The tradition of using schoolhouses for community gatherings goes back to the early one-room schoolhouse days. The present Root District Schoolhouse, built in 1937, has been a vital community hub since then and is newly restored and open to the community to use, connect, and enjoy.
Available for rentals May through September
Free for Schoolhouse Supporters!! With an annual donation of $75 or more, Supporters can use the space for free for personal or community free events. Please fill out the Rental Request form to reserve the space for your event.
Ticketed events or fee-based classes- contact Cam Cross for the rental fee. cross.cameron@gmail.com
Refer to the calendar below to see when the Schoolhouse available for rental. Send a reservation request with the form linked under the calendar.
“The event was a big success and we received so many compliments about the space. We will definitely rent the schoolhouse again for future (cello) concerts.”
-Satisfied first renter 2022
Root Schoolhouse Facilities:
- Maximum capacity 49 people
- Handicap parking and accessibility ramp
- Broadband-Wifi (EC Fibre internet) and electricity
- Community room (1000 sq.ft)
- Stage
- Kitchen space includes: 4 outlets. No running water.
- Port-a-potty on site during the rental season. No indoor plumbing.
- 3 Tables (10’x3’), 50 chairs
- 5-6 non-handicap parking spaces
- Small refrigerator
- Microwave oven
House Rules:
- NO SMOKING is permitted on the property
- Carry in/carry out: Schoolhouse shall be left in clean order with all trash removed from building at end of event
- All tables and chairs returned to their storage areas at the end of the event
- Children shall be supervised at all times
- Kitchen area shall be left clean and ALL food removed.
- Approved electric appliances that renters can bring: (crock pots, microwave, coffee maker, tea kettle (need bring water).
- Propane grills are permitted outside in designated location
- Floors shall be broom swept and all spills cleaned at the end of the event
- Non-service animals are not permitted in the Schoolhouse
- No decorations shall be attached in any manner to the building, walls, woodwork, light fixtures, windows, etc.
- No open flames in the community space (including candles)
- Rental agreement is for the ground level Root Schoolhouse. Basement is not included in the rental and is off limits.
- Liability and damage(s) are the sole responsibility of Renter.
- The Schoolhouse can be rented 7 days a week, 8am-10pm during the rental season.
- No alcohol is allowed in the Schoolhouse
Here are some ideas for using the space generated from the community:
- Here are some ideas for using the space generated from the community:
- Dance Groups: Scottish Country, African, Ballroom
- Poetry readings
- Private gatherings
- Classes: Art, Dance, Crafts
- Book clubs
- Potluck Suppers (carry in/carry out)
- Music practice & performances
- CSA pick-ups
- History talks
- Yoga
- Food shelf
- Movie nights
- Game nights
- Tool library
- Plays
- Community resilience resource
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