Questions guests ask about Wagnalls Memorial

Question 1

How do I request a room or a tour?

Accepted Answer

Call the number on the Rooms page or use the online Request a Room or Tour form.

Question 2

What does the room rental fee cover?

Accepted Answer

The fee covers use of the room and helps maintain the historic building. Ask the Foundation for current rates.

Question 3

Do photographers need to sign an agreement?

Accepted Answer

Yes. Photographers and videographers complete a room reservation request and an agreement, and a small studio fee applies.

Question 4

What is the hourly rate for photographers?

Accepted Answer

The agreement lists $50.00 an hour in normal operating hours and $100.00 an hour outside them.

Question 5

Can caterers use a kitchen?

Accepted Answer

Yes. The Social Hall has a full kitchen that caterers can use to serve your event. The Community Building rooms have kitchenettes.

Question 6

Can menus fit gluten-free and vegan needs?

Accepted Answer

The preferred caterers say their menu selections can be adapted to gluten-free and vegan diet requirements.

Question 7

Is bar service available?

Accepted Answer

Bar service comes through your caterer. If yours does not offer it, the Foundation helps schedule professional bartenders. Alcohol service is 21+ with valid ID.

Question 8

How many people does the auditorium hold?

Accepted Answer

The Historic Auditorium holds up to 300 people in its original fixed wooden seating. It is on the main floor.

Question 9

Which rooms seat 120 people?

Accepted Answer

The Loft, the Social Hall and each of the two Community Building rooms seat up to 120.

Question 10

Does the auditorium have a stage?

Accepted Answer

Yes. The auditorium has an elevated stage, which suits presentations.

Question 11

Are tables, chairs and staff included?

Accepted Answer

Reservations include table and chair set-up and staff on site if anything comes up.

Question 12

Can I bring my own caterer?

Accepted Answer

Yes. Outside caterers are permitted with an additional fee.

Question 13

Which caterers does the venue work with?

Accepted Answer

Creative Cuisine and L.A. Catering in Columbus and Barrel & Boar in Canal Winchester.

Question 14

Can we hold a wedding outdoors?

Accepted Answer

Yes. Indoor and outdoor weddings and receptions are offered for up to 120 guests.

Question 15

Is there parking?

Accepted Answer

Yes. Free parking is in the private lots and on nearby streets.

Question 16

Is there elevator access to the Loft?

Accepted Answer

Yes. Elevator access is available to the second-floor Loft.

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