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MUSEUM EVENT RENTALS CURRENTLY ON HIATUS

Thank you for your interest in renting the McKinley Presidential Library & Museum. Currently, we are not offering event rentals at the museum. This is a temporary pause in venue rentals. Please check back later this year as we expect resume renting our unique venue later in 2024.  

Entertain Your Guests at the McKinley Presidential Library & Museum

Entertain your guests by taking them a step back in time at McKinley Presidential Library & Museum, a venue that will have them talking about it through the decades.

The McKinley Presidential Library & Museum offers a unique venue for your next party, meeting, wedding or corporate event. We have many options to choose from that will impress your guests from the moment they step through the doors.

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THE MCKINLEY PRESIDENTIAL MUSEUM
The museum will give your next celebration or corporate meeting that extra WOW factor. Why not dazzle your guests, with the use of the entire museum at your disposal? This includes all indoor spaces except the add-on areas.


EVERHARD AUDITORIUM

This large auditorium can do it all! It’s perfect for small weddings and corporate meetings. This space includes a full kitchen with apartment-sized double ovens, cooktop, dishwasher and catering refrigerator. There is a stage area available if needed.  Tables, chairs, Wi-Fi, screen and projector are included with this rental. Seats up to 96 guests, 100 guests theatre style and will hold up to 100 guests without seating. Admission to the museum can be included at an additional cost.

 

School House

This meeting room is a great area to host that business meeting, shower or birthday party. The façade is that of a schoolhouse but the inside can be set up with your needs in mind. There is Wi-Fi, a projector and screen available for use. Restrooms are right outside the doorway. This rental includes admission to the museum for all guests. Seats up to 24 guests.

STREET OF SHOPS

Step back in time to days gone by in The Street of Shops. This area offers a nostalgic feel as your guests mingle and stroll through time. The use of the School House and Cabin are also included. 

GROUNDS USAGE
The grounds surrounding the Museum and Monument are privately owned through the Stark County Historical Society and make for a dramatic spot to hold that outdoor wedding or event.

The grounds are beautiful and offer spectacular views for those remarkable photo ops. The grounds can also be used for fundraisers such as a 5k, marathons, or other outdoor activities.
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ADD-ON Experiences

Planetarium Shows

Hoover Price Planetrarium Add-On Event Rental

This add-on or standalone package is certainly out of this world! Our trained staff will delight your guests with a Planetarium show of the night sky. This program is about 20 minutes in length and will hold 65 guests. Ask about specialized programs of the night sky – they can be customized for that special anniversary or birthday.

Photo booth

Our Photo Booth would be wonderful addition to your event! We are excited to work with you to create the perfect frame for your photos. Our photo booth is manned by staff at all times and photos are available through email/MMS or as traditional printed photos. 

We look forward to making your event extra special!

Please contact Abi Paris, Volunteer and Rental Coordinator, at 330-455-7043 or by email with additional questions.

Schedule Your Event

The McKinley Presidential Library & Museum offers a unique venue for your next party, meeting, wedding or corporate event. We have many options to choose from that will impress your guests from the moment they step through the doors.

Please complete the following form to begin your event scheduling process.