Rentals

A Venue for All Occasions

With a convenient downtown location, rich history and warm, elegant atmosphere, the barrier-free St. Cecilia Music Center building is a perfect location for wedding receptions, bridal showers, and parties and gatherings of all kinds as well as business meetings, luncheons, conferences and seminars. With its 650-seat Royce Auditorium and a total of 7 grand pianos, 4 of which are Steinway, all expertly maintained, St. Cecilia is also an ideal spot for musical recitals, rehearsals and performances. Each room has air conditioning and is open for use 7 days a week.

Depending on the size of your event and its purpose, St. Cecilia Music Center has a space to meet your needs.

RENTAL ROOMS AND RATES (all rates include set-up)

ROYCE AUDITORIUM – Rental: $1,350

An acoustically superb and exquisitely decorated hall, this handsome auditorium provides stepped seating and full stage lighting and rigging. Each of the 650 seats provides audience members an intimate setting in which to experience the joy of live performance. The auditorium is completely barrier-free for both audience and performing artists, has several areas of handicapped seating and is equipped with a green room and dressing rooms.

DEXTER BALLROOM – Rental: $1,000

This gracious and spacious second-floor room, with stairway and elevator access, includes a platform stage, two grand pianos, and kitchen facilities. Room capacity is 180 for a sit-down dinner, 165 for a buffet style service and 175 for a meeting or program.

PRESIDENTS ROOM – Rental: $300

Beautifully appointed, light and airy, with platform stage, two grand pianos and a small kitchen, this charming space seats 50-100 persons and is suitable for recitals, teas, receptions and meetings.

MIKA MUSIC LIBRARY – $150

Oak-paneled walls, parquet flooring, cozy fireplace, one grand piano and kitchen facilities all contribute to the warm and welcoming ambiance of this lower-level room, which holds 50-75 people. This is a perfect choice for receptions, recitals and meetings.

DANCE STUDIO – Rental: $100

Complete with wall mirrors, dance barre and piano, this room is perfect for small recitals or as practice space.

TERRYBERRY GALLERY – $125

Located on the lower level of the St. Cecilia Music Center building, the Terryberry Gallery is an artist’s delight and gallery goer’s dream. With its beautiful airy space, special exhibit lighting and handsome tile floors, the gallery is the perfect art showplace for a small reception or meeting.

EXCLUSIVE CATERERS
St. Cecilia Music Center offers the following catering options, each with a wide selection of cuisine, presentation and pricing:

Martha’s Vineyard is our exclusive beverage caterer.

ADDITIONAL SERVICES
Coffee service: $25
Includes two pots of coffee, regular and decaf, cups, creamer, sugar, stir sticks and beverage napkins. Each pot serves approximately 25 cups. Additional pots are $5 each.

Water service:
We offer complimentary water in pitchers upon request. Bottled water is available at
$1 per bottle. Please order in advance to guarantee this service.

Linens:
Pricing available upon request. Linens and tableware can also be ordered by your caterer.

FAQ

What are your hours?
Regular building hours are Monday – Friday from 9 a.m. – 5 p.m. Our evening and weekend hours are dependant upon the events that are scheduled in the building. Please call in advance for access to the building after hours.

What is your smoking policy?
St. Cecilia Music Center does not allow smoking anywhere on the premises or within 10 feet of the entrances to the building.

What are acceptable forms of payment?
St. Cecilia Music Center will accept personal check, Visa, MasterCard, Discover and cash.

Are all of the rooms handicapped accessible?
Yes, there is a barrier free entrance to the building located to the left of the main entrance. Upon entering the building there is an elevator which reaches all floors.

Is parking available in the St. Cecilia Music Center lot?
The parking lot at the center has 50 parking spots and is included in your rental fee. If your event is taking place in conjunction with another event in the building you will be sharing parking. Parking on the streets is free after 5 p.m. and on the weekends. The lot directly across Ransom Avenue at Park Congregational Church costs $5 per car. The First United Methodist Church lot located directly behind St. Cecilia Music Center on Barclay Avenue is available to use free of charge if their gate is up.

Do we have to use a caterer from your list or can we bring in our own?
St. Cecilia Music Center has exclusive contracts with each of the approved caterers, which guarantee that our clients will select only from our preferred list and will not bring in an outside vendor. This is not only beneficial to us but also to our clients. Having a select group of caterers that work in our facility provides you with a smoothly executed event. Our caterers are very knowledgeable about the building and familiar with their surroundings when catering for your special occasion. This also helps ensure adequate preservation of our historic facility.

Does St. Cecilia Music Center provide decorations?
St. Cecilia Music Center does not stock decorations for events. The client is responsible for providing all decorations as well as removing them following the event.

Are there any restrictions on decorating for our event?
All candles must be enclosed in glass and may not be placed on window ledges. We do not allow open flame candles. Please do not tape or nail decorations to any of the wood or painted surfaces.

Does St. Cecilia Music Center provide linens?
St. Cecilia Music Center can provide linens for your event for an extra charge. Pricing will vary. If you are using a caterer for your event, the linens are usually included in their pricing; always check with your caterer before placing a linen order.

Is AV Equipment available such as projectors, screens, speakers etc.?
St. Cecilia Music Center does not supply AV Equipment. For a list of AV equipment rental companies please contact the event and facility manager. Many of our clients are now inquiring about using their iPod during their reception instead of hiring a DJ service. We do not have any restrictions against this, however, please be aware that you will need to provide the audio cable to hook your iPod up to our sound system as well as any additional monitors in order to maximize the sound for your event.

Are we allowed to use the pianos?
Yes, clients may use the pianos with prior approval. The pianos in the building are tuned on a regular basis. If you would like the piano tuned specifically for your event there will be a $105.00 tuning fee.

May we use the other areas of the building during our event?
Common areas of the building are: The Terryberry Art Gallery on the lower level, the VanderHyde Foyer on the main level and the Idema Room on the main level. All other areas of the building require a rental fee for use. Keep in mind that there may be other events going on in the building during your event.

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For more information and updates contact Carla Messing, facility and event manager, at .(JavaScript must be enabled to view this email address) or 616.459.2224. The St. Cecilia Music Center office hours are 9 a.m.-5 p.m.