Weddings at Wilder Mansion
About:
Wilder Mansion is a historic wedding venue located in Elmhurst, Illinois, just 30 minutes outside of Chicago. Built in 1868, this mansion has been hosting special celebrations since December 2008. Featuring over 9,000 square feet of elegant event space, the building offers a spacious, romantic setting for any occasion. The venue’s personable team welcomes couples to become part of their history by celebrating their milestone moments here.
When celebrating your big day at Wilder Mansion, you can celebrate with up to 250 loved ones. You have the option of renting out the entire mansion for a completely private event or you are invited to select specific rooms for your wedding. The property consists of four ballrooms to choose from. On the building’s first floor is the Wilder Room and Wadhams Room. Connecting these two event spaces is the White Birch Lounge which is ideal for cocktail hours. On the second level, you will find the King room, the Elm room, and the Prairie room. Upstairs there is also a get-ready room which can be used for pre-celebration preparations.
This full-service venue offers a variety of thoughtful services and amenities. For assistance with your celebration’s highlights and details, the experienced team can help with event planning. On the big day, they will be there to set up your chosen event space. Tables and chairs of various shapes and sizes will be provided for all occasions. For all of your entertainment needs, the building is complete with audio and visual equipment. To simplify your planning process, the venue’s team has curated a list of preferred vendors including catering services.
In addition to the main building, Wilder Mansion also offers Wilder Park Formal Garden for intimate ceremonies of up to 130 guests. It’s surrounded by beautiful flowers, an herb garden, and a stone walkway. There’s also the Victorian-era-inspired Diana Nicholas Gardens perfect for an outdoor cocktail hour. It features granite paths, rose and boxwood gardens, and evergreen and magnolia trees.
This restored mansion, previously titled White Birch, was originally a home for Seth Wadhams and built in 1868. Through the years it was tended to by some of Elmhurst’s most prominent families, including the King and Wilder families. In 1921 it was acquired by the Park District.
What Couples are Saying:
“We had a small wedding ceremony at wilder and were able to take pictures outdoors around the property. It was a perfect spot for us and Peg was so sweet and helpful day of!” – Caitlin
“The Mansion staff are some of the most helpful and courteous professionals I’ve had thep pleasure of working with. They clearly do this every day and they love it. Never once did I feel like “just another customer.” I always felt as if I was their only customer and like my wedding was the most important. With such a unique venue, things need to be done just a little differently than you might see at other weddings which gave us exactly the unique experience we wanted for our guests. The staff were there for us every step of the way and made planning, rehearsing, and the wedding itself easy!” – BB
“From the moment we first laid eyes on our wedding venue, it was truly love at first sight. The picturesque setting took our breath away, with its classic, timeless elegance that perfectly embodied the romantic atmosphere we dreamed of for our special day.
The venue coordinators were absolutely phenomenal. Their knowledge and expertise shone through every step of the planning process. They were quick to respond to our questions and concerns, making us feel supported and understood. Thanks to their dedication and vision, our ideas came to life seamlessly. Every detail was handled with care, creating an experience that was both stress-free and magical. We couldn’t have asked for a better backdrop for our celebration. If you’re looking for a venue that combines stunning aesthetics with exceptional service, look no further! Highly recommended!” -Chantal