Types of Chapel Events
Wheeler Chapel is the perfect setting for your event. Over the years we have hosted many types of events including weddings & receptions, showers, anniversaries, graduation parties, performances, recitals, rehearsals, family gatherings, political, civic, and business meetings, and various other educational venues. See event photos.
Flexible Layout
Interior rental space is all on one floor with a handicap ramp at the front entrance, a foyer or entrance room, a main hall with a handicap-provisioned bathroom and complete kitchen on one side and nursery/changing room on the other. In the back is our large meeting room that connects directly to the kitchen, hall, and nursery/changing room. The meeting room measures 37′ x 38′, has 12 folding tables each comfortably seating 8 adults and comfortable foam, seat and back, cushioned chairs. All tables and chairs can be stacked out of the way to make a very large open area if needed (about 1,100 square feet). The chapel has permitted occupancy of 124 persons standing and 76 seated at tables. See interior photos.
Exterior rental space includes a fenced-in, west, and northside lawn; a circular front driveway with two handicap parking spaces; and a southside parking lot for ten cars. Additional parking is available along Chapel Lane and Wheeler Street as well as nearby Shaw’s Market. See exterior photos.
The Intangibles
- The charm of a classic 19th-century country chapel
- Affordable rates and available dates
- Conveniently located
- Ample parking
- Walking distance to a supermarket for last minute needs
Prices
Wheeler Chapel has a simple, low cost, rate plan that applies to any available date, any day of the week. We charge $75/hour with a two-hour minimum. A special rate of $225 is available for up to five-hours for a baby shower or school age child’s birthday/graduation party. The length of the event includes preparation, the event itself, and cleanup. Cleanup is required and takes at least 30 minutes to complete using our Renter’s Cleanup Checklist. If the two-hour rate is in effect, just 90 minutes remain for prep and the event. For an additional hour’s rent, you can receive three additional hours of chapel use that create ample time for your planned event as well as a relaxed cleanup. On the other hand, if you are pressed for time and wish to forego cleanup, we offer a cleanup waiver on our two-hour minimum rental for an additional $50 at time of payment.
Dates
Consult our Event Calendar to review available dates. We can schedule multiple events on a single date. Dates appear by the month up to one year from the current month. Click on the side arrows to advance to another month. Hover over a scheduled event to get more detail. If you have questions about dates or times please include them in the Provide Added Details section of the Rental Application/Inquiry below.
Reservation Process
After viewing our Event Calendar and ready to reserve or just have questions, please submit the form below mentioning in the Provide Added Details section any items of interest such as when you might like to inspect the chapel or what your event will cost. You will receive a prompt reply by email, mail or phone. To reserve a date we must have a signed Building Use Agreement and pre-payment in full. When all details have been verbally agreed upon, the agreement will be mailed, emailed, or presented to you in person for your signature. Payment can be made by cash or check and is fully refundable if cancellation is made before the event date and in accordance with the terms of the Building Use Agreement.
Rental Application/Inquiry
If you have a question about rentals or would like to personally inspect our facility, please include that information in the section above labeled Provide Added Details. We’ll be happy to respond.