During cruise ship season (April to November), the view can be blocked by cruise ships and/or cruise ship ramps. A harbour view cannot be guaranteed during this time. For more information please visit https://portcontrol.portofhalifax.ca/ or inquire directly with a member of our Facility Rentals team.
Yes, the Museum has multiple rental spaces available and reserves the right to schedule more than one event at a time, or within a day. When booking a rental space, please ensure requested timing allows for set-up and tear-down of your event.
We make every effort to consider the nature of events taking place in order to minimize any potential conflict.
From date of contract signing, cancellation terms are as follows:
- Signing of the agreement to 60 days before the event = 50% of the full rental fee
- 59 days to 30 days before the event = 75% of the full rental fee
- 29 days to 0 days before the event = 100% of the full rental fee
There is a large paved parking lot to the right of the Museum entrance. Monday to Friday from 7 a.m. to 6 p.m. parking is $3.00 per hour to a maximum of $12.00 per day. On weekends, evenings (6 p.m. to 7 a.m.) and holidays parking is complimentary. On-street metered parking is also available near the entrance. Parking can be prepaid.
A certificate of insurance is requested for all events hosted at the Museum. Insurance may be secured through your preferred supplier or arranged directly through the Museum’s broker if you are not a business or organization who has existing event insurance. For additional information, please inquiry directly with a member of our Facility Rentals team.
Certain Museum spaces have built in audiovisual equipment that are plug and play. If you require a technician or additional audiovisual equipment, you are welcome to use a supplier of your choice. Please inquiry with a member of our Facility Rentals team about the features and limitations of your booked space.