Facility Use & Rentals
VIRTUAL TOUR
provided by Travers City Tourism
provided by Travers City Tourism
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Note: Mills Hall-upper level is now beige with hardwood floors.
No longer the burgundy and gold shown in some older photos. VIRTUAL TOUR
provided by Travers City Tourism Rental Rates
Mills Meeting Area (lower level)
Daily: $125 Mills Hall & Theater (upper level) Daily: $375 Mills Meeting Area & Mills Hall (upper and lower levels together plus kitchen) Daily: $450 Special Event Package: $1200 for 3 days
Optional Set up Fee: $75.00 for tables and chairs only. Tables & chairs: available at no extra charge (on-site use). MILLS HALL: 60' round tables (15) and upholstered chairs (150). 8' rectangular tables are also available. MEETING SPACE: 8' rectangular tables and folding chairs(50). Use of refrigerator, freezer, and counters in the kitchen is included with the above rental rates. Security Deposit $150 Refundable if rented area is cleaned up after use and no damages are incurred. Non-Profit Rates: Contact Mills for rates (Requires proof valid nonprofit EIN) |
Two locations in the Mills Community House are available for rent: the Meeting Space in the lower level and Mills Hall on the upper level. The middle floor is leased by the Benzonia Public Library and is not available to rent. All areas are handicapped accessible with an elevator serving all three floors.
Meeting Space features include:
Mills Hall features include:
Kitchen Space information:
Includes:
Renter Responsibilities include:
The Mills Community House has been available for community use for over 100 years and continues to be a gathering place for a variety of organizations and events. Come visit us to find the best space for your next business or club meeting, party, shower, wedding reception, concert, fund raiser, dance or other special event.
The facility is centrally located in Benzonia on US-31N and near the intersection of M-115W. A large parking lot adjoins the building, with additional parking available nearby. Next to the grounds is a public park with playground, tennis courts, and softball diamonds that are converted to an ice rink in the winter. PR for events is the responsibility of the renters.
The Mills may place information for public events on website. |
ALCOHOLIC BEVERAGE POLICY:
Renters who plan to serve alcoholic beverages at their events will need Host Liquor Liability insurance in the minimum amount of one million dollars ($1,000,000) for the event, with Mills Community House Association named as an additional insured. Proof of insurance must be received by Mills House at least 30 days prior to the event.
The sale of alcoholic beverages is not permitted without a liquor license issued by the State of Michigan. The Renter agrees to abide by all Federal, State and local laws concerning the sale, service and consumption of alcoholic beverages on the premises.
If food is going to be SOLD at your event (includes donation pricing), a Temporary Food Facility permit from the Health Department must be provided at least 30 days prior to the event.
Renters who plan to serve alcoholic beverages at their events will need Host Liquor Liability insurance in the minimum amount of one million dollars ($1,000,000) for the event, with Mills Community House Association named as an additional insured. Proof of insurance must be received by Mills House at least 30 days prior to the event.
The sale of alcoholic beverages is not permitted without a liquor license issued by the State of Michigan. The Renter agrees to abide by all Federal, State and local laws concerning the sale, service and consumption of alcoholic beverages on the premises.
If food is going to be SOLD at your event (includes donation pricing), a Temporary Food Facility permit from the Health Department must be provided at least 30 days prior to the event.
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Mills Hall-upper level
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Meeting Space-Lower Level
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Kitchen-Lower Level
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Parking Lot and Reader Board
Parking lot photos courtesy of Brian's Superior Sealcoating www.brianssuperiorsealcoating.com |
Before Renovations-Upper Level
