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Welcome to Johnson Hall— Your Community Gathering Place!
At Johnson Hall, we’re proud to be more than just a historic opera house — we’re a place where the community comes together to celebrate, learn, and connect. Whether you’re planning a private gathering, reception, workshop, wedding, or celebration, we invite you to explore the unique spaces available for rent in our beautiful building, right in the heart of downtown Gardiner.
We offer a variety of flexible spaces and services to help make your event special, from intimate receptions in our second-floor lobby to larger gatherings on our ground floor Logan Stage or third floor Reehl Stage. Our team is here to help guide you through available options, including sound, lighting, projection, and bar services, so you can tailor your rental experience to meet your needs.
We value events that foster community spirit and welcome a variety of functions — from family celebrations to civic events. While we do not typically rent the facility for ticketed public entertainment events or political functions, we’re happy to discuss your plans and see how we can accommodate your gathering.
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Logan Stage (First Floor) – Starting at $300
The Logan Stage offers a flexible space for gatherings of up to 110 guests in theater-style seating or 60 at tables. With an additional 12’ x 24’ stage, this space is well-suited for performances, receptions, movie nights, meetings, and celebrations. Standard rental includes up to 5 hours of use, with time for both setup and breakdown included.
Customize your event with a range of add-ons, such as stage lighting packages, microphones, audio playback, and projection for movies or presentations.
Bar service is also available, starting at $150 for a cash bar with one bartender, with additional bartenders available at $30/hour. You may also pre-purchase drink tickets to treat your guests while maintaining flexibility and convenience.
Second Floor Lounge and Lobby – Starting at $300.00
Our inviting second-floor lobby and lounge offers a comfortable setting for intimate gatherings of up to 60 guests. The standard rental includes up to 5 hours of use, perfect for receptions, meetings, or casual celebrations.
Enhance your event with a range of convenient add-ons, including audio support (microphone and audio playback), an A/V cart with a 27-inch monitor and computer for PowerPoint presentations, and full bar service options.
Bar service starts at $150 for a cash bar with one bartender, with additional bartenders available for $30/hour. Prefer to treat your guests? We offer an open bar option using pre-purchased drink tickets for added flexibility and convenience.
Reehl Stage (3rd Floor Theater) – Starting at $2,000
Our historic Reehl Stage provides a dramatic theater setting with fixed seating for up to 407 guests (plus 20 additional seats if needed). The rental includes up to 5 hours of use and also provides access to the second-floor lobby and lounge for guest arrivals, green room access, and restrooms—making it ideal for performances, lectures, ceremonies, and large gatherings.
Enhance your event with a variety of professional add-ons, including advanced stage lighting, additional microphones (wired, wireless, or lavalier), projection and screen support, or use of a digital keyboard. A Johnson Hall technician is included to ensure your event runs smoothly.
Bar service can be added to your event starting at $150 for a cash bar with one bartender, with additional bartenders available at $30/hour. If you’d like to provide drinks for your guests, you may pre-purchase drink tickets for added convenience and flexibility.
Please note: Food is not permitted on the third floor. All setup and breakdown must be included within your rental hours. Extended time may be arranged in advance at an hourly rate.
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