Two women discussing artwork at a Gedney After Hours event

A Space to Gather


Gedney Bakery & Coffeehouse was created to be more than a place to grab a coffee or a scratch-made treat. We wanted it to be a place where people could gather, connect, celebrate and feel at home.


Located in the heart of Historic Downtown Independence, our thoughtfully restored space offers a mix of comfortable seating, historic character and plenty of natural light. Whether you're meeting a friend for coffee, catching up on work or gathering a group together, there's a place for you at Gedney.


Host Your Next Gathering at Gedney


Looking for a unique space for your next celebration or gathering? Gedney Bakery & Coffeehouse is available for private rentals after our regular business hours.


From birthdays and showers to meetings, celebrations, club gatherings and other special occasions, our space provides a relaxed and inviting setting right in downtown Independence.

1 / 2
Two women and a man at a 40th birthday party celebration
Two couples enjoying treats together at a table
Front area of Gedney Bakery & Coffeehouse
An evening gathering at Gedney Bakery & Coffeehouse
Food buffet set up for an event at Gedney Bakery & Coffeehouse

Space Rental Details

Private rentals are available beginning at 1:00 PM or later, based on availability. Your rental also includes up to 30 minutes before and 30 minutes after your event for setup and teardown at no additional charge.


Private rental rate: $100 per hour


Note: Food and beverages purchased from Gedney count toward your $100 hourly rental fee.

Food & Drinks

Make your gathering even easier by letting us take care of the food and drinks. Depending on your event, we can work with you on options from our selection of scratch-made baked goods, coffee and specialty beverages.


Beer, red and white wine, mimosas, cocktails and soda are also available.


Outside food may be permitted when it is something Gedney does not offer. Food or beverages purchased from outside vendors do not count toward the rental fee.


Let's Plan Your Event


Every gathering is a little different, and we'd be happy to talk through what you have in mind.


Interested in reserving the space?  Contact us  with your preferred date, approximate number of guests and a little information about your event. We'll follow up to discuss availability and options for making Gedney part of your gathering.