The Heritage Society -- Facilities

Historic church building noted for its simple beauty and lack of ornamentation; neoclassical structure with Gothic windows and shutters; octagonal steeple; minimal decorations allowed.

TEA ROOM

Capacity: 100 (seated dinner)/ 150 (theater-style & reception)

The Tea Room is located in the Long Row Building. This unique space is perfect for meetings, presentations,, receptions, dinners, cocktail parties, and other special events.

MUSEUM GALLERY

Capacity: 200 (reception)

Exhibition space consisting of two main galleries, a video room and a replica 19^th century general store; contains a 1911 Ford Model T and photographs of Houston taken between 1930 and 1980. Availability is dependent upon the layout of temporary exhibitions.

CONNALLY PLAZA

Capacity: 300 (seated dinner)/400 (reception)

This uncommon outdoor facility is available for receptions, cocktail parties or seated dinners. The backdrop of Houston's skyline against the open green space of Sam Houston Park and The Heritage Society campus is impressive and unique to Houston. Beautifully landscaped brick patio dedicated to the memory of Texas governor John Connally with magnificent oak tree and rose garden; surrounded by the 1823 Old Place, 1850 Nichols-Rice-Cherry House, and the 1866 Fourth Ward Cottage. Tenting is recommended for events.

Is parking available?

Limited parking is available behind the Kellum-Noble House, in The Heritage Society visitor parking lot. The lot has a 60 car capacity. Additional parking is available at the client’s expense at nearby parking garages and surface lots.

What are the rental rates for each of the facilities?

Rates are per hour and vary based on weekday or weekend use. All facilities require a four hour minimum rental and refundable security/damage deposit. Set-up and break-down time must be factored into the rental.

How far in advance may I reserve a date to rent one of the facilities?

Reservations may be made nine months in advance of your event and are confirmed only when you have paid 50% of the rental fee and signed the Facility Rental Agreement.

Upon renting a facility, what services does The Heritage Society provide in the time preceding, and on the day of, the event?

Rental rates include the service of a facility manager who will consult with you prior to the event and be on site for the duration of the event. The Heritage Society does not provide event planning services, catering, decorating, storage, event set-up or event break-down.

Is alcohol permitted at events held in THS facilities?

Alcoholic beverages may be allowed in the areas rented by the user under the Facility Rental Agreement with the following conditions:

The user must contract with a company that is a TABC certified provider to serve all alcoholic beverages;
The supplier must submit copies of all required permits and certification of insurance;
THS requires police officer(s) at any event where alcohol is served.

What other restrictions pertain to the use of THS facilities?

Smoking is not permitted anywhere on the site
No open flames are permitted anywhere on the site
All events must be completed, broken down and equipment removed no later than midnight
Glitter, feathers, rice, birdseed, confetti, etc. are not permitted
Only service animals are permitted inside of THS facilities

For reservations and rates for the Connally Plaza, Tea Room, Museum Gallery, or 1891 St. John Church, please call The Heritage Society Office at (713) 655-1912, or email at cwatson@heritagesociety.org.