehearsal Time

Request for rehearsal time must be indicated on the application at the time of applying. One hour of time is allotted and is dependent upon the availability of the facility. It is the rentee's responsibility to contact The Lowe Gallery in person or by telephone to work out an acceptable time. There is an additional charge for this one hour of time. Any additional time will create an additional charge of $500.00 per hour. Rehearsal times can be most easily accommodated on Sundays, Mondays, or before 10:30 a.m. and after 5:30 p.m. Tuesday - Saturday.

Parking

The Lowe Gallery has parking on the premises. Valets and/or police officers are suggested for events over 100 people for parking ease.

Security

Rentee must provide one security person at rentee's expense for every one hundred guest attending rentee's event.

Alcohol Consumption

Alcohol may be served at The Lowe Gallery. The Lowe Gallery reserves the right to close all bars should the gallery staff deem it necessary to protect the facility and safety of individuals. Bartenders will be professional and will obey the laws pertaining to the serving of alcoholic beverages.

Available Equipment

The Lowe Gallery is to be used for holding and heating of off site prepared foods.
The following is available for use during rental times only.

Stacked Double Oven
Double door refrigerator unit with freezer including ice-maker
GE Dishwasher
Single basin sink
One table - 4 feet
7 Disc C.D. Player

Event Planner / Caterer Responsibilities

- The event planner/caterers working at The Lowe Gallery must have copies of their business licenses, certificates of insurance, and proof of workman's compensation on file with The Lowe Gallery.

- On the days that the Lowe Gallery is open, event planner/caterers may not begin setting up until 5:00 p.m. Exceptions will be considered.

- A representative for the event planner/caterer must be on site through out the entire event. Beginning at time of delivery of supplies, until end of clean up.

- The Lowe Gallery is not responsible for accepting or storing ANY rental deliveries outside of the designated set-up and break-down times.

- Event planner/caterers are responsible for unloading, setting up, and reloading all their goods. In the event the event planner/caterer not show at the time of arrival of supplies, a $500.00 surcharge will be assessed.

- All rented items are to be neatly placed on the designated area by the event planner/caterer after the event.

- All rented items or delivered goods (alcohol, flowers, video equipment, etc., etc.) must be signed for by the rentee or event planner/caterer. No Exceptions.

- Caterers are responsible for maintaining cleanliness in the kitchen and all public spaces of the gallery, including restrooms during the event.

- Caterers must collect all glasses, dishes, trash, etc. during the event to avoid unsightly pileup. Rental items such as dishes, glasses, silverware, etc. are to be rinsed by the caterer and neatly placed in the original boxes provided. Non-returnable items such as paper items should be discarded in trash cans.

- Caterers are responsible for all cleaning of the kitchen and all public spaces in the gallery including the restrooms after the event. This includes the sinks, counter tops, trash, and ovens, kitchen floor, and especially the sweeping of the main gallery floors, this includes mopping, if necessary.

- All garbage bags are to be sealed before the caterer takes them to the dumpster. There will be absolutely no dumping onto the grounds.

- There is to be absolutely no food or bulk items emptied into the sinks as they clog easily.

- All empty bottles are to be disposed of in the boxes they came in and carried to the dumpster. Bottles are not to be thrown in the garbage cans. Ice buckets with wraps and corks should be filtered into the trash.

- Caterers are to provide all necessary tools such as trash bags, can openers, foil, pots, towels, dish detergent, knives, and other supplies necessary to carry out their duties. The Lowe Gallery cannot provide any of the above items.

House Rules

- The rental agreement is between The Lowe Gallery and the rentee, the rentee is solely responsible for any and all monies owed.

- The Lowe Gallery will not remove any significant element(s) of any exhibition to accommodate any event. The Lowe Gallery reserves the right to refuse to move any work(s) of art, or to conceal it by any means what so ever.

- At no time will artwork or furniture be moved without prior permission. All installations or shows are to remain intact.

- There can be absolutely nothing hung, nailed, or taped to the walls at The Lowe Gallery without the permission of gallery personnel.

- All publicity concerning The Lowe Gallery must be approved through The Lowe Gallery.
The rentee or a representative for the rentee, i.e.. the event planner/caterer must be on site through out the entire event.

- A representative from the gallery will remain on the premises throughout the event.
The Lowe Gallery cannot assume responsibility for items left by the caterer, guests, or rentee. Caterers or rentee are responsible for removing all articles brought in during the rental event.

- Permission to have dancing will depend upon the exhibition and must be approved prior to the event.

- Loud music is not permitted at The Lowe Gallery. Instruments using electrical amplifiers must keep amplitude down. Management and staff may instruct band to lower volume or shut down if not able to comply. All bands must sign waiver to this effect here by acknowledging that they understand and are willing to comply to this house rules.

- Smoking is not allowed inside the gallery.

- In the event of any damages occurring to any artwork or to the physical condition of any and all public space within the Lowe Gallery itself, the rentee will be held solely responsible and will be billed accordingly. This includes, but is not limited to scratches, nicks, breaks, or marks of any kind.

- Beer kegs are not permitted.

- No rice allowed, only birdseed or flower petals thrown outside.

printable Rental Application