Facility Rentals

Schedule your next private party, business meeting, or community event at the Manheim Township Public Library. The library offers a large meeting space, which can accommodate groups of up to 192 people or be split into smaller sections. The library is easily accessible off the Manheim Pike exit of Route 283, and Fruitville Pike exit of Route 30, making it one of Lancaster, PA’s most centrally located and convenient locations to plan your next meeting or event. Directions to the Library.

Browse our meeting room information, then submit a Room Rental Inquiry below to check the availability of a space. We are currently not able to book events more than 3 months in advance.

Facility Rental Fees

All fees subject to change by Manheim Township Commissioners

FACILITIES AND EQUIPMENTBUSINESSES AND INDIVIDUALSNONPROFIT ORGANIZATIONS

Up to 4 Hours
Morgan Center (one section)$200$100
Morgan Center (two sections)$400$200
Morgan Center (three sections)$500$250
Lapp Story Silo (Limited Availability)$200$100

Up to 8 Hours
Morgan Center (one section)$250$125
Morgan Center (two sections)$500$250
Morgan Center (three sections)$700$350
Lapp Story Silo (Limited Availability)$250$125

Per Hour if Reserved
Kitchen, Lobby, Patio, or Children’s Discovery Patio Only$60$20

Additional Options
Projection$40$25
PA System$40$25

Extended Use (Before 9:00 AM and after closing) - $100/hour for first 2 hours, $50/hour for each additional hour

Updated 4/14/2026

Morgan Program Center A + B + C

This combination of three dividable rooms is the largest facility in the library. The space has been used for presentations, fundraisers, dinners, parties, and has the flexibility to meet many needs. The large room can hold up to 192 people in chairs can be divided into three individual rooms. Each section has a capacity of up to 64 individuals in chairs and 32 with both tables and chairs. Review the Room and Furniture Options for more details. The center room hosts a built-in audio system that connects to a high definition overhead digital projector.

Morgan Center Room A

This is the most interior section of the Morgan Center.

Morgan Center Room B

This room is middle room which has a built-in ceiling projector, large projection screen, a built-in sound system, and windows with full or partial blinds.

Morgan Center Room C

This is the most exterior section of the Morgan Center with a corner window that has a partial blind.

Teaching Kitchen

Designed for library programs, the teaching kitchen is attached to Morgan A and can used for serving food. Please note that this is not a commercial kitchen and should not be used for preparing food. Availability of this space is limited.

Front Patio and Children’s Discovery Patio

These outdoor spaces have various seating available.

Lapp Story Silo

This multipurpose is room used for library programs and is not usually available for rentals.

Study Rooms

Study rooms can no longer be reserved for rentals and are limited to first-come first-served checkout. Click here for more information.

Morgan Center Capacity

With all three rooms open, the space can hold up to 192 people in chairs, or up to 96 with tables and chairs. Capacity may be lower depending on furniture set-up. One section of the Morgan Center can hold up to 64 people in chairs or up to 32 with tables and chairs.

Room Set-up Options

Audience
Each section of the Morgan Center can hold 64 people audience style, with chairs facing the front of the room.

Classroom
The Morgan Center be arranged with tables and chairs facing the front classroom style. One section can hold a 30 people in this set-up, two sections can hold 60 people, and there is enough furniture for 72 people in the full room.

Boardroom
A boardroom set-up with tables in a U or circle shape can hold 12 people easily.

Discussion
One section of the Morgan Center can be arranged with up to 30 chairs in a discussion circle.

Party
Each section of the Morgan Center can hold 5 round tables, with 6 chairs at each for 30 people per section.

Furniture

Tables
20 Rectangular (72″x30″ by 29″ high)
24 Narrow Rectangle (72″x12″ by 29″ high)
15 Round (60″ across, 29″ high)
6 Card Tables (36″ square)
8 Children’s Tables (24″ square)

Chairs
192 Adult
32 Children’s

Other
Lectern
White Board
Easel

The availability of these furniture options is not guaranteed, and items may be reserved for library programs or other renters. This page shows what furniture may be available and what set-ups are commonly used.

After you have submitted a Room Rental Inquiry, a staff member will contact you about your request. The documents below will be used to set up your rental once the inquiry has been approved.

Facility Rental Agreement and Rules

Facility Rental Rules Exemption Request Form


Room Rental Inquiry

Use this form to inquire about possible room rentals. Currently we are booking up to three months in advance, but not accepting requests beyond that date. This form is not a reservation and does not guarantee a rental time will be available. Completing this form does not create a rental agreement. A staff member will contact you about your inquiry within one week. Please review the Facility Rental Rules & Regulations before submitting your request.

Contact Information

Name(Required)
Are you requesting a room for personal use or for an organization?(Required)
Please note that to qualify for a non-profit rate you must produce a valid EIN or tax-exempt documents. Please review the Facility Rental Fee Schedule in the table above.

Proposed Date

We are currently booking out 3 months in advance, please do not submit dates beyond that range.
Please remember that this inquiry does not guarantee availability. Rentals are available during the library's open hours.
Please remember that this inquiry does not guarantee availability. Rentals are available during the library's open hours.
Either the specific time you are looking for, or the general time of day (morning, afternoon, evening).
If you don't have a set date, let us know what range you are considering.

Rental Details

Which room would you like to rent?(Required)
If you are interested in the Lapp Story Silo, please indicate in the comments below. The Silo is often booked for programs and may not be available on your date.
Please note that the seated room capacity for the full Morgan Center is 192 people in chairs, or up to 96 with tables and chairs. One section of the Morgan Center can hold up to 64 people in chairs or up to 32 with tables and chairs. Capacity may be less depending on the furniture arrangement you choose. It is your responsibility to enforce a capacity limit, for example by requiring registration.
Please enter a number from 1 to 192.
Time Block(Required)
Our Morgan Center sections can be rented for either 4-hour or 8-hour blocks. Study rooms are rented at an hourly rate. Please select your choice below.
Furniture Set-up
Please note that different furniture arrangements will change the room capacity and may not work for your group size. The availability of these furniture options is not guaranteed, and furniture may be reserved for library programs or other renters.
Will you be serving food or drink at your event?
Do you need any presentation equipment?
The library has wifi, projection equipment, screens, and microphones for our sound system. We provide basic connections and setup, but do not provide cameras, laptop computers, or extended a/v technology assistance. There may be additional fees for equipment use.

Notes