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Are you looking for a unique space to hold a special function?

Areas of the Polk County History Center are available for private and community events Tuesday through Saturday. Call (863) 534-4386 for detailed information on rental fees, policies and procedures.

Available Rooms for Rent

1926 Courtroom
This courtroom is multi-functional, whether hosting a wedding reception, dance or conference. This room is suitable for large occasions.

Conference Room
The conference room with adjoining break room is located on the third floor. This room is most suitable for mediations, temporary attorney space during trials and small business meetings.

Booking an Event

Rooms may be rented in the History Center Tuesday through Saturday from 9:00 a.m. to 9:00 p.m. To schedule an event at the History Center, please complete a Facility Use Agreement and submit the form with a $200 security deposit. You may pick up Facility Use Agreement forms at the History Center, or request we mail or email one to you by calling (863) 534-4386.

Event insurance is required for all rentals at the History Center.

Special event rentals at the Polk County History Center are available in specific four-hour increments at $125 per hour, or full day, according to the following rental schedule:

  • 9:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.
  • 11:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.
  • 1:00 to 5:00 p.m.
  • 9:00 a.m. to 9:00 p.m. (Full Day)

Special occasions including weddings, wedding receptions, reunions, anniversary celebrations, birthday parties, etc., require a full day rental at $1,500 per day and require the services of an event planner who has completed all training provided by the History Center.

Rental Fees for Special Events
FeesDetailsAmount
Security DepositTo secure the date(s). Separate from rental fee and refundable after event if there are no damages or extra time used.$200
Rental Rate Per HourIncludes set-up, take-down and clean-up time.$125
Special occasions requiring a full day rentalRequires the services of an event planner who has completed all training provided by the History Center. For events that include alcohol, additional fees and paperwork are required. Contact History Center staff for details and requirements.$1500
Equipment StoragePer day for materials not removed after event.$50
Nonprofit Rental FeePer day, or fraction thereof, during normal History Center operating hours. For nonprofit before/after hours events, regular rental fees apply.$250
Commercial PhotographyTwo-hour blocks$100
Rental Fees for the Third Floor Conference Room
FeesDetailsAmount
Security DepositTo secure the date(s). Separate from rental fee and refundable after event if there are no damages or extra time used.$200
Daily Rental FeeUse schedule: 7:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m. Monday through Friday$250
1908 Courtroom for practice trials/educational useIn conjunction with rental of the Third Floor Conference Room$350