Vendor Policies & Requirements

Please read each section below and send your certificate of insurance to events@thenkowlton.com

  • You agree to obtain and keep in force, during the term of occupancy and use of our premises for the event, policies of general liability insurance, specifically referring to and including the contractual liability, premises operations, broad form property damage, independent contractor’s coverage, and personal injury liability with limits of $1,000,000.00 with such responsible insurance companies satisfactory to us; and, if applicable, worker’s compensation insurance to statutory limits, employers’ liability insurance with limits of $100,000.00 and automobile liability insurance covering all owned, non-owned and hired vehicles with limits satisfactory to us.

    You agree to include The Knowlton LLC & Nicholson Events Inc, the Owner in such policies as additional insured there under. Your insurance will be considered primary and any similar insurance carried by us.

  • All load in or load out of equipment, including DJ, Band, Photo Booths, Games, Floral, Décor, etc. is to be done through area designated by management.

    Absolutely no vehicles on the lawn or sidewalks

    Wood floors, walls and doors are to be protected. No doors are to be propped open during load in/out.

    The client is requested to provide a load in/ load out schedule prior to arrival.

    All items brought on property by the client or their suppliers shall be removed by the same.

    Any cost incurred by The Knowlton to dispose of waste or items left by the client shall be considered the responsibility of the client.

    The Knowlton will not be liable for theft and / or damage of vendor’s equipment.

    Leftover/Rental Items are to be picked up the day/night of the event. If vendor leaves them behind for storage, The Knowlton will not be held accountable for them.

  • Flame Based Sparklers are Prohibited

    No open flames inside The Knowlton or within 15’ of any of the buildings

    Electronic Based Sparklers: Sparkler Machines that are CSA or UL Listed are the only indoor sparkler device that is permitted at The Knowlton.

    Any other branded/uncertified devices will not be allowed. Prior approval is required.

    A copy of your Sparkler Training Certification and your insurance will be required.

    You are required to have a Class D fire extinguisher onsite when using Sparkler. If you do not have one you will need to rent one from The Knowlton on the night of your event for a $150 fee.

    A fire inspector will be onsite before your event to make sure you have the proper machines.

  • Photography drones are only allowed outside. At no point in time can a drone be used inside the building.

    Guests may not use drones on any of The Knowlton property. Only vendors that provide copies of insurance.

  • Low lying fog via dry ice is the only permissible form of fog allowed. Time is limited to first dance for photo opportunities.

    Hazers and Fazers require prior approval by management.

    Snow Machines are not permitted.

  • Confetti & Glitter or items of the like is not permitted unless arranged prior to use by client.

    A minimum of $500 cleanup fee will be charged.

  • No real candles are permitted in The Knowlton. LED Only.

    No Decorative fires such as oil lanterns, urns,

    Candelabras, taper candles, etc. are not permitted on property.

    No open flame within 15’ of building

    Sky Lanterns,Air/Sky release lanterns are not permitted and illegal.

  • We are not responsible for any loss or damage to your property and do not maintain insurance covering it.

    All displays and/ or decorations will be subject to our prior written approval.

    All exit doors marked as egress (“EXIT” signs) must remain clear of any obstructions. Blocking an egress point carries a $5,000 fine per location via City of Bridgeport Fire Prevention.

    Rose Petals stain, Floors, carpets and exterior stone. Because of this only artificial petals are allowed indoors.

    Outdoor you may use only fresh, white rose petals.

    All drapery and curtains must be NFPA 701 flame spread certified.

  • No banners, displays or signs may be erected or affixed in any manner without the prior approval of the Management.

    Pre-approved signage is permitted in the private function areas only.

    All signage must be free-standing or placed on an easel.

    Nothing may be posted on, nailed to, screwed to or otherwise attached to columns, walls, air vents, ceilings, floors or other parts of the building or furniture.

    All signage/ displays must be removed immediately at the conclusion of the event.