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  Frontier Chicago

  1072 N Milwaukee Ave, Chicago, IL 60642, USA

  We prepare and cook our food in innovative and delicious ways, much as generations of pioneers did when they uprooted their lives and pushed for fresh beginnings in the American West a century ago. Our menu, created by James Beard Award semifinalist chef Brian Jupiter, pays homage to the foods that those pioneers ate and hunted while on the road, and we urge you to taste the contemporary day renditions of their fare while you dine. The greatest way to appreciate our meals is in a group environment. To provide you with an outstanding eating experience that is well-paired and well-fueled, we've preserved the early pioneers' enjoyment of family meal gatherings. Our bar offers a diverse selection of domestic and regional craft beers, great wines from across the world, and house-crafted creative cocktails created with only the highest-quality ingredients available. In addition, our comprehensive liquor bar can please even the most ardent cocktail connoisseur. So go ahead and live a little! Foods that you might not have considered trying or those you haven't seen on a menu before. Even if it's only from the comfort of your barstool, reconnect with your pioneering heritage. Take a journey out to the Frontier with your companions! In ten years, there have been over 9,000 events, and the number is growing. Make a reservation at Frontier to host your special event for a one-of-a-kind and unforgettable experience in our welcoming environment.

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  North Rose Garden at Buckingham Fountain

  500 S Lake Shore Dr, Chicago, IL 60605, USA

  The North Rose Garden at Buckingham is located in Grant Park, Chicago's "front yard," and contains a lovely fountain, award-winning rose gardens, and lush foliage. Enjoy its tranquil natural beauty, with spectacular natural landscapes and majestic ancient structures serving as stunning backgrounds for your wedding day. North Rose Garden is a perfect spot to say your "I do's" whether you want a quiet garden soiree or a large gala under the sky. Host the exquisite ceremony adjacent to the historic Buckingham Fountain, one of the world's largest and most famous fountains, beneath a charming white gazebo. The ethereal setting, which provides spectacular backdrops of both the city skyline and Lake Michigan, will wow family and friends. This historic location is turned into a mysterious, moonlight wonderland after nightfall, ideal for savoring great cocktails and meals, as well as dancing the night away! You'll find everything at North Rose Garden, whether you're looking for an elegant, calm, historic, modern, or traditional setting. The options are limitless!

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  Hickory Knolls Discovery Center

  3795 Campton Hills Rd, St. Charles, IL 60175, USA

  • Spaces for 40-160 Guests
  • 1 Museum
  • 1 Meeting Space
  • 1 Park

  Hickory Knolls Discovery Center is a nature education facility operated by the St. Charles Park District, situated on its own natural area at 3795 Campton Hills Rd. in St. Charles, Illinois. The center draws visitors through live animal exhibits, educational programs for all ages, and access to restored natural areas — making it a distinctive setting for gatherings that go beyond a typical meeting room. The Savanna Room is available for private events and accommodates up to 40 guests. The space features large windows overlooking the surrounding natural area, tables and chairs, audio/video technology, and WiFi. Renters also gain access to the Discovery Center's exhibits and outdoor grounds during their event. The rental team can be reached directly at 630-513-4367 or hkevents@stcparks.org.

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  Old Orchard Country Club

  Mt Prospect, IL, USA

  Old Orchard Country Club, which debuted in 1928 and situated just outside of downtown Chicago and adjacent to O'Hare Airport, is a truly hidden gem. With our personal service, quick greens, and great golf course conditions that rival private clubs, we provide a country club experience to the general public. In the Chicagoland area and the Northwest suburbs, this is one of the top public clubs. Old Orchard offers spectacular event venues and delectable meals. This lovely facility is the ideal location for weddings, golf outings, memorial celebrations, showers, and other special occasions. Whether you're planning a small, personal gathering or a large, lavish event, Old Orchard is a must-see! Any vision will be brought to life by our dedicated team. We work hard to assure your entire happiness, whether it's a major charity event or just a group of 12 on a golf weekend. Each year, over 100 corporations, associations, and private groups pick Old Orchard Country Club and return year after year! We're proving that we're the best golf, special event, and wedding reception venue in Mt. Prospect.

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  Venue 4343

  Chicago, IL, USA

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  Kendall County Fairgrounds

  10826 IL-71, Yorkville, IL 60560, USA

  • Spaces for 550 Guests

  The Kendall County Fairgrounds in Yorkville, Illinois is home to The Venue at KCF, a private event space offering three distinct settings for weddings, celebrations, and private gatherings. The fairgrounds themselves carry more than 180 years of community history — originally established in the 1840s and revived by dedicated volunteers in 1993 — and that heritage is woven into the character of the grounds. The Venue at KCF operates three spaces: The Hall, a large drape-and-string-light barn-style interior suited for seated receptions and banquets; The Gallery, housed in a landscaped building with a welcoming entrance; and The Pavilion, an open-air covered structure. Groups can rent individual spaces or take the full grounds, making it a flexible option for events of varying scales. The fairgrounds operate as a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization and are situated along Illinois Route 71, less than a mile west of Route 47.

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  Murray-Green Library at Roosevelt University

  430 Michigan Avenue, Chicago, IL 60605, USA

  Roosevelt University, a private institution founded in 1945 on the principles of inclusion and social justice, has more than 4,000 students in five colleges. With campuses in the Chicago Loop, Schaumburg, Peoria, and Lake County. Roosevelt offers 75 undergraduate and 15 graduate and doctoral programs across five colleges and online, including arts and sciences, business, performing arts, education, culinary, health sciences and pharmacy. Roosevelt University prepares students to become socially conscious citizens who are leaders in their professions and their communities. With the integration of Robert Morris University Illinois, the expanded University will be nationally recognized as a catalyst for students from all walks of life to receive transformational learning experiences.

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  Firehouse Chicago

  1545 W Rosemont Ave, Chicago, IL 60660, USA

  Our tiny location, located on Chicago's Northside in the picturesque Edgewater neighborhood, is the ideal setting for your wedding or special occasion. Our old, rustic design, as well as our gorgeous garden, provide for a great and unforgettable backdrop for a celebration. Because of its towering ceilings, white glazed brick walls, and historic details, Firehouse Chicago makes a wonderful setting for weddings and other special occasions such as birthdays, business parties, rehearsal dinners, showers, and bat mitzvahs. We instill confidence, comfort, and relaxation in you as a result of our personal, hands-on approach. From the beginning of the planning process, you will be taken through every step of the process, including vendor referrals, timetable creation, and floor plan customization. Even better, you won't have to break a sweat or even raise a finger on your special day! In addition to setting up your decor and overseeing vendors, our skilled event producers will also take up your stuff at the end of the night!

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  Lewis & Clark Community College Godfrey Campus

  5800 Godfrey Rd, Godfrey, IL 62035, USA

  • Spaces for 200-550 Guests
  • 1 Landmark
  • 2 Event Spaces
  • 1 Historic Space

  Lewis & Clark Community College's Godfrey Campus offers facility rentals across a 215-acre campus in Godfrey, Illinois, with spaces suited for weddings, receptions, corporate dinners, and private celebrations. The Benjamin Godfrey Memorial Chapel — a church built in 1854 and listed on the National Register of Historic Places — is available for ceremonies, accommodating up to 200 guests beneath gold chandeliers and a pipe organ loft. For receptions and banquets, The Commons seats up to 550 guests and features a built-in dance floor, projection system, two large screens, and a Steinway grand piano. The Ahlemeyer Atrium in the Trimpe Building offers a lighter, garden-view setting for up to 200 guests with a retractable stage and full A/V capabilities. The Hatheway Cultural Center adds additional rental options including an auditorium, gallery banquet room, and reception areas. Room setup, custodial services, security, and A/V support are included with every rental. The campus events office works with an approved caterer list and accepts bookings up to two years in advance, with events coordination available throughout the planning process.

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  SPACE

  1245 Chicago Ave, Evanston, IL 60202, USA

  • Spaces for 120-250 Guests
  • 1 Event Space

  SPACE is the ideal location for a private event, thanks to its rustic appeal and well-equipped facilities. We can accommodate a range of parties, including milestone birthdays, weddings, business gatherings, Bar/Bat Mitzvahs, and more, thanks to our versatile setup, state-of-the-art lighting, and professional sound system. On one of our top-of-the-line microphones, you can give a heartfelt speech, project a slideshow or video, eat great appetizers and supper from Union Pizza, and sip on one of our many creative cocktail selections from the bar. Thousands of local and national touring performers have performed at SPACE over the last decade, including The Lumineers, Alabama Shakes, Graham Parker, Nick Lowe, David Lindley, The Weepies, Dr. John, Lucinda Williams, and many more. The recording studio has served as a creative environment for bands like The Strumbellas and The Lone Bellow to record, and it also provides a unique opportunity for musicians passing through to rehearse and collaborate prior to their performance. From folk to rock to jazz and beyond, SPACE delivers seated and standing-room-only concerts in a range of genres. A candle-lit cabaret table and general admission seats can easily seat 240 people, while standing room only concerts may hold 330 people. SPACE prides itself on creating an intimate venue for fans of all ages to get up-close-and-personal with their favorite acts, regardless of the performance format. 16" on Center, a Chicago-based development business that handles the operations of more than 15 restaurants and venues, including Thalia Hall in Pilsen and The Empty Bottle in the Ukrainian Village, is delighted to be a part of Evanston SPACE. SPACE has been named on DownBeat Magazine's, 93XRT's, and Chicago Tribune's finest venue lists. SPACE honored ten years of live music in 2018 with the inaugural "Out of Space" series, a complete summer of outdoor performances hosted by 93XRT in some of Evanston's most treasured spots. The concerts took place this summer at Canal Shores, an 18-hole golf course that opened in 1919 in Evanston; Temperance Beer Co., SPACE's neighbor one mile west on Dempster since 2013; and the Big Evanston Block Party, located just north of the venue and one block east of the Dempster Purple Line stop. SPACE closed its doors in the spring of 2020, in the midst of the COVID-19 pandemic, and shifted its focus to creative, safe, and socially detached concert experiences. The Space Record Club matched new vinyl with local craft beer for fans' in-home listening enjoyment, while the To-Go Show series brought micro-concerts straight to Evanstonians' yards. From July to October, the Space Summer Stage hosted more than 80 performances by local and national touring artists under a large big top tent. SPACE hopes to continue exploring safe and exciting ways to serve Evanston through a range of performances, outdoor experiences, and community activities as we look to the future.

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  Garden Grove Event Center

  1215 E Walnut St, Carbondale, IL 62901, USA

  • Spaces for 80-420 Guests
  • 1 Outdoor
  • 3 Event Spaces
  • 3 Total Spaces

  Garden Grove Event Center is a full-service wedding and event venue in Carbondale, Illinois, offering three distinct indoor and outdoor spaces that accommodate groups from 80 to 420 guests. The venue is designed to handle celebrations from start to finish, with in-house catering provided exclusively through Into the Fire Catering and on-site bar service included. The Courtyard, the venue's largest space, accommodates up to 420 guests and features an open-air ceremony setting with landscaped greenery, warm brick pathways, and a covered reception area outfitted with an LED dance floor and white chiffon draping. The Garden seats up to 180 guests in a warm indoor reception hall with vaulted ceilings and panoramic windows overlooking a lit pergola and brick courtyard. The Loft offers an intimate setting for smaller gatherings of up to 80 guests, with airy interiors and soft lighting suited to private dinners and milestone celebrations. Every rental includes white padded ceremony chairs, Chiavari reception chairs, table selections, linens, professional event staffing, and access to an in-house décor collection. The Garden and Courtyard also provide bridal suite and groom's room access, as well as LED dance floors — a feature the venue notes is unique among Carbondale-area venues.

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  Rialto Square Theatre

  102 N Chicago St, Joliet, IL 60432, USA

  • Spaces for 300-1,966 Guests
  • 2 Landmarks
  • 2 Theaters
  • 2 Historic Spaces

  Rialto Square Theatre is a National Register of Historic Places landmark in Joliet, Illinois, designed by Chicago architects Rapp & Rapp and opened on May 24, 1926. Built in the Greek, Roman, and Byzantine tradition for the Rubens brothers' Royal Theatre Company, it is widely referred to as the "Jewel of Joliet" and considered one of the ten most beautiful theaters in the nation. The theatre's interior spaces have made it a sought-after setting for weddings and private celebrations. The Rotunda — modeled on Rome's Pantheon and ringed by 18 Corinthian columns — accommodates ceremonies for up to 160 guests and connects to the Esplanade, an inner lobby designed after the Hall of Mirrors at the Palace of Versailles. The full theatre, a proscenium-style house with 1,966 seats, hosts larger ceremonies on its stage, where the orchestra pit rises on cue and a flower petal drop marks the couple's first kiss. The Rotunda and Esplanade can be reserved for receptions of up to 300 guests. The venue offers in-house beverage service and a dedicated house manager, with the option to add guided backstage tours during the cocktail hour.

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  Longman & Eagle

  2657 N Kedzie Ave, Chicago, IL 60647, USA

  • Spaces for 30-50 Guests
  • 1 Restaurant

  Longman & Eagle is a modern spin on a traditional Chicago inn, located in the Logan Square district of Chicago, USA, and offering thoughtful, imaginative drinking, eating, and sleeping alternatives. Longman & Eagle has a variety of private dining options for seated dinners, brunches, and cocktail gatherings. Whiskey tasting programs with a guide are also available: - Groups of 10 to 20 people - Tastings run Tuesday through Thursday - Rare bottles, L&E favorites, and whiskey essentials are all available for tasting. Much of the city's early social life focused on establishments like The Eagle, The Green Tree, and The Sauganash, and the history here is both colorful and rich. Longman & Eagle is a look back, recreating an age-old concept through a contemporary lens, providing a shelter that appeals to a multitude of senses - be they aesthetic, consumptive, culinary, or restorative - in a way that is approachable, deliberate, and imaginative. It's the kind of establishment where a man might get a shot with breakfast, where local officials could trade votes for whiskey, and where the diversity of Chicago's neighborhoods is reflected. Bars, inns, pubs, and saloons were the primary community centers of their age in Chicago, where the provision of drink, food, and lodging provided patrons and travelers with a feeling of place that was accessible, inviting, and appealing to people of all classes, rich and poor. Longman & Eagle is an attempt to recapture the same spirit, delving into the essence of one of the world's most beautiful cities. Longman & Eagle is a collaboration between the Land and Sea Department's Cody Hudson, Robert McAdams, and Peter Creig Toalson, and 16"OC's Bruce Finkelman.

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  Historic Pleasant Home

  217 Home Ave, Oak Park, IL 60302, USA

  • Spaces for 100 Guests
  • 1 Landmark
  • 1 Historic Space
  • 1 Mansion

  Pleasant Home is considered one of the nation's earliest and most distinguished examples of Prairie School architecture, and it is operated as a living museum by the Pleasant Home Foundation. It is open to the public year-round and offers a year-round schedule of educational programs, community events and festivals, and cultural performances. The mansion, created by famed architect George W. Maher in 1897 for investment banker and philanthropist John W. Farson and his wife Mamie Ashworth Farson, is located on the grounds of the University of Chicago. Pleasant Home's architecture deviated from the usual Queen Anne and colonial revival designs that characterize the majority of the residences in Oak Park. Farson's home is distinguished by its simple massing, its large front porch, the smooth surfaces of Roman bricks and stone, and the employment of ornamental themes to harmonize the interior decorating and furnishings, all of which contribute to its status as a premier Prairie Schoolhouse. Featuring rich bespoke woodwork throughout the property, amazing art glass windows, a giant fireplace, complex woodcarvings, and tile work, the 30-room architectural marvel is a showcase of 19th-century workmanship and talent. Pleasant Home was officially listed on the National Register of Historic Places in 1972, and it has been there ever since. It was included on the Illinois Historic Structures Survey the next year, in the same year. Pleasant Home was designated as a National Historic Landmark by the National Park Service in 1996, and the Village of Oak Park designated it as one of the original Oak Park Landmarks in 1997. Oak Park's vast array of architectural and cultural treasures is the focus of The Pleasant Home Foundation's efforts to restore, preserve, and operate the home as a beloved local civic institution as well as a destination for visitors from around the world who come to enjoy Oak Park's vast array of architectural and cultural treasures.

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  The Silver Fox

  122 N Park St, Streator, IL 61364, USA

  • Spaces for 225 Guests

  The Silver Fox is a historic event venue housed in a 1906 Masonic Temple in downtown Streator, Illinois — a building that spent years vacant before being thoughtfully restored into a dedicated celebration space. The venue blends the building's architectural character with modern hospitality, offering a setting that combines history, elegance, and a distinctive sense of place. For weddings, The Silver Fox provides exclusive use of the building from 8 a.m. to midnight. The space includes a Ceremony Room with balcony seating and rich period detail, a Ballroom featuring chandeliers and original exposed brick, a Cocktail Lounge for pre- and post-dinner mingling, a Bridal Suite, and a Groom's Room with original hand-crafted wooden lockers from the building's Masonic era. Rental includes linens, dinnerware, glassware, Gold Chiavari chairs, event staff, bartenders, and a dedicated event coordinator. The venue welcomes outside caterers and offers flexible bar packages. A complimentary "Pay-It-Forward Room" provides décor and signage at no additional cost.

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  Beatrix Fulton Market

  834 W Fulton Market, Chicago, IL 60607, USA

  • Spaces for 25-200 Guests
  • 4 Restaurants
  • 2 Bars

  Beatrix is a coffeehouse, restaurant, and gathering spot in the Chicago districts of River North, Streeterville, Fulton Market, and Oak Brook. Lettuce Entertain You Enterprises' Founder Rich Melman, Executive Partner and Divisional President Marc Jacobs, and Chef Partners John Chiakulas, Rita Dever, and Susan Weaver are the brains behind the restaurant. The menu is noted for its famous coffee and bakery counter, which includes signature cookies and in-house pastry favorites, and for its healthy meets tasty alternatives. Our coffee bar features Beatrix Coffee Roasters' house blends, which include Medium, Dark, Espresso, and Decaf roasts. Barista-created lattes, Bulletproof Coffee, Cold Brew Iced Coffee, Nitro, and featured special blends are all part of the coffee program. Honey Cinnamon Latte, Matcha Iced Latte, and Mexican Iced Coffee are all favorites. Seasonal fruits, fresh-squeezed juice, and made-in-house ingredients are featured in the cocktail program, which is inspired by the everyday healthy meets delicious concept and is founded in classic cocktails. Both home obscurities and international picks make up the wine collection. Beatrix Fulton Market in Chicago is a welcoming neighborhood restaurant, café, and gathering spot. Our semi-private dining room is ideal for a family brunch, business lunch, reception, or dinner party.

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  Makray Memorial Golf Club

  1010 S Northwest Hwy, Barrington, IL 60010, USA

  • Spaces for 24-250 Guests
  • 1 Restaurant
  • 1 Country Club

  Weddings Makray weddings are filled with romance, elegance, and anticipation. You are surrounded by beauty whether you are inside or outside. Feel the grandeur of our expansive ballroom or be enchanted by the natural beauty of our picturesque fairways. Customize to your heart's content. Our committed crew is here to create a day full of memories that will last a lifetime for groups of 30 to 250 individuals. What is it about a Makray wedding that makes it so special? Contact one of our event planners to find out! Social Makray Memorial Golf Club is a great place to have your next event. Allow your occasion to unfold in timeless beauty, whether it's a celebration, commemoration, or fundraiser, with our magnificent venues that can accommodate 30 to 240 people. Utilize our expansive ballroom, gorgeous terrace patio, or stunning fairways. Corporate Makray Memorial Golf Club is the ideal location for combining work and pleasure. We offer a wide range of golf trips, including corporate, charity, and casual events. Golf outings may accommodate anywhere from 24 to 144 people. With a variety of meeting rooms, multimedia display accommodations, group golf outings, and full banquet services, we make your event stress-free from beverage cart to dinner. Bring the pleasure of a golf course retreat to your next corporate event! Regardless of the occasion, we have services to fit your needs. From our Grand Ballroom to an intimate Golfers' Lounge, you can choose from a number of on-site locations. Our on-site restaurant serves a variety of delectable dishes, ranging from entire banquets to dessert tables and hors d'oeuvres.

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  Hilton Chicago/Oak Lawn

  9333 S Cicero Ave, Oak Lawn, IL 60453, USA

  • Spaces for 550-1,000 Guests
  • 1 Hotel
  • 1 Ballroom

  Our motel is located near Advocate Christ Medical Center and Chicago Ridge Mall, at the crossroads of Route 50 and Highway 20. We're a mile from the Oak Lawn Metro station, which connects directly to Chicago, and 15 minutes from Chicago Midway Airport. Our exercise facility, indoor pool, and free parking are just a few of the perks. Our hotel, which is close to the airport, includes a wedding planner and a honeymoon suite in all of its packages. Menus can also be altered. For your ceremony and reception, we provide lighting, design, and seating options. From simple ceremonies to huge ballroom feasts, plan your perfect wedding with the help of your personal wedding specialist. We offer fully customized wedding packages, cuisine, and accommodations for your guests. SouthSide Social Neighborhood Kitchen & Tap serves award-winning cuisine every day, as well as daily Happy Hour discounts. Stop by the Bean in our lobby for Starbucks® coffee, espresso, and artisan cocktails. South Siders have gathered with their friends and neighbors to catch up for generations at parks such as Mt. Greenwood Park, Kennedy Park, Lawn Manor, and Circle Park. All of these people come together at SouthSide Social to unwind, watch the game, appreciate our Chef's creative interpretations on classic South Side meals, sample locally brewed beers, sip superb wine, and enjoy expertly created cocktails in an upmarket yet casual setting. Book ten or more rooms over the internet at the same time to stay together. We've put together a list of resources to help you prepare your event, including checklists, RFP forms, and draft communication plans, among other things. Make your own attendee webpage or have the hotel make one for you. Your event dates, the 7-letter hotel code, and your group's special pricing code are all included in your room block booking confirmation email.

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  Itasca Country Club

  400 E Orchard St, Itasca, IL 60143, USA

  • Spaces for 300 Guests

  Itasca Country Club boasts a rich history, dating back to its organization in 1925 by B.B. Clover. Soon after, in 1928, the club was purchased by William Lyons who remained an integral part of the club until his retirement in 1985. The Itasca Country Club has been a staple in the community for over 90+ years and is a designated historical landmark by the Village of Itasca's Historical Preservation Committee and has been honored as a "Certified Audubon Cooperative Sanctuary" by the National Audubon Society. We celebrate our colorful past while also continuing to build new memories for our members and their families. Today the Itasca Country Club is a family friendly private country club with a beautiful golf course, pool and banquet facility located in the heart of Itasca, IL. We offer a bocce ball court in the warmer months and an ice rink in the winter months to our members, as well as a family game room and a full service restaurant, the Fox & Turtle, which is open to the public. Our banquet and catering space is open to the public and we also host several golf events on select dates. As of 2017 we're thrilled to announce a brand new pool deck!

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  The Mansion

  1680 Mansion Way, O'Fallon, IL 62269, USA

  • Spaces for 200 Guests

  August the Mansion occupies the oldest home in O'Fallon, Illinois — a property built in 1857 by August Wastfield and recognized as a historical landmark by both the City of O'Fallon and St. Clair County. The historic mansion has been reimagined as a restaurant and private event destination, blending its storied 19th-century architecture with contemporary dining and hospitality. The second floor, once the mansion's private living quarters, has been converted into flexible event space suited for private parties, bridal events, networking gatherings, and more. Both indoor and outdoor settings are available for private functions, and the venue offers in-house catering and rental packages to support events of varying size and style.

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