Meeting Room Rental
Shared Space for Shared Vitality
The Hannah Grimes Center cultivates rural economies of shared vitality by providing education and support for essential, locally rooted endeavors, sharing resources, and building engaged networks.
Our conference rooms are some of those shared resources.
Located in downtown Keene, our spaces are designed for workshops, board meetings, trainings, community conversations, planning sessions, and gatherings that strengthen our region. Whether you’re hosting a professional development session, convening collaborators, or bringing people together to learn something new, we’re glad you’re here.
We offer flexible room setups, strong Wi-Fi, A/V capability, and a welcoming environment grounded in learning, connection, and collaboration.
Why Conference Rooms at HGC are Different
Our meeting rooms are not just rental inventory. They are shared community space within our mission-driven nonprofit facility and supported in part through federal funding. Our approach ensures that our space remains a shared resource that directly supports our mission and the work happening within our community.
We’re grateful to everyone who gathers here.
A Note About Availability
As our programming continues to grow, we’ve adjusted how we manage room reservations so we can continue supporting both ongoing partners and new initiatives. One-time room rentals remain widely available on a space-available basis. Recurring reservations (for example, “the first Thursday of each month”) are reserved for HGC programming, monthly private office tenants, and approved community partners.
This process helps us balance steady community use with room to grow new programs that advance our mission.
Not sure where you fit? Reach out to us at operations@hannahgrimes.com.
Buckminster Room: up to 12 people
Capacity: 12 people
A/V: Television
Whiteboard: yes
Handicap accessible: yes
Best suited for: small meetings, board meetings, group work
Cost:
$50 per hour (for profit)
$30 per hour (nonprofit)
Colony Room: up to 15 people
Capacity: 15 people
A/V: Television
Whiteboard: yes
Handicap accessible: yes
Best suited for: small meetings, board meetings, group work
Cost:
$50 per hour (for profit)
$30 per hour (nonprofit)
Roxbury Room: up to 16 people
Capacity: 16 people
A/V: Large Television
Whiteboard: yes
Handicap accessible: yes
Best suited for: board meetings, small presentations, small workshops
Cost:
$50 per hour (for profit)
$30 per hour (nonprofit)
Wadsworth Room: up to 35 people
Capacity: 24 people (classroom, roundtable), 35 people (theater)
A/V: Projector and screen, ceiling speakers
Whiteboard: yes
Handicap accessible: yes
Best suited for: larger workshops, large board meetings, community meetings
Cost:
$60 per hour (for profit)
$40 per hour (nonprofit)
Roxbury/Wadsworth Rooms: up to 75 people
Capacity: 50 people (classroom), 75 people (theater)
A/V: Large television, projector and screen, ceiling speakers
Whiteboard: yes
Handicap accessible: yes
Best suited for: large workshops, community events, presentations
Cost:
$70 per hour (for profit)
$50 per hour (nonprofit)
The Hive Co-working Event Space: up to 138 people
Capacity: 138 people
A/V: N/S
Whiteboard: yes
Handicap accessible: yes
Best suited for:
Cost: $150 per hour
Please contact us if you plan to serve alcohol at your event.
FAQs
Who can reserve a room?
We welcome businesses, nonprofit organizations, public agencies, and community groups hosting events with a professional or community purpose to make one-time room reservations.
Recurring reservations are limited to monthly private office tenants and Approved Community Partners.
What is an Approved Community Partner?
An Approved Community Partner is a business or organization who:
- Meaningfully aligns with HGC’s mission
- Contributes positively to our region
- Fosters welcoming and safe environments
- Is open to collaboration with HGC when appropriate
- Operates in ways that are consistent with our federal funding requirements
Approved Community Partner status is determined by the Executive Director, following guidelines established by the HGC Board of Directors.
Are there times when rooms are not available?
Some days are set aside for HGC’s operational and programmatic needs. If you are interested in booking during one of those times, please reach out to operations@hannahgrimes.com. Occasionally there is flexibility.
What kinds of events work well here?
Our rooms are best suited for:
- Workshops and trainings
- Board meetings
- Professional gatherings
- Community conversations
- Strategic planning sessions
- Classes and seminars
- Small community events
Because our facility includes carpeted conference rooms and shared office space, it is not well suited for cooking events, messy crafts, or children’s parties.
What’s included in a rental?
Most rooms include:
- Wi-Fi
- TV or projector
- Whiteboard
- Flexible seating configurations
Do you offer nonprofit discounts?
Yes. We offer rates reduced by $20/hour for qualifying nonprofit organizations with proof of status.
How do I book a room?
Check availability and submit a request HERE. If your needs are a little different — multi-day, custom setup, or questions about recurring use — please contact us at operations@hannahgrimes.com.
Where do I park?
The 12 center spots in the Hannah Grimes Center parking lot on Roxbury Street are available for renters on a first come/first serve basis. For more options, please check our parking page.
