Welcome to the Emma Willard School facility rentals page.
Our conveniently located historic campus can be the perfect location for your next occasion. Professional on-site staff can handle events from 10 - 200 people.
For more information check out Rental Facilities at a Glance and Rental FAQs.
To request an appointment or to be contacted by one of our event staff, please complete the event request form.
Alumnae Chapel
The Emma Willard Alumnae Chapel is a beautiful site for your wedding ceremony. The expansive grounds will provide photos to remember. Your florist can transform the aisle into the wedding processional of your dreams!
Don’t let the word chapel fool you, not only can we accommodate wedding ceremonies, we can also accommodate baptisms, memorial services, a musical performance or even a lecture.
The chapel can accommodate up to 200 guests.
Viewing hours are by appointment only.
Click here to view a gallery of Chapel images.
For further information please fill out the event request form or call Nicole Lynch, the Special Events Coordinator, at (518) 833-1798. Please also refer to the FAQ page for additional information.
Kellas Commons
The ultimate multi-purpose room! We can set it up for an auditorium style meeting or a board style meeting. It can also be used for smaller luncheons or showers. For an auditorium style meeting we can accommodate up to 100 people. For a board style meeting we can seat up to 40 attendees. And for a luncheon or shower, we can comfortably fit up to 64 guests.
The room comes equipped with a projector and screen; all you need to do is provide the computer and other supporting materials! We can also offer refreshments provided by our in-house caterer, Sodexo.
Viewing hours are by appointment only.
Click here to view a gallery of Kellas Commons images.
For further information please fill out the event request form or call Nicole Lynch, the Special Events Coordinator, at (518) 833-1798. Please also refer to the FAQ page for additional information.
Kiggins Auditorium
What a great place to hold a small play, music performance, a movie premiere. We have even held moving up ceremonies for local schools! It is also a great location to hold a lecture or a larger meeting. We have an audience capacity of 300. Please call for availability as this space is actively used by our students.
We can also hold a luncheon or dinner, up to 100 guests.
Viewing hours are by appointment only.
Click here to view a gallery of Kiggins Auditorium photos.
For further information please fill out the event request form or call Nicole Lynch, the Special Events Coordinator, at (518) 833-1798. Please also refer to the FAQ page for additional information.
Lyon-Remington Hall
While large in stature, this room can only accommodate up to 49 guests. This room overlooks the center of campus! This majestic room boasts a 25-foot ceiling and cathedral windows at either end of the hall. It is a great spot for smaller showers, smaller luncheons or a musical performance.
Viewing hours are by appointment only.
Click here to view a gallery of Lyon-Remington Hall images.
For further information please fill out the event request form or call Nicole Lynch, the Special Events Coordinator, at (518) 833-1798. Please also refer to the FAQ page for additional information.
Maguire Auditorium
A small, 100 seat capacity space. It has graduated seating. It is a nice space for a smaller lecture, meeting or music recital. Please note that this space is not handicap accessible.
Viewing hours are by appointment only.
Click here to view a gallery of Maguire Auditorium images.
For further information please fill out the event request form or call Nicole Lynch, the Special Events Coordinator, at (518) 833-1798. Please also refer to the FAQ page for additional information.
Wadsworth Meeting Room
A nice space for a smaller meeting. The tables can push together to accommodate a group of about 20. Spread the tables out and you have a nice space for a smaller luncheon!
The room comes equipped with a projector and screen; all you need to do is provide the computer and other supporting materials! We can also offer refreshments provided by our in-house caterer, Sodexo.
Viewing hours are by appointment only.
Click here to view a gallery of Wadsworth Meeting Room images.
For further information please fill out the event request form or call Nicole Lynch, the Special Events Coordinator, at (518) 833-1798. Please also refer to the FAQ page for additional information.
Cheel Aquatics Center
Cheel Aquatic Center is one of the finest swimming and diving facilities in the capital region with a six-lane competition pool and a one-meter diving board. The “shallow” end starts at 4 feet and goes to 12 feet in the deepest area of the pool. We require liability insurance so please inquire so we can see if your group’s coverage meets our requirements. You must provide your own certified lifeguard(s); 1 guard per 25 swimmers.
Viewing hours are by appointment only.
For further information please fill out the event request form or call Nicole Lynch, the Special Events Coordinator, at (518) 833-1798. Please also refer to the FAQ page for additional information.
Mott Gymnasium
Our gymnasium has two full-sized basketball courts. We rent out either per court or as the full gym, depending upon your needs and availability. Rentals are typically in the evenings during the week and we do have some morning and afternoon slots available on the weekends. We require liability insurance so please inquire so we can see if your group’s coverage meets our requirements.
Viewing hours are by appointment only.
For further information please fill out the event request form or call Nicole Lynch, the Special Events Coordinator, at (518) 833-1798. Please also refer to the FAQ page for additional information.
Robison Track
The state-of-the-art 6 lane track is the perfect place to host home meets. The track and field venue also includes separate runways for jumping and space for discus and shot put events. We require liability insurance so please inquire so we can see if your group’s coverage meets our requirements.
Viewing hours are by appointment only.
For further information please fill out the event request form or call Nicole Lynch, the Special Events Coordinator, at (518) 833-1798. Please also refer to the FAQ page for additional information.
Tennis Courts
Our 8 hard courts provide a great place for your tennis team to train and compete. They are available to rent court time at certain times of the year. We require liability insurance so please inquire so we can see if your group’s coverage meets our requirements.
Viewing hours are by appointment only.
For further information please fill out the event request form or call Nicole Lynch, the Special Events Coordinator, at (518) 833-1798. Please also refer to the FAQ page for additional information.
Athletic Fields
The outdoor sports facilities include grass fields for soccer, lacrosse and field hockey. As our athletic teams use them throughout the year, availability is limited. Please inquire if you are interested in renting them for practice, to host a meet or for a sports camp during the summer. We require liability insurance so please inquire so we can see if your group’s coverage meets our requirements.
Viewing hours are by appointment only.
For further information please fill out the event request form or call Nicole Lynch, the Special Events Coordinator, at (518) 833-1798. Please also refer to the FAQ page for additional information.
