Turner Hall

Historic Turner Hall is a landmark event venue in Galena, Illinois, owned and operated by the City of Galena since 1939. Originally constructed in 1875 by the Turner Society of Galena, the hall was rebuilt in 1927 following a fire, emerging with a stage "as large as any theatre in the big cities," a balcony with 335 built-in seats, marble lobby flooring, and separate restrooms and check rooms. In 2019, the hall received the Landmarks Illinois Richard H. Driehaus Foundation Preservation Award, recognizing its continued significance to the region. The main hall is a large, open-floor gathering space spanning 66 by 65 feet, with a 33.5-by-17.5-foot stage equipped with a Colortran theatrical lighting system. The reconfigurable floor accommodates weddings, concerts, dances, fundraisers, lectures, theatrical productions, and meetings. Air conditioning was added in 2002. Tables and chairs are included in the rental, and alcohol is permitted with appropriate liability coverage.