DECORATIONS: The Museum provides space, six (6) rectangular tables, eighty (80) chairs and trash cans for rental use. Linens may be rented from the museum at an additional cost. Decorations, floral arrangements, and the like are the responsibility of renter and they must be set up and removed the day of the event. Hooks, nails, tape and staples may not be mounted on the walls, chairs, or tables. Renters are prohibited from modifying space in any way that may cause permanent/temporary damage to the facility. Candles cannot be used within the facility.
FOOD: The Museum exclusively works with a caterer familiar with the historic nature of our building. Kerry’s Catering LLC will work with any budget to create a custom menu suited to your event. Please note if you choose to bring your own food that the Museum does not have a full kitchen, it serves as a prep space only. The Old Colony History Museum takes NO responsibility for any items left after an event.
ALCOHOL: The Museum reserves the right to review, approve and/or rescind plans for serving beverages, both with or without alcohol, as part of a scheduled rental event. It is understood that beverage service can only begin at the contracted event start time and must terminate within one-half hour of the contracted event ending time. Prior to the event, the renter must provide a current Certificate of Liability Insurance naming the Old Colony History Museum as an additional insured as well as an “alcohol rider” (if such drinks will be served at the event) prior to the event date. Please note that food and drink service are not allowed on the second floor of the Museum. All alcoholic beverages must be served by a TIPS certified bartender. Please note Kerry’s Catering can provide this service. OCHM staff members reserve the right to halt alcohol service if necessary.
