Hosting a workshop:

Side Rail Sessions

What is a Side Rail Session?

A Side Rail Session is a class, workshop, demonstration or other event that takes place in the Common Gallery at Side Rail. In the case that the session host is not a member of Side Rail, the host must have a Side Rail Member Liaison to assist with communication, and access.

  • Side Rail Sessions are an interactive event or experience that invites individuals both inside and outside of the collective to have a direct hands-on experience in making and exploring creativity.

  • Side Rail Sessions are workshops and other interactive experiences offered by members and outside artists and other creatives.

  • To build community through curiosity, creativity and making

  • To offer the resource of our physical space to encourage the development of creativity and artistic pursuits

Guidelines + Nuts and Bolts

  • All modalities are welcome so long as they are hands-on/interactive. For example: Art Making Workshop, Host a theater workshop, Host a dance workshop, Make your own drum, teach others what you know. 

  • Sessions may be free or fee based to attendees at the dicression of the host.

  • Side Rail will charge hosts to use the space. Side Rail may waive or reduce presenter fees on a case by case basis.

  • 5hr hour reservation limit per day - this may be waived on a case by case basis

  • Each session will be supported by a Side Rail Member Leasion. This member will be responsible for communicating with the host and being available to open the space and close the space for the host. 

  • Side Rail will not be responsible for guaranteeing or finding session attendees. Session hosts are responsible for advertising, promoting and recruiting attendees. Side Rail will post sessions on our calendar and social media if event is open to the public.

  • Hosts are responsible for set up and clean up and for all supplies/equipment needed for the session. Host must leave the space in the same condition as they found it.

Session Fees:

Starting at $25 an hr with a 2hr Minimum

Available upon Request:

  • (2) folding tables

  • miscellaneous chairs

  • horse style easels

  • drawing boards

  • Sound system