Deer Park Manor Weddings & Events

Deer Park Manor is a historic event estate set on 20 acres in Bloomington, Indiana, minutes from Indiana University and downtown. Built between 1953 and 1956 by Sarkes and Mary Tarzian — the Tarzians were pioneers in color television technology and broadcast media — the property has welcomed guests including Presidents Dwight Eisenhower and Richard Nixon. The Fitzgerald family acquired the manor in 1998 and undertook extensive renovations, adding landscaped gardens, water features, gated drives, and curated interior spaces. The grounds include remnants of a historic limestone quarry, roaming deer and red fox, and seasonal wildflowers that lend the estate a nature-preserve character. The manor accommodates up to 120 guests indoors and 175 guests for outdoor celebrations. Open-vendor catering and BYO alcohol (with licensed servers) give couples and event hosts full flexibility over the food and drink experience. Tables and chairs are included, and the outdoor reception area can support tented setups up to 40 by 80 feet. The manor is available for weddings, business dinners, reunions, graduation parties, anniversary receptions, and other private gatherings.