Available Spaces:

Newent Meeting House - pew seating, maximum occupancy is 140.

Town House Hall - free standing tables and chairs, maximum seated occupancy is 48, standing is 100. Includes use of food prep area including: microwave, refrigerator, and sink. Use of gas stove is available for additional $25.

The Green - outdoor space immediately surrounding the Newent Meeting House. No large tented events permitted.

Rates:

Newent Meeting House only: $150 (Lisbon resident) $175 (non-Lisbon resident)

Town House Hall only: $150 (Lisbon resident) $175 (non-Lisbon resident) (this includes use of the kitchen area to include microwave, refrigerator, sink, dishes).

Town House Hall & Gas Stove:  $175 (Lisbon resident) $200 (non-Lisbon resident)

Non-Profit Organization (501-C-3): $75 (Lisbon organization) $85 (non-Lisbon group)

Use of The Green only: for approved local event: No Charge. For these outdoor events use of our bathroom: $50.  (Portable toilets are not permitted on the grounds, and this is a savings from renting a portable toilet.) Use of The Green is considered on a case-by-case basis.

$100.00 security/cleaning deposit, required for all use, except grounds outdoor event.  The deposit is added to the rental fee and will be returned promptly after an inspection of the premises determines the areas are clean and picked up as they were before your event.

CANCELLATIONS:  The deposit will be refunded only if you inform us within 72 hours.  $50.00 will be deducted from the refund for administrative charges and for holding your date making it unavailable to other renters. (Full deposit will be refunded if you inform us of cancellation within two weeks of your event).

Terms for use:

The Newent Meeting House, Town House Hall and The Green are the property of the Town of Lisbon; however, the property is leased to the Lisbon Historical Society for 100 years, and therefore is subject to permissions & use as administered by the Historical Society.  Use is subject to limitations of the lease agreement, Town ordinance, LHS rules & policy.

By Lease agreement with the Town of Lisbon no formal religious services may be conducted on the grounds.  Other than official Lisbon Town Government business, no political meetings, fundraising, or speeches are allowed.  After election, political celebration parties are permitted. 

We make every effort to work with our community to use these facilities, but we must consider the needs of both the Society and Town, and the use of this space as a museum.

All renters need to adhere to the following items:

Alcoholic beverages may be allowed, but their serving must be by a licensed bartender in attendance, and with separate liability for their profession, or insurance acquired by you.

The Lisbon Historical Society, Inc. nor the Town of Lisbon will not be held responsible for any incidents that occur on or off these grounds because of liquor being served. That responsibility remains solely with the bartender, their separate insurance, additional insurance secured, and the rental party.  You may not bring a cooler filled with alcoholic beverages and serve them in that manner.  Soft drinks of any kind are welcome.

Smoking or Vaping is allowed in accordance with State rules, and we add nowhere within an area 100 feet from any entrance of the building or outside group of non-smokers on the premises.

No one is permitted to enter the Sanctuary or the office area without prior permission.

Wash and put away any dishes you use.

Turn off and wash the coffeepot.

Sweep the floors.

Be certain the thermostat is set to 55 degrees before leaving.  If air conditioners are installed and on, please turn them off.

Replace all tables and chairs as they were.

Empty all garbage cans, deposit contents in the barrels outside the kitchen door.                                                                      

Redeemable cans and bottles may be dropped in a bin in the kitchen area.

Recyclable items may be left in the blue recycle bin in the kitchen.

Before you leave, do a visual check of the items listed here to ensure you will not be responsible for extra charges or damages.

Turn off all lights inside the building.

Be certain all doors are locked.

Upon satisfactory inspection of the rental space your cleaning deposit will be returned.