Space Use Policy and Pricing

Guidelines for Use of Space as of February 1, 2026

Exhibitions, Educational Programming, and Events

Purpose

These guidelines exist to protect the integrity, safety, and sustainability of the Gemini Arts space while supporting artistic, cultural, and community-centered activity. As a developing organization, Gemini Arts is actively refining its policies and appreciates cooperation and shared responsibility from all users of the space.

What Gemini Arts Is

  • An art venue dedicated to exhibitions, programs, and events that support emerging and established artists.

  • A newly designed and constructed building that must be maintained to professional gallery standards.

  • A community-oriented, family-friendly space that welcomes audiences of all ages, including children.

  • A space committed to being safe, inclusive, and respectful for artists, participants, and visitors.

  • An evolving organization that is still developing policies and procedures.

  • A tenant of a privately owned building and subject to restrictions set by the property owner regarding permitted activities.

  • A cultural resource intended to promote a wide range of artists, not only well-known or commercially established ones.

What Gemini Arts Is Not

  • A bar nor nightclub. The space is not equipped with bartenders, security staff, or furnishings suitable for alcohol-heavy or high-risk environments.

  • A dedicated party nor event hall. Activities whose primary purpose is social partying rather than artistic or cultural engagement are not aligned with the mission of the space.

  • A venue with a fixed or established atmosphere. All uses of the space contribute to shaping how Gemini Arts is perceived by the community.

  • Part of a commercial entertainment district with built-in support from nearby nightlife or hospitality businesses.

  • An unrestricted, low-cost venue available for any purpose


Use Constraints and Expectations

To protect Gemini Arts’ role as an art-centered, family-friendly space:

  • All activities must align with the mission and values of Gemini Arts.

  • Alcohol service, if permitted, must be limited (e.g., wine and beer only) and explicitly approved in advance.

  • BYOB events are discouraged and may require special approval.

  • Events must be appropriate for a mixed-age audience unless otherwise approved.

  • All users are responsible for respecting the space, artwork, furnishings, and surrounding community.

Shared Responsibility

Artists, organizers, renters, and collaborators share responsibility for maintaining a safe, respectful, and welcoming environment. Use of the space should reflect care for the building, the artwork, and the broader community Gemini Arts serves.


Fees & Deposits

To support the ongoing care and operation of the Gemini Arts space, the following costs apply:

Exhibition Space - Main Gallery

  • $100 per week, with a minimum exhibition period of two (2) weeks

  • Exhibition fees only include:

    • Opening reception

    • Closing reception

    • Artist talk(s), as approved

Exhibition Space - Hallway Gallery

  • $50 per week, with a minimum exhibition period of two (2) weeks

  • Exhibition fees only include:

    • Artist talk(s), as approved

Renting for longer than 2 Weeks?

3 Weeks - $300 Main Gallery / $150 Hallway Gallery

4 Weeks - $400 Main Gallery / $200 Hallway Gallery

5 Weeks - $500 Main Gallery / $250 Hallway Gallery

6 Weeks - $600 Main Gallery / $300 Hallway Gallery

Event Space (Non-Exhibition Use)

  • $100 for the first hour

  • $50 per hour for each subsequent hour

Educational Programming Commission

We encourage class proposals in any media and for any student skill level. One-time workshops, set session classes (e.g. 6 classes per session) and regularly recurring classes can be scheduled.

Instructors will pay 20% of the class fee as commission to Gemini Arts Collective (reduced commission of 15% for Gemini Resident Artists).

Instructors are responsible for all class supplies and materials. Please, make sure to include the class material cost in the class fee.

Each submission will be reviewed by the Educational Programming Committee.

Security Deposit

Gemini Arts reserves the right to withhold part or all of the deposit to cover damage, cleaning, or policy violations.

  • A $100 security deposit is required upon approval of all exhibitions and events.

  • The deposit will be returned at the close of the exhibition or event, provided:

    • No damage has occurred

    • Any chairs or tables, owned by Gemini Arts, are collapsed and stowed

    • The space is left clean and in its original condition


Gemini Arts — Space Use Checklist for Application

Before submitting a request, please confirm:

Event Fit

☐ The primary purpose of the event is artistic, cultural, or educational
☐ The event is appropriate for a shared, community-oriented environment
☐ The event aligns with Gemini Arts’ mission and values

Space & Safety

☐ The event will not risk damage to the building, artwork, or furnishings
☐ No unauthorized installations, alterations, or attachments will be made
☐ Event activities comply with property-owner restrictions

Alcohol (if applicable)

☐ Alcohol service (if any) will be limited to wine and/or beer
☐ Alcohol service has been explicitly approved in advance
☐ No BYOB unless specifically approved

Conduct & Responsibility

☐ Guests and participants will be expected to behave respectfully
☐ The organizer will monitor the event and address any issues promptly
☐ The space will be left clean and in its original condition

By submitting a request, the organizer acknowledges responsibility for compliance with Gemini Arts guidelines and agreements.