Varley Venue Rentals

The Deacon Room at the Varley Art Gallery is the perfect venue for your function!

If you are looking for a unique venue for an intimate wedding reception or special celebration, look no further than the Varley Art Gallery. The 1,000 square foot Deacon Room has cathedral ceilings and large windows that look out to historic Main Street Unionville.

The Deacon Room is highly versatile and can also be easily set up for corporate meetings or functions. Should you wish to impress your guests even further, include a guided tour of the galleries for functions such as client appreciation receptions or a private party.

For smaller meetings with an emphasis on privacy, the study centre can be rented and holds up to 10 people.

Rental Information:
Rental of the Deacon Room, study centre and galleries at the Varley Art Gallery of Markham may be booked by contacting Doriana Cabeceiras at 905-477-9511 ext. 223

Rental rates are based on the total number of hours required for the event including set up and clean up time.

To reserve a space at the gallery, renters must complete a signed contract and deposit of 50% of the rental fee. The space will not be reserved until the deposit has been paid. The balance of the payment is due on the first business day of the month of the function.

The Town of Markham requires that all persons or companies renting Town facilities must have insurance coverage of two million dollars general public liability naming the Corporation of the Town of Markham as additional insured and including full participant coverage.

Varley Art Gallery of Markham Rental Agreement and Rental Contract

Rental Rates

Community Rates apply to established community service groups (i.e. Lions Club), and non-profit agencies and organizations. Private Rates apply to businesses, corporations, and other for-profit groups, and to individuals or groups booking private functions.

Area of gallery Capacity Set Fee Up to 3 Hours Set Fee 3 to 6 Hours After Closing Per Hour Florence and Donald Deacon Room Includes: 14 Gallery 5-foot tables, 75 folding chairs, microphone, speaker, podium, screen, complimentary 1-hour self-guided tour of Gallery Up to 146 standing Up to 70 seated Community: $187.00 Private: $267.00 Community: $374.00 Private: $534.50 Community: $66.00 + After Hour Staff Fee Private: $94.50 + After Hour Staff Fee Gallery Viewing (1 hour guided tour) Inquire Inquire Inquire After Hours Staff Fee (per hour) Community: $36.50 Private: $52.50 Setup fee $52.50 $52.50 $52.50 Rental of Courtyard (Flat Fee) Community: $73.50 Private: $105.00 Study Centre (Maximum of 3 hours during hours of operation. Includes board table and 10 chairs) Up to 10 Community: $110.00 Private: $157.00 All charges are applicable to GST.

Florence and Donald Deacon Room Capacity

Seated with tables 54 Seated, no tables 70 Slide/overhead viewing with tables 25 Slide/overhead viewing, no tables 50 No fixed seating 146

Room Availability   The staff of the Varley Art Gallery will be given first priority in booking the Community Room for Gallery programming and Gallery events. The Community Room may be rented during public hours, however availability may be limited. The public hours of The Varley Art Gallery are as follows: Spring/Fall Hours: Tuesday: 10 a.m. – 5 p.m. Friday: 10 a.m. – 5 p.m. Wednesday: 10 a.m. - 5 p.m. Saturday: 10 a.m. – 5 p.m. Thursday: 10 a.m. – 5 p.m. Sunday: 12 p.m. – 5 p.m. During the summer months (July and August), the Gallery is open 7 days a week. During the winter season (November to March) the Gallery is open from Tuesday to Sunday with an early closing of 4 p.m.