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Sanctuary at Church of the Ascension

Name: Sanctuary at Church of the Ascension
Address: 127 Kent Street, New York, NY, 11222, US
Price range: from $500 hire fee / per hour
Rating: 5

Church

Whole venue

About this space

Church of the Ascension is beautifully renovated Gothic Revival style church located in Greenpoint, Brooklyn. Built in 1866, our recently updated sanctuary offers an exceptional venue for your special day.

With its stunning architecture and proximity to Manhattan, Church of the Ascension provides an enchanting backdrop for your event. The sanctuary spans 3,000 square feet and has been meticulously restored to harmoniously blend elegant original details with modern updates.

The soaring ceiling, blond hardwood floors, and exposed original stone walls add a touch of timeless beauty to the space. The open floor plan allows for versatility in planning your unforgettable gathering.

We have hosted weddings, receptions, concerts, dance performances, panel discussions and parties. The venue is handicapped accessable.

Prices

Sunday

1:30 pm – 10:00 pm

from $500 hire fee per hour

Per hour

1:30 pm – 10:00 pm

from $500

All prices include sales tax.

Monday

6:00 am – 10:00 pm

from $500 hire fee per hour

Per hour

6:00 am – 10:00 pm

from $500

All prices include sales tax.

Tuesday

6:00 am – 10:00 pm

from $500 hire fee per hour

Per hour

6:00 am – 10:00 pm

from $500

All prices include sales tax.

Wednesday

6:00 am – 10:00 pm

from $500 hire fee per hour

Per hour

6:00 am – 10:00 pm

from $500

All prices include sales tax.

Thursday

6:00 am – 10:00 pm

from $500 hire fee per hour

Per hour

6:00 am – 10:00 pm

from $500

All prices include sales tax.

Friday

6:00 am – 10:00 pm

from $500 hire fee per hour

Per hour

6:00 am – 10:00 pm

from $500

All prices include sales tax.

Saturday

6:00 am – 10:00 pm

from $500 hire fee per hour

Per hour

6:00 am – 10:00 pm

from $500

All prices include sales tax.

Best price guarantee

Minimum booking duration: 6 hours

Capacity

Standing

up to 160
Dining

up to 140
Theatre

up to 160
Boardroom

up to 75
Cabaret

up to 125
U-Shaped

up to 75
Classroom

up to 160

Catering and drinks

Bring your own food or hire a caterer of your choice

Space where you can prepare food

You can bring your own alcohol free of charge

Facilities

Venue provides a sound system for music and announcements
Air conditioner
Room has windows or a skylight, so daylight comes in
Photography backdrops available
Dedicated dance floor area
Full-length mirrors available
Free on-street parking
Paid parking facilities available nearby
200 Wooden Chairs
Full Caterers Kitchen
Green Room/Breakout Room
On Site Coordinator Available
Unavailable: Accommodation is available on-site

Music & sound equipment

Venue allows playing your own music
Venue allows bringing your own DJ instead

Accessibility

Step-free access throughout the venue for wheelchair users
Toilet(s) adapted for guests with disabilities
Guests can enter without using stairs

Rules of the space

Allowed events

Events that you’re promoting or selling tickets for
Venue is licensed to host wedding ceremonies and receptions

Host rules

We have a few important guidelines to ensure a pleasant and respectful experience for all our guests:

1. Outside Catering Welcome: You are welcome to bring in outside catering for your event. We understand the importance of having the perfect menu to suit your preferences.

2. Smoke-Free Environment: To maintain a clean and healthy atmosphere, we strictly enforce a no-smoking policy inside the building.

3. Guest Curfew at 9:30 PM: To be considerate of our neighbors and ensure a peaceful environment, we kindly ask all guests to conclude their celebrations and depart by 9:30 PM.

4. Respectful Use of Space: We take pride in offering a well-maintained venue for all events. We kindly request all guests to treat the space with care and respect, leaving it in the same condition as they found it.

5. Avoid Loitering: To maintain a safe and organized environment, we request that guests refrain from loitering in front of the building. Let's ensure smooth arrivals and departures for everyone.

6. A deposit is required on all bookings.

Thank you for your understanding and cooperation. Should you have any questions or need further assistance, please don't hesitate to reach out.