Rent the gallery
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Drift Gallery at the Wentworth-Coolidge Mansion Historic Site
AVAILABILITY
The Drift Gallery is available for rentals year-round.  Interior event space is approximately 1000 square feet and can accommodate up to a maximum of 150 guests. The gallery is only responsible for preparing the rental of its space and kitchen area. All art exhibitions will be left intact for the event.

RATES
  • $100/hour, Minimum of 4 hours (approximately 1 hr set-up/1 hr break down, 2 hour event) Shorter events can be accommodated.
  • Use of the kitchen is an additional $75 fee
  • An additional cleaning fee will be charged and varies with each event.

ALCOHOL CONSUMPTION
Beer and wine may be served to those of legal age, and must be provided by a licensed caterer or bar service. One police officer must be present during events serving alcohol. To hire an off-duty officer please contact Portsmouth Police Special Events, Tel: 603-610-7426

MUSIC
The open-concept design of the gallery means the acoustics inside are not conducive to musical acts, or amplified DJ's. We offer a sound system that works with an ipod for ambient music. Exterior performances are welcome, however they may not be amplified due to NH State Parks rules. During the Summer season, our neighbor, the charming Little Harbor Chapel is available to rent for musical performances, and is just a short walk (1/10 mi) from Drift Gallery for post-performance receptions and events.

EQUIPMENT
The following is available for use during rental times only:
  • One door refrigerator unit with freezer, no ice maker
  • Three 8-foot plastic tables with 30 matching chairs
  • Wireless Internet Connectivity
  • Ambient Speakers with iPod Connection

HOUSE RULES
  • There can be absolutely nothing hung, nailed, or taped to the walls at Drift Gallery without the prior approval of a gallery representative.
  • A gallery representative must approve all publicity concerning Drift Gallery.
  • Smoking is not permitted inside the gallery.
  • No glitter or confetti is allowed on the premises.
  • In the event of any damages occurring to any artwork or to the physical condition of any and all public space inside or outside, the renter will be held solely responsible and will be billed accordingly. This includes, but is not limited to scratches, nicks, and breaks.
  • No other art-related events may occur at the gallery without prior approval.

DIRECTIONS AND PARKING
Parking is available onsite. For directions and parking information, please click here.
EVENT PARTNERS
We prefer any group or organization that wishes to host an event at Drift Gallery engage our preferred event partners in order to ensure the most exceptional experience possible. At Drift Galley, every detail is accounted for, making each event we host an affair to remember and celebrate.
                    Elizabeth Curcio
                    info@thewhiteapron.com
                    (603) 617-3555
  • Independent Bar Tender: Alan Crofut
                    (603)-876-4700
                    chef@unbridledchocolates.com                    801 Islington St Portsmouth, NH 03801
                    (603) 436-0633
                    Ellen Foord
                    (603) 828-1960
                    ellen@minnowandco.com
  • Tents, Tables, Chairs, Linens, etc.
                    Exeter Events and Tents
                    (603) 778-7031
  • Photographers:
                    Grazier Photography
                    Enna and Matt Grazier
                    (603) 777-5169 or (877) 772-4629
                    info@grazierphotography.com

                    Geneve Hoffman Photography
                    (207) 475-3000
                    info@luminalife.com
  • Music
                    Cuzin Richard Entertainment
                    (603) 436-8596