Operated by the Community Affairs Department, the Old Rock School contains a 473 seat auditorium and meeting rooms used for performances, events and special occasions by citizens, groups, and businesses.  Several local businesses rent office space in the building as well as a local model railroad club. Gardner Webb University uses the facility for evening classes.

The Old Rock School also houses an Art Gallery located upstairs in the complex. The Gallery is routinely refreshed with new exhibits which may be viewed week days during business hours. For information on upcoming performances or exhibits, to reserve the auditorium or Waldensian room, or for more information, contact Barbara Hefner at (828) 879-2129 or by e-mail at: bhefner@ci.valdese.nc.us. To order tickets by mail, send a check payable to Town of Valdese to Old Rock School, P.O. Box 339, Valdese, NC  28690.