Lewis Gallery

Main Library ⋅ Max Capacity: 70

The Lewis Gallery at Portland Public Library is a large and open gallery that has 75 feet of wall space, a soaring entry, track lighting, and great public visibility. The Lewis Gallery is a critical part of the Library’s intention to create a space that encourages greater visitation and public engagement with art.

Permitted Activities

Art Display/Exhibition

Arts and Crafts

Carnival

Child Play/Kids

Class/Instruction

Convention/Trade Show

Cooking/Food Preparation

Filming/Photo Shoot

Fitness/Dance

Formal Event

Information Table

Market/Boutique

Meeting/Discussion Group

Office Work/Studying

Party (Kids)

Party (Lively/Loud)

Party (Subdued/Mellow)

Performance

Political Gathering

Press/Media

Professional/Networking

Rehearsal

Religious Occasion

Screening (TV/Film)

Seminar/Conference

Sports/Athletic

request facility use

Pricing

$50.00/hr

$75.00/hr

Available only for rental when Library is closed to public. After-hours rates require security surcharge of $45/hr.; Partners & Govt. groups may require both a $35-45/hr. security surcharge and a $25/hr. maintenance surcharge.

Features and Amenities

INCLUDED

Internet Access (wireless)

OPTIONAL

Tables for food/literature
Tables
Registration Table
Projector (LCD) Staff Use Only
Projection Screen
Portable Sound System - $25
Freestanding Podium
Easels
Computer (Laptops - staff use only)
Chairs

Layout Options

Circle

70 people max.

Lecture

60 people max.

Standing (Empty)

70 people max.

Location