The Water Tower is a 19th century historic landmark on the bank of the Ohio River.  It is also the home of Louisville’s leading contemporary art center, the Louisville Visual Art Association.  A major monument of the Greek Revival style, the building with its 169-foot standpipe tower was designated a National Historic Landmark in 1971.  The spacious facility provides an elegant setting for parties, wedding receptions, rehearsal dinners, business meetings or an event of your own design.  View our photo gallery View a previous event For more information contact Keith Waits 502.896.2146 x100 keith@LouisvilleVisualArt.org

The Facility
Percy Brown Hall
The 2000 square-foot hall has elaborate architectural features including a ceiling rising to 46 feet above the floor with large windows and a dramatic view overlooking the Ohio River.

Charlotte Price Gallery
The 1000 square-foot gallery, is available in conjunction with the adjacent Brown Hall, presents exhibitions of contemporary art, which ads color and beauty to your special event. The gallery contains a projection screen as well as adequate electrical supply for any event.

On the Green
The grounds immediately surrounding the Historic Water Tower are included with your rental. Tents and outside activities are allowed for events. Ample parking is available at no extra charge.
The L.V.A.A. has a total of 20-5ft round tables, assorted banquet tables and 170 white wooden folding chairs with padded seating. In addition there are approximately 25 black plastic chairs. These tables and chairs are for indoor use only. For use outside, it will be necessary to rent from a rental company.

The Water Tower
The Water Tower is a 19th century historic landmark on the banks of the Scenic Ohio River. A major monument of the Greek Revival Style architecture, the building with its 169 foot tall standpipe tower was designated a National Historic Landmark in 1971 and has been the home the art association since 1974. This spacious facility provides an elegant setting for your wedding, reception, graduation party, business meeting or any special day you want to celebrate in elegance.

2008 Rental Rates (prices in effect for rentals after December 31, 2007)
Percy Brown Hall, Price Gallery, kitchen, and grounds:

• Additional hours may be arranged at a rate of $100 per hour
• There is a $400 refundable damage deposit.
• Tables and chairs are supplied for indoor use.  They include twenty 5' round tables, twelve 4' round, eight 6' rectangle buffet tables, and 170 white, wooden folding chairs with cushions.
• LVAA will provide rental assistants for indoor table set-up and break down
• Special rates apply for holidays, Derby week and outdoor events. Call for quote.
• The Water Tower is now available for business meetings during mornings and afternoons. Rates are $100.00 per hour. Call for availability.

Capacity
Seating Capacity  
The Grand Hall and the Gallery combined accommodate 200 guests. Excluding the hardwood dance area of 20’ x 20’.
Seating is approximately 250 with use of the dance area.
Total capacity is 250-300 guests.
 
Theater Seating
The Grand Hall seats 225 theatre style and the gallery can accommodate up to 100 guests.
 
Standing Room
 The Grand Hall and the Gallery hold a capacity of 400 guests.

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