The following information is an overview of the operating procedures associated with the Scott House. All activities and programs require the approval of the Office of the President as well as the Office of University Events and Strategic Operations.
We ask that clients and guests preserve the beauty and historical integrity of the Scott House by adhering to the provisions detailed below.
- The Scott House is wheelchair accessible from Shafer Court, and a limited-use elevator is available on-site.
- Banners, signs, decorations, etc. are not permitted with the exception of free-standing signs, easels, and flowers on tables. Nothing is to be hung, taped, or tied to any part of the Scott House.
- Open flames of any kind are not permitted inside the Scott House.
- No furniture in the Scott House is to be moved except through VCU Facilities personnel. Some rooms have furniture which has limitations on use and weight. Those pieces will be discussed during facility walkthroughs.
- The volume level of outside music must be in compliance with the City of Richmond noise ordinance. No music is permitted during regular business hours, and outdoor music must cease by 10 p.m.
- The Scott House is available for use Monday thru Friday, between 8 a.m. and 6 p.m., one client/event at a time. Events held during VCU operating hours must be appropriate to the space and in consideration of those working on the second and third floors.
- Event requests occurring after operating hours and on weekends will be considered on a case-by-case basis.
- The Scott House is accessible to the client and vendors two hours prior to the event (for setup) and one hour after the event's scheduled end time (for breakdown).
- Guests must leave the Scott House when the event is scheduled to conclude. Extending an event past the scheduled end time is not permitted.
The following rooms are available for rent and use on the 1st floor of the Scott House. The capacities listed below are for clear rooms and are not indicative of the capacities associated with furniture and rental items. The Office of University Events and Strategic Operations will discuss capacity concerns as appropriate.
- Main floor total: 120
- Dining Room (20’ x 27’): Seating for 12 at the dining room table
- Drawing Room(20’ x 30’): 50
- Den (20’ x 14’): Furnished
- Library (20’ x 18’): Furnished
- Conservatory (19’ x 12’): Furnished
Food consumed in the Scott House must be provided by one of the catering companies below. Should you wish to utilize other catering services, please contact the Office of University Events and Strategic Operations, at UNIVevents@vcu.edu for approval.
Procurement Services supports diversity within VCU’s supply chain by strongly encouraging the use of SWaM (Small, Women, and Minority-Owned) suppliers for purchases of goods and services in the local economy.
Catering arrangements are the responsibility of the renter.
- VCU Catering Services
- Phone: (804) 828-1272
- www.vcucatering.catertrax.com
- A Sharper Palate (SWAM Business)
- Phone: (804) 553-0495
- asharperpalate.com
- GARNISH (SWAM Business)
- Phone: (804) 262-5787
- garnishrva.com/
- Groovin’ Gourmets
- Phone: (804) 868-8900
- groovingourmets.com
OMO Catering (SWAM Business)
Phone: (804) 258-1803
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The Scott House serves as a front door to VCU, so we ask that you help us keep it ready for visitors and guests.
Immediately after an event ends, please remove all food, flowers, and trash from the Scott House by either taking it with you or taking it to the dumpster located behind the Anderson House/Pollak Building.
There will be a $100 charge for the removal of any food, flowers, or trash left at the house.
Event accessories*
The Scott House has various items that are available to our guests for a fee. All rentals from the Scott House must remain indoors and be set-up and removed by VCU Facilities.
| Description | Cost | No. available |
|---|---|---|
| Gold ballroom chairs | $5 each | 35 |
| 6’ rectangular tables | $10 each | 2 |
| 5' round tables | $15 each | 5 |
Linens, china, flatware, and glassware may be provided by caterers (consult them directly).
- We recommend using:
- Classic Party Rentals
- Phone: (804) 743-7980
- http://www.classicpartyrentalsva.com
All outside rentals are to be confined to the kitchen. Rentals are to be picked up no later than 10 a.m. on the following day. Saturday rentals may be picked up on Monday.
* The cost and set-up/break-down of rentals is the responsibility of the renter.