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W O R K . P L A Y . C E L E B R A T E .

f a c i l i t y r e n t a l s a t R o c k y H i l l S c h o o l

5 3 0 I v e s R o a d | E a s t G r e e n w i c h , R h o d e I s l a n d

Rocky Hill Schools campus is set along the Potowomut River and Narragansett Bay in Potowomut

Neck. This 84-acre campus offers convenient West Bay waterfront access in an idyllic New England

setting. Uniquely positioned to offer clients a range of venue options, Rocky Hill School is ideal for

corporate, private, and athletic events. From the waterfront lawn of Hopelands, a federal-style building

on the National Historic Registry, to the state-of-the-art Flynn Academic Center, to some of Rhode

Islands best grass playing fields, Rocky Hill School offers an array of options for all event needs.

F A C I L I T Y R E N T A L S

INDOOR SPACES

Flynn Academic Center

Flynn Lecture Hall

Campbell Center Cafeteria and Stage

Sharpe Gymnasium

OUTDOOR SPACES

Athletic Fields (2 inland, 4 waterfront)

Hopelands Lawn and Portico (waterfront)

Garden Classroom

Outdoor Amphitheater

Waterfront and Beach

Rocky Hill School | 530 Ives Road | East Greenwich | 401.884.9070 | www.rockyhill.org

CONTACT

Maria Emmons

530 Ives Road, East Greenwich, RI 02818

www.rockyhill.org/rentals

p. 401.884.9070 ext. 102 f. 401.885.4985

APPROVED VENDORS

Blackstone Caterers

FLIK Independent School Dining

McGraths Clambakes

Newport Tent Company

Russel Morin Fine Catering

Class P licensed caterer required for all events. Caterer must

be on the School-approved vendor list or written permission

must be obtained.

PARKING

Maximum 262 cars: Lot A (46), Lot B (78), Lot C (36), Grass

Lot D (100). Parking needs exceeding 46 require parking

management provided by caterer or valet service. Rocky Hill

School facilities are handicap accessible and handicap parking

is available.

NEARBY TRANSPORTATION & LODGING

Providences T.F. Green Airport & Train (9 miles)

Wickford Train Station (9 miles)

Extended Stay America, West Warwick (5.5 miles)

SpringHill Suites, West Warwick (6.2 miles)

Comfort Suites, West Warwick (6.3 miles)

Hampton Inn, Coventry-Warwick Area (8.8 miles)

Wingate By Wyndham, Coventry (9.2 miles)

Crowne Plaza, Providence-Warwick Airport (9 miles)

Rocky Hill School does not discriminate on the basis of race, creed, color, gender, sexual orientation, age, handicap, or national or ethnic origin in the administration of its admissions, financial aid, employment, education policies or other school programs.

Rocky Hill School offers access to a total of four playing fields which can be used for field hockey,

soccer, or lacrosse and two additional field spaces. Four fields have water views and two are located

in the inner campus. All of the playing fields are expertly maintained grass fields with built-in

irrigation. Bleacher seating is available at each field.

The campus also offers four outdoor tennis courts with an adjoined outdoor basketball court.

Access to rest rooms in the school gymnasium can be arranged subject to availability. An outdoor

portable bathroom is available by the waterfront playing fields.

A T H L E T I C R E N T A L S


Current AthletiC rentAl PArtnersBayside SoccerEast Greenwich Basketball Association East Greenwich Flag FootballLead the Way Field HockeySPOT RI Tennis

Thank you for your support of our recent rental of the gymnasium. The coordination of the rental, combined with accessibility of your staff to ensure access and security made our organization very appreciative of your facility. The convenience of the location and parking make it a great location for a gymnasium rental.

Brian Sullivan, PresidentEast Greenwich Basketball Association

Current AthletiC rentAl PArtnersBayside SoccerEast Greenwich Basketball Association East Greenwich Flag FootballLead the Way Field HockeySPOT RI Tennis

SPACE SIZE IN YDS FEE (per hour)

Field 1 50 x 50 $50

Field 2 (field hockey) 105 x 58 $75

Field 3 (soccer/lax) 100 x 55 $75



Field 6 110 x 65 $75

Tennis Courts (4) $50

Outdoor Basketball (1) $50

ATHLETIC FIELDS & COURTS

SHARPE GYMNASIUM

Sharpe Gymnasium provides year-round indoor space with two retractable basketball hoops, four

practice hoops, and an electronic scoreboard with timer. The facility includes one full-size basketball

court, bleachers, a half-court curtain divider, sound system, and rest rooms. Locker rooms are not

available to the public.

Gymnasium 62 x 100 feet $85

Full-day rates available upon request. Field striping can be arranged for an additional fee. Pricing

subject to change. Please call 401.884.9070 ext. 102 for availability.

Flynn Academic Center offers

businesses and organizations a

unique yet functional space for

meetings and retreats. The building

offers wireless internet access,

and each classroom is equipped

with ceiling-mounted projection

units, retractable screens, and

whiteboards. Seating in all classrooms center around an oval table, which serves as an ideal

platform for meetings and discussions for up to 15 people. Science labs offer the same amenities

as classrooms, but include three break-out stations traditionally used for lab work. Flynn Lecture

Hall and Nautilus are ideal for larger group gatherings and the Meeting Lounge is a comfortable,

yet functional space for smaller sessions.

R E T R E A T S & M E E T I N G S


FEES

Weekday: $2,000 | Weekend: $2,500 Single room rates available upon request. Rental of tables available upon request. Pricing is subject to change. Please call 401.884.9070 ext. 102 for availability

Flynn Lecture Hall has desk seating for 80, or 100 people in chairs. The room includes a ceiling-mounted projector, a retractable screen, and is outfitted for video-conferencing. The lecture hall can also be reconfigured with 8-foot tables.

Flynn Nautilus offers an open area ideal for group gatherings, announcements, and small receptions. Built-in seating can accommodate 125 guests.

The Meeting Lounge seats up to 30 and is furnished with fine leather furniture and an oval conference table. This room does not include projection equipment or white boards.

SPACE CAPACITY

Classroom 15

Science Lab 15-30

Lecture Hall 100

Nautilus Area 125

Meeting Lounge 30

FLYNN ACADEMIC CENTER MEETING SPACES

Rocky Hill School is a true retreat from the traditional corporate meeting setting and the staff couldnt be more attentive. From the moment we inquired through to the follow up, everyone at Rocky Hill School was a joy to work with.

Susan SoaresVice President of Retail Operations

Campbell Center is centrally located on the campus and

serves as the Schools cafeteria and auditorium. The main

assembly space can be used for large groups for a stage

performance or for a seated, catered event.

The stage offers an ideal location for performances, lectures,

and presentations. An audio system is installed in the space as well as ample lighting. A lecturn

can be provided at no additional cost. Assembly chairs are available for a fee and the space can

accommodate 250 people sitting in rows. For those wishing to host a seated event, the space can

seat approximately 150 guests around tables.

Adjacent to the assembly space, Campbell Conference Room accommodates 30 people seated

at tables or up to 50 sitting in chairs and is equipped with a projection screen. The space makes a

convenient service bar for catered events.

E V E N T S & A S S E M B L I E S


FEES

Weekday: $2,000 | Weekend: $2,500

Assembly space fee includes use of stage lights, sound system, portable projection screen, and

lecturn. Kitchen may be contracted by a professional caterer for an additional fee. Chair set-up fee

not included in rental fee ($2/chair). Rental of tables available upon request. Pricing is subject to

change. Please call 401.884.9070 ext. 102 for availability.

SPACE CAPACITY AVAILABILITY

Assembly Space & Stage 250 year round

Conference Room 30-50 year round

CAMPBELL CENTER EVENT & ASSEMBLY SPACES

Hopelands, the original, historic home of the Rocky Hill School estate whose proprietors include

well-known Rhode Island families such as the Green, Goddard, Brown, and Ives families, sits on

the edge of a magnificent waterfront lawn adorned with mature landscaping, a handcrafted stone

wall, and unparalleled access to the Green River and Narragansett Bay. This bucolic setting provides

a glorious back drop for any event including: clam bakes, family reunions, social and corporate

events, and wedding ceremonies. The lawn accomodates large tented events and the Hopelands

portico is ideal for for ceremonies, speaking engagements, or small cocktail parties.

O U T D O O R E V E N T S


Thank you for hosting the Brown University BIARI clambake. We have been running this event since 2009 and your venue was absolutely the most perfect!

Laura SadovnikoffAssistant Program DirectorThe Watson Institute for International Studies at Brown University

SITE FEE INCLUDES

Rest room facilities

Power (two 40 amp circuits available)

Onsite facility manager

FEES

Weekday: $2,000

Weekend: $2,500

Rates are based on a four-hour event. Additional hours may

be purchased at a cost of $500 per hour. Pricing subject to

change.

Clam Bakes: $200 facility fee for traditional clam bakes

DETAILS

Hours: Events times must fall between 10:00 AM - 9:00 PM.

Please call 401.884.9070 ext. 102 for availability.

Entertainment: Outdoor events are not permitted to use

amplified music that exceeds the City of Warwick maximum

permissible noise level of 60 decibels. Amplified music

can be played in all indoor locations, allowing for outdoor

ceremonies and indoor receptions.

Catering: Class P licensed caterer required for all events.

Caterer must be on the School-approved vendor list, or

written permission must be obtained. Caterers must remove

all trash from the premises.

Parking: Maximum 262 cars: Lot A (46), Lot B (78), Lot C

(36), Grass Lot D (100). Parking needs exceeding 46 require

parking management provided by caterer or valet service.

Rocky Hill Schools 84-acre campus offers several areas ideal for outdoor activities, complete with

the serene backdrop of Narragansett Bay. The beach area with kayak and sailboat launch is a great

choice for waterfront activities. The spacious outdoor Amphitheater provides a unique gathering

place for demonstrations, lectures and more. The 10,000 square foot Garden Classroom is a

beautiful choice for smaller gatherings and ceremonies. Rocky Hill School has ample choices to

enjoy the great outdoors during your next corporate event or private gathering.

O U T D O O R A C T I V I T I E S


GARDEN CLASSROOM

The Garden Classroom is a 10,000 square foot

living classroom with nine garden beds, an open

field space, and a central patio area. Complete with

flowers, plants, vegetables, and fruit trees, the space

offers a unique location site for field trips and small

ceremonies.

CAPACITY: 30 FEE: $75/hour


WATERFRONT & BEACH

Rocky Hill School provides direct access to the

Potowomut River, which opens up into Narragansett

Bay. Groups who wish to launch kayaks or sailboats

from the shoreline are treated to a manageable

access point for seafarers of all skill levels.

FEE: $75/hour; certified lifeguard required


OUTDOOR AMPHITHEATER

The Amphitheater provides a unique outdoor

assembly space for children and adults. Storytelling,

ceremonies, and childrens performances are ideal

for this location.

CAPACITY: 100 FEE: $75/hour


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