Barber School

Barber School Front
To the West of Barber School there is a gazebo. The gazebo has a great atmosphere for an intimate wedding ceremony or socializing. The Great Room can be used for meetings or social functions such as birthdays, graduations, showers, etc. A “warming” kitchen is available for use during a rental. It contains a microwave, stove and refrigerator. To the rear of the building, parking is available with easy access to the rear entrance. Handicap parking is also located here.
Barber School
Built in 1855, the Barber School has served the community as a school, church and public hall. Purchased by Hunter Savidge in 1873, the school was moved from the southeast corner of Park and Liberty streets to the Cutler and Savidge Lumber Mill, where it was used as a warehouse. The building also served as the first building for the Spring Lake Yacht Club. In 1987, the Spring Lake Heritage League acquired and moved the building to its present location at the southwest corner of Exchange and Buchanan streets. A bell tower and lean-to addition with bathroom and kitchen were added at this time. Today, the building is used for Village Council meetings, various community functions and can also be rented for private functions.
Barber School Gazebo

Barber School is available to rent for graduations, wedding and just about anything!

Barber School Rental Agreement

Rates

Village Resident or Taxpayer
(Includes Village and Township Employees)

Non-Refundable Cleaning Fee – $25
Monday – Thursday Weekend/Holiday Security Deposit
$225 $325 $175

Non-Resident

Non-Refundable Cleaning Fee – $25
Monday – Thursday Weekend/Holiday Plus Small Meeting Room Security Deposit
$325 $400 $75 $175

Nonprofit Rate*

Non-Refundable Cleaning Fee – $25
Monday – Thursday Security Deposit
$100 $175

* A tax-exempt certificate from the State of Michigan must be submitted in order to
receive the 501(c)3 non-profit rate.

Outdoor Space – Lawn/Gazebo Only

Resident
2 Hours Full Day
$45 $150
Non-Resident
2 Hours Full Day
$65 $275

Food & Alcohol

  • A licensed and insured beverage service is required to dispense any alcoholic
    beverage.
  • Due to changes by the State of Michigan Liquor Control Commission, cash bars are prohibited.
  • Alcoholic beverages not dispensed by a licensed and insured beverage
    service will be confiscated and discarded. Lessee should expect a random
    inspection by an Ottawa Country Sheriff’s Deputy during their event.
  • Beverage service MUST end one-half hour before the end of the scheduled
    event.
  • NO kegs are allowed.
  • Village Council to approve BYOB with authorization 3 months prior to event – whereas Lessee obtains insurance and indemnifies the Village.

Meetings & Events