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Imagine hosting an event surrounded by locally-made, vibrant art in the Ottawa Valley, or sharing your art skills to a group adjacent to the gorgeous Mississippi River. Carleton Place Gallery welcomes all creatives and members of the community to enjoy this space.
Please contact us directly to discuss rental of the main gallery and studio space.

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Studio Workshop Booking
Group sessions, special events, workshops or clinics
  • The studio can accommodate workshops consisting of 10 people sitting at tables and comfortably, 20 people seated in rows
  • Location in an easy access to shops and restaurants in downtown
  • Window monitor advertising for your event or workshop
  • Access to our vast media network to advertise your workshop
  • Laundry tub and private washroom
  • Commercial Heat Recovery Ventilator
  • Projection screen and projector
  • Free WiFi
  • Studio connected to gallery with access to basic kitchen and microwave during business hours
  • Fee for basic rental of space is $25/hour plus HST.
  • The gallery is willing to manage and administer all registrations for a workshop session, should that be of interest. The cost of this service will be 30% of each participant's registration fee. Additional services include financial management, marketing and promotional management, social media advertising, and graphic design.

In-Gallery Event Booking
Cocktail receptions, candlelight moments, intimate concerts and more…
  • Limited free onsite parking!
  • The gallery can accommodate up to a maximum of 50 people, depending on the type of event.
  • Fees start at $150/hour plus HST, and is dependant on time of year, weekday or weekend, and details of event. 
  • All walls and fixtures are moveable and configurable to allow for different event needs.
  • $500 security deposit cheque, dated the day of your event, payable to the Carleton Place Gallery. This will be returned after the event, provided there is no damage or breach of contract.
  • A 30% non-refundable deposit for Weddings and special events and a signed contract will confirm your date and will be applied to your final balance. The remaining balance of the total rental fee must be received within two weeks of the event date. Should you cancel within two weeks of the event, no refund will be issued. 
  • If there is a change of the date or hours of your booking, contact us as soon as possible.  
  • If you would like to serve alcohol at your event, you must obtain a Special Occasion Permit (liquor licence). Go to www.agco.on.ca and search for Special Occasion Permit. Only certified SmartServe bartenders may serve alcohol on site. A copy of your liquor licence must be provided before your event.
  • To preserve our historic buildings, we do not allow open flame candles in any of the buildings.  ​
  • You may bring in your own caterer. There is no cooking permitted on site. There are limited kitchen facilities available.

ANSWERS TO MORE DETAILED QUESTIONS ABOUT BOOKING THE CP GALLERY

What are some of the main rules of gallery or studio bookings?  ​
  • The gallery and workshop are non-smoking facilities.
  • Minor children are allowed to use the building with appropriate supervision.
  • Please do not touch the art.
  • General photography is welcomed but full photographs of specific art that could conceivably be reproduced is prohibited.
  • The gallery is not responsible for lost or stolen articles, under any circumstances.
  • There are residential apartments above the gallery. Please respect their parking and privacy.
Can I serve alcohol in the gallery or the workshop?
THE GALLERY DOES NOT OPERATE WITH A LIQUOR LICENSE THEREFORE:
  • If personal wine is served, a ‘Special Occasions Permit’ must be arranged by YOU through the AGCO at the cost of the renter and a copy of the permit on site during the event.
  • No person under the age of 19 will be served alcoholic beverages.
  • No alcohol is to be consumed outside of the gallery and licensed area.
  • The gallery will not be held liable should something occur that causes injury or damage as a result of the consumption of alcoholic beverages or drugs.
Can I decorate or customize the space for my event?
The amazing news is that 100% of the furnishings and interior walls in the gallery are ‘moveable’ and so with advance discussion, the gallerists can assist to create a custom configuration of the gallery space for your event. However:
  • Only Gallerists are permitted to move the fixtures, walls and furnishings.
  • Some customization of the space is possible in the studio however other fixtures, such as the shelving, are not configurable. Folding tables and chairs are available to the studio users and these can be set up however the renter wishes or tucked away to allow for more space.
  • Workshops will only be undertaken in the studio and not the main gallery space, which is reserved for special events and meetings.
  • Some decorating might be allowable however this will need to be discussed and approved in advance of the event/booking.
  • Nothing is to be affixed to the doors, floors, walls or fixtures or hung from the ceiling. This includes: nails, tacks, adhesives, glues, clear or duct tape or other.
Should I include my setup and tear-down time in my booking?
​The short answer is ‘yes’.
  • ​Setup and cleanup outside the booking hours require approval and may incur additional charges. YOU are responsible for cleanup as the renter.
  • All garbage must be removed when vacating the building and the space must be left in the tidy condition in which it was found at the outset.
  • Any damage to the gallery or studio areas during the rented timeframe is the sole responsibility of the renter and Carleton Place Gallery will bill the renter for any damages over and above the security deposit.
Why do I have to pay a Security Deposit and how does that work?
As you can imagine, hosting events inside a space with delicate original art and all-white walls means there is a certain amount of risk involved. As a cautionary measure and ONLY FOR THE GALLERY at this time, we ask for a $500 Security Deposit payable within 7 days of booking, or the reservation will be subject to cancellation.

The Security Deposit will be returned in full within 7 days after the event provided the venue is left clean and undamaged.
How do I submit a Rental Application and Payment Schedule?
  • All applications for renting the spaces must be submitted and approved by Carleton Place Gallery.
  • $500 security deposit cheque, dated the day of your event, payable to the Carleton Place Gallery. This will be returned after the event, provided there is no damage or breach of contract.
  • A 30% non-refundable deposit for Weddings and special events and a signed contract will confirm your date and will be applied to your final balance. The remaining balance of the total rental fee must be received within two weeks of the event date. Should you cancel within two weeks of the event, no refund will be issued.  
What is your Cancellation Policy?
  • To receive a partial refund for studio/workshop rentals, your cancellation must be received in writing to [email protected] or by phone at least 2 weeks prior to your reservation date.