750 Hornby Street Vancouver BC V6Z 2H7 @vanartgallery.bc.ca 604.662.4714
Coat Check Washrooms Elevator gallery 4th floor 4 EAST ROOFTOP PATIO Combined Capacity for Rooftop Pavilion and Room 4East: 3RD FLOOR ROTUNDA Reception 200 to 250 Guests Dining 120 Guests 3rd floor contact Gallery Venue Rentals 604-662-4714 @vanartgallery.bc.ca vanartgallery.bc.ca Gallery Space 2nd floor Gallery Space 1st floor Georgia Street Hornby Street ROTUNDA FORECOURT LOBBY Howe Street Gallery Store Robson Square Combined Capacity for the Lobby, Forecourt & Grand Rotunda: Reception 500 Guests Dining 200 to 250 Guests N E Entrance Boardroom 301 & Courtroom 302 located on the 3rd floor in the Gallery s Annex building. W S N * Please note that capacities may vary based on current exhibitions
3 Turn your next gathering into a spectacular event. The Vancouver Art Gallery is the perfect setting for meetings, receptions, dinners, weddings and corporate functions. The largest art museum in Western Canada, the Gallery presents major exhibitions of historic and contemporary art and houses a collection a more than 10,000 works, including the most comprehensive collection of the work of beloved Canadian artist Emily Carr. The Gallery offers the city s premier cultural experience and is conveniently located downtown within walking distance of major hotels and the Vancouver Convention Centre. The Vancouver Art Gallery is currently housed in a stunning neoclassical heritage building, originally the provincial courthouse. Choose from several inspired event spaces, including the grand foyer and rotunda with a soaring, four-story dome and twin marble staircases or one of the original historic courtrooms, complete with judge s bench and rich oak woodwork. A rooftop pavilion overlooking Robson Square provides one of the most dramatic bird s-eye views in the city. Guided exhibition tours are also offered, providing your guests with an exclusive art experience. Private-guided tours are available before, during and after regular Gallery hours of operation. Our Gallery Rentals staff work in concert with a group of preferred event partners to ensure that your experience is exceptional. For a listing of our preferred partners, please see page 10. With outstanding art and one-of-a-kind event spaces, it s no wonder the Vancouver Art Gallery is the preferred site for the city s most memorable occasions.
4 1st floor lobby forecourt grand rotunda The largest combined event area in the Gallery, the lobby, forecourt and grand rotunda are perfect for formal dinners, weddings and cocktail receptions. The three areas are available beginning from 5pm daily until midnight, excluding Tuesdays. Access to the first floor exhibition galleries is available at an additional charge. capacity Reception...500 Guests Dining...200 to 250 Guests rate $6,180 includes security staff and onsite supervisor. Prices subject to GST. *All events at the Gallery must conclude by 12 midnight.
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6 4th floor rooftop pavilion & room 4east Enjoy a fantastic view of Robson Square from our enclosed rooftop deck and adjoining interior room 4East. This premium space includes event lighting, a sound system with ipod accessibility and a service bar. capacity Reception...250 Guests Dining...120 to 165 Guests rate $7,900 includes security staff and onsite supervisor. Prices subject to GST. *Available daily from 8am until midnight.
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8 3rd floor boardroom 301 This historic room was once the home of the Supreme Court of British Columbia. This intimate space features many notable architectural details, including oak wainscoting, banjo windows and simple chandeliers. It also contains a 60 flat screen TV and a board table that comfortably seats up to 10. 301 capacity Reception...80 Guests Dining...50 Guests Theatre...70 Guests rate $810 Available day and evening hours. Based on a 4 hour block. Prices subject to GST.
9 3rd floor courtroom 302 Formerly the chief justice s courtroom, this unique space retains its historic bench and wainscoting. The courtroom is an intimate venue for your day or evening event. 302 capacity Reception...100 Guests Dining...80 Guests Theatre...100 Guests rate $810 Available day and evening hours. Based on a 4 hour block. Prices subject to GST.
to complete the perfect event... We are pleased to recommend our Preferred Event Partners, all with experience in providing outstanding event services at the Gallery. preferred event partners gallery café savoury city catering culinary capers catering and special events four seasons hotel vancouver pedersen s rental a&b
11 preferred event partner gallery café Enjoy the informal sophistication of Vancouver s most popular downtown café. Whether you are planning a wedding or a corporate reception, let the Gallery Café and Catering make it an unforgettable event with a personalized menu and professional staff. From our made-by-hand hors d oeuvres to coordination of live music, flowers and party, our goal is to ensure a worry-free event. At the Gallery Café, casual elegance is reflected in our food, presentation and personal service. contact 750 Hornby Street Vancouver BC 604.688.2233 info@thegallerycafe.ca thegallerycafe.ca
preferred event partner savoury city catering 12 Savoury City Catering has its finger on the pulse of all things local. Solid relationships with the best artisanal food producers in the Lower Mainland have given us a broad canvas to work with. We use everything our region has to offer; sustainably harvested seafood, pasture raised beef and farm fresh produce to create food that is bold, fresh and exhilarating. Personalized service, seamless execution, and flawless coordination of your event will make for an elevated experience. contact 3925 Fraser Street Vancouver, BC Tel: 604.875.8484 info@savourycity.com savourycity.com
13 preferred event partner culinary capers catering and special events Culinary Capers Catering is Vancouver s premier full-service caterer for social, corporate and special events. Our award-winning culinary style, quality and vision makes us an industry leader in producing beautifully presented and delicious cutting-edge cuisine. Culinary Capers has been in business since 1986 and constantly pushes the creative envelope in food presentation, service, décor and design. Our professional team has been honoured with a number of national and international special event awards. contact 1545 West 3rd Avenue Vancouver, BC Tel: 604.875.0123 info@culinarycapers.com culinarycapers.com
preferred event partner four seasons hotel Let Four Seasons Hotel Vancouver s legendary service and inspired cuisine set the stage for a fabulous evening at The Gallery. We provide a seamless planning process with a wealth of resources to support every need including complimentary china, linens and flatware. Four Seasons is proud to be innovators in environmental stewardship and culinary sustainability programs like Oceanwise(TM) and a host of other green initiatives. Complement your evening with preferred guest room rates at our luxurious hotel just across the street! gallery 14 contact 791 West Georgia Street Vancouver, BC Tel: 604.689.9333 info@fourseasons.com fourseasons.com/vancouver
15 contact 110 West 4th Avenue Vancouver, BC Tel: 604.879.5281 sales.abpartytime@telus.net abpartytime.com preferred event partner a&b party time We are proud to offer Vancouver s most complete rental inventory for your next special event. Delivering on time, sparkling clean inventory is just the beginning of your experience with us. It is the dedication to quality that has made us the leader in the industry for 50 years. We re always invited to the best parties!
16 preferred event partner pedersen s Pedersen s is recognized by industry partners and competitors as a pioneer in the event industry. With a huge list of Pedersen s firsts, we consistently lead in introducing new inventory into the marketplace, are constantly researching new products and consistently train our staff on the latest trends. The Celebration Experts is a name we have earned by offering distinctive service and memorable events for more than 60 years. contact 50 3711 North Fraser Way Burnaby, British Columbia Tel: 604.324.7368 info@vancouver.pedersens.com vancouver.pedersens.com
17 event partners angela & gabriel s flowers furnishings by corey loungeworks mchugh productions meridian valet services partyart design upright décor vivid lighting solutions angela & gabriel s flowers 604.669.0505 cathedral@angelagabrielflowers.com angelagabrielflowers.com loungeworks 604.687.2774 info@loungeworks.ca loungeworks.ca furnishings by corey 604.298.9994 corey@furnishingsbycorey.com furnishingsbycorey.com mchugh productions audio visual specialists 604.728.5948 info@mchughproductions.com mchughproductions.com meridian valet services 604.331.7223 info@meridianvalet.com meridianvalet.com partyart design 604.875.0122 info@partyartbc.com partyartbc.com upright décor 604.878.1955 info@uprightdecor.com uprightdecor.com vivid lighting solutions 778.786.1517 info@vividlightingsolutions.com vividlightingsolutions.com
UP DN DN UP DN 18 rotunda 395 Sq ft forecourt 1436 Sq ft UP HORNBY ENTRANCE lobby 1885 Sq ft GALLERY STORE ROBSON ENTRANCE 1st floor gallery main floor combined 3716 Sq ft available rental space gallery space
floorplans lobby, forecourt, rotunda heritage boardroom 301 heritage courtroom 302 room 4east rooftop pavilion 4th floor gallery STORAGE 62 Sq ft PANTRY 36 Sq ft ELECTR. room 4East 1491 Sq ft DN rooftop pavilion 1820 Sq ft 19 DN UP 3rd floor annex building boardroom 301 770 Sq ft courtroom 302 1187 Sq ft ELECTR.
20 additional information Our comprehensive policies and procedures guidelines are available through the Gallery s coordinator and will also be included with your contract. Rental clients may also request an electronic version of our rental policies and procedures prior to contract. Please note that clients are required to submit a list of all vendors to the Gallery s rental coordinator at least 30 days prior to the event. All vendors must adhere to the museum s policies and procedures. All event logistics must be approved by the Gallery s rental coordinator. Due to strict conditions affecting works of art, all decorations, lighting, floral, ice sculptures, displays, audio/visual and sound equipment must be approved by the Gallery 30 days in advance of the event. Photography is not permitted in the exhibition galleries. Please note: The Vancouver Art Gallery is available for private event only. Fundraisers, religious and politically-affiliated events, press and media events, as well as publically ticketed events are not permitted in the Gallery. notes Images credits: A&B Party Time Rentals; Kyla Bailey; Melissa Baker; Culinary Capers Catering and Special Events; Culinary Capers Catering and Special Events, Photographer: John C. Watson; Four Seasons Hotel Vancouver; Gallery Café; Hitoni Gilliam; Randall Kurt Photography; Trevor Mills and Rachel Topham, Vancouver Art Gallery; Pedersen s Rentals; Ruth Sandilands Photography.
contact Gallery Venue Rentals 604-662-4714 @vanartgallery.bc.ca vanartgallery.bc.ca 750 Hornby Street Vancouver BC Canada V6Z 2H7