OUR HISTORY
The Henegar Center was born from the vision of a dedicated group of community leaders. As the deterioration of two historical buildings in downtown Melbourne became increasingly apparent, a small group formed the Brevard Regional Arts Group (BRAG) to revive the treasured landmarks. The buildings, formerly public schools, were donated by the Brevard County School System to BRAG for transformation into cultural arts facilities. The Henegar Center for the Arts was thus born, named for Ruth Henegar, beloved principal for whom the original middle school was named in 1963.

BRAG raised over $2.5 million in cash and services to renovate the main building and the final renovations were completed in 1993.

At the heart of the Center is a 493 seat proscenium-style theater designed by a Tony Award-winning Broadway set designer. The stage features a main stage curtain from the original Broadway production of The King and I, with state-of-the-art lighting and sound systems for the highest quality productions.

A LOCATION FOR MEETINGS AND SPECIAL EVENTS
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The Henegar Center's architecture and ambiance offer the ideal setting for meetings, seminars, conventions, and special events.

Choose from:

   • The Grand Ballroom
      21' x 61' - Seated Dinner 120

   •  The Reception Room
       21' x 34' - Occasional Seating 75

   •  The Courtyard Garden Room
      32' x 23' - Occasional Seating 50-100

   • A mirrored Dance Studio
       24' x 32'

   • Two meeting rooms
       East 23' x 23' - Occasional Seating 50-75
       West 17' x 11' - Occasional Seating 10-15

MEET OUR BOARD OF DIRECTORS:
Officers:
Russ Schaad, President
Wendy Brandon, Acting Vice President
Judy Beatty, Treasurer
Barbara Oswalt, Past President

Directors:
Denise Beasley
Jill Berry
Nancy Domonousky
Laird Gann
Denise Halkias
Leanne Milucky
Pat Schaad
Steve Spragins
Mary Wallis
Mica Wise