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Event Spaces : Cheatham hall

Classy and Elegant

Cheatham decorated for gala

Photo by Eric Holen

Great for corporate meetings, weddings, receptions, birthday parties, bar mitzvahs, auctions, concerts and more.
Cheatham Hall lunch

 
 

In Cheatham Hall you’ll find a comfortable interior, graced with an elegant design of simple lines and soothing wood tones throughout. A permanent raised stage lends a theatrical feel to the hall, making it ideal for presentations, panel discussions or performances.

In a beautiful park-like setting, Cheatham Hall provides an exceptional venue for your event. Adjacent to the Discovery Museum and surrounded by Portland's Washington Park, Cheatham Hall features stunning architecture and beautiful landscape. The nearby Washington Park MAX station provides excellent transportation alternatives.

With the hall's versatile use, our setup staff can meet your event needs for classroom-style presentations, dinners, banquets, ceremonies, news conferences, audience presentations, workshops, tradeshows and more.

Ceilings that vault 20 feet high give the hall a sense of spaciousness. A U-shaped foyer surrounds the main hall and is suitable as a display area, reception space or for informal conversation during break periods. Cheatham Hall is entirely carpeted in contemporary neutral colors.

Further amenities include adjustable lighting, a full kitchen, basic sound system and an enclosed side patio for extra space or event preparation.

Tours and Questions
For a complete tour of our facilities, or to check availability, please contact: Patti Nemer, Event Sales and Rental Manager email 503-488-2101.Please note: Patti's hours are Tuesday - Saturday. Buildings are shown by appointment only. Our call volume is very high and we make every attempt to return messages within 24 hours

Cheatham Hall Floor Plan (PDF)
Campus Map (PDF)

Capacity

Reception

200

Banquet

150

Conference

200

Classroom

100

Room Size

66' x 66'

Sq. Ft.

3,000

Ceiling Ht.

20'

Included

  • 200 chairs
  • 25 rectangular tables (8' x 30")
  • 10 round tables (60")
  • Setup of tables and chairs according to your layout
  • Use of the kitchen
  • Basic PA system with one microphone
  • Wi-Fi available
  • Podium
  • Two coat racks
  • Portable 18' x 18' dance floor is available.

Food/Beverage Services

The World Forestry Center does not have onsite catering.  We do provide tables, chairs, and the use of the kitchen. Please refer to our Preferred Caterers List for food/beverage services you may need.

Hours

Building is accessible three hours prior to the time of function. Earlier access is negotiable. Departure time is midnight.

Deposits

Deposit is non-refundable if reservation is cancelled, but can be transferred to another date if the building is available. Deposit becomes the cleaning and security deposit at the time of the event and is refundable if the building is left in satisfactory condition. Rental balance is due 30 days prior to the event.

Reservations

Reservations are made with the World Forestry Center's Event Sales & Rental Manager and are made on a first-come-first-served basis secured by payment of the reservation deposit.