Facility Rental FAQs
Who can rent the facilities of the Museum?
Facility rental is a benefit of being a member and applies to all membership levels; individual through corporate. Click here to learn more about becoming a member!
What are the charges and are tables and chairs included?
Rental of the Carnegie Library and Atrium is based on your projected guest attendance at a per hour charge. Rental of the Auditorium, Stamats Library, and Grant Wood Studio is per hour; reduced full day rates are available. All rooms have a two-hour minimum rental. The Museum provides tables and chairs at no additional charge to accommodate most room sets within comfortable limits. Should your event require additional tables or seating, rental arrangements will need to be made.
Where can my guests park?
The Museum has a free parking lot for guests at the Second Avenue entrance. Ample street parking is also available on Third Avenue, in front of the building and on the side of the building along 5th Street. City parking meters are not enforced after 6:00 p.m. or on weekends.
Is there a rental insurance requirement?
A certificate of liability insurance is required for rental of the Carnegie Library and is common amongst arts related organizations. After reviewing the Carnegie Library contract you may want to check with your residential insurance agent for assistance.
Must I use a preferred caterer from your list?
Preferred caterers are selected for their consistent high levels of quality and service as well as their familiarity with the policies and procedures of the Museum. The caterer provides all the personnel, supplies, food and beverages; donated food and beverages are prohibited.
How can I make my event memorable?
Your guests will remember your event long after they leave with a perfect memento from the Museum Store. The Museum Store has many unique and exquisite items that complement our exhibitions and can serve as event thank you gifts, corporate incentives and prizes, wedding and shower gifts, and bridal party thank-you gifts.
For more information about facility rental, please contact Special Events Coordinator, Beth Roof at 319.366.7503 ext. 213 or broof@crma.org.