Voices of Pensacola Events

A photo of the POP Art on the side of Voices of Pensacola

Voices of Pensacola Multicultural Center highlights the diversity of the city through exhibits representative of culture groups that have shaped Pensacola history. This unique space is perfect for all types of events including: wedding receptions and rehearsal dinners, corporate events, lectures and seminars, networking events, seasonal and holiday parties, celebrations, luncheons, and dinner parties.

For public tours, please visit the Plan Your Visit page. 

Rental Rates:

Day Time Price

Monday - Thursday
(4-hour minimum)

 Availability varies* $100.00 per hour, plus tax
Friday
(4-hour minimum)		 Availability varies* $125.00 per hour, plus tax

Saturday - Sunday
(4-hour minimum)

 Available anytime $125.00 per hour, plus tax

*Voices of Pensacola's weekday availability varies depending on the current exhibits. Please contact us to check day time availability. 

**All bookings include a refundable $250.00 security deposit due two months prior to the event. This is in addition to the rental fee listed above. 

***Insurance is required for all events at all UWF Historic Trust properties. 
 

  • How can we pay the rental fee and when is it due?

    Once the Event Coordinator has received a completed rental agreement, they will contact you about making payments. The first half of the rental fee plus tax is due once the rental agreement has been received. The remaining half of the rental fee plus the $250.00 refundable security deposit is due two month prior to the event. Payments can be made with a credit card or by check. The Event Coordinator will provide additional payment instructions after the rental agreement has been received.

  • What does the security deposit cover and is it refundable?

    A refundable security deposit is required for all UWF Historic Trust venues and it is due two months prior to the event. The security deposit will be refunded after the event provided no damages have occurred, the venue is left clean and in acceptable condition, all rules and requirements are followed, and time limits are not exceeded. An invoice will be sent following the event in the case that damages, cleaning fees, or additional hours exceed $250.

  • Do we need to obtain event insurance?

    Yes, for each venue that is rented, liability insurance must be provided to cover major damages that may happen during the event. This type of insurance can be purchased from many different insurance companies. Proof of insurance must be submitted to the Event Coordinator at historicevents@uwf.edu at least two months prior to the event. Additional information on the insurance requirements can be found in the rental agreement. 

  • What is the cancellation policy?

    The 50% initial payment – less a $200.00 administration fee – is refundable should you cancel your reservation with a written notice via email to historicevents@uwf.edu at least six months prior to your scheduled event. Cancellation request submitted less than six months prior to the event will not be refunded. Venue rentals are not transferable to other venues or dates.  

 

Capacity: 

Voices of Pensacola includes two rooms. The gallery can accommodate 75-100 for seated functions with tables. The theatre can accommodate 50-60 for a lecture without tables. The maximum capacity for Voices of Pensacola is 100.

Rental Period:

Voices of Pensacola is rented by the hour with a minimum booking of 4 hours.  

Equipment:

Booking includes the use of (50) gray chairs, (50) black chairs, (7) four-foot round tables, (10) six-foot rectangular tables, and (4) cocktail tables. Linens are not provided.

A small prep space is available with a sink and mini refrigerator.

Please review the FAQs on the Historic Venues page for more information.

Booking and Contact Information:

For booking information or to schedule a site visit, please contact our Event Coordinator:

 

Availability: 

  • Voices of Pensacola Rental Availability Calendar

    Below is the Voices of Pensacola rental availability calendar. The current rental period ends on December 31, 2025. The rental calendar for 2026 will open in January 2025. The calendar view for any dates after 2025 is not accurate and should not be used for planning events.

    Requests must be submitted at least one month prior to the event. 

    *Dates are not held without a completed rental agreement and initial payment. Please contact us at historicevents@uwf.edu to confirm availability and the start the reservation process. 

 

Photos of Voices of Pensacola - Gallery:

A photo of the gallery room at Voices of Pensacola. 

A cocktail reception in the gallery room at Voices of Pensacola.

People at a lecture in the gallery room at Voices of Pensacola.

Photos of Voices of Pensacola - Theatre:

A photo of the theatre room at Voices of Pensacola. The room is empty.

People at a lecture in the theatre room at Voices of Pensacola