Ballroom at The Nineteenth Century Charitable Association

178 Forest Avenue, #1, Chicago, IL 60301
Harlem (63rd-bound) (500 yd)

About this space

The Nineteenth Century Club is a stunning wedding venue in Oak Park, IL.

The Nineteenth Century Charitable Association's beautiful Oak Park Landmark building has served the surrounding communities since its construction in 1928. The Classical Revival 2-story building exudes historical charm and inspires awe for every guest.

Cozy yet elegant, these two rooms offer the perfect atmosphere with hanging chandeliers, a full stage, original hardwood floors, and a lofty ceiling. The Margaret Houck Ballroom is a beautiful and refined space for your ceremony and reception. Windows line both sides of the ballroom giving you plenty of natural light, casting an iridescent glow over the hardwood floors.


Prices

Sunday
6:00 pm – 11:00 pm
from $1900 hire fee per day
Per day
6:00 pm – 11:00 pm
from $1900 hire fee per day
Note: Alcohol licence until 12:00 am. All prices include sales tax.
You may rent our ballroom only, first floor only or both floors. Ask for pricing.

Additional Possible Fees:
Audio/Visual/Lighting Pricing upon request
Ceremony $500 per hour
Piano Use $200
Piano Tuning $175
Security $55 per hour (MANDATORY!)
Coat Check $125
Extra Hours $200 per hour
Additional Decor Set Up $500
Additional Cleaning $200
Monday
6:00 am – 12:00 am
from $250 hire fee per hour
Per hour
6:00 am – 12:00 am
from $250 hire fee per hour
Note: Alcohol licence until 12:00 am. All prices include sales tax.
You may rent our ballroom only, first floor only or both floors. Ask for pricing.

Additional Possible Fees:
Audio/Visual/Lighting Pricing upon request
Ceremony $500 per hour
Piano Use $200
Piano Tuning $175
Security $55 per hour (MANDATORY!)
Coat Check $125
Extra Hours $200 per hour
Additional Decor Set Up $500
Additional Cleaning $200
Tuesday
6:00 am – 12:00 am
from $250 hire fee per hour
Per hour
6:00 am – 12:00 am
from $250 hire fee per hour
Note: Alcohol licence until 12:00 am. All prices include sales tax.
You may rent our ballroom only, first floor only or both floors. Ask for pricing.

Additional Possible Fees:
Audio/Visual/Lighting Pricing upon request
Ceremony $500 per hour
Piano Use $200
Piano Tuning $175
Security $55 per hour (MANDATORY!)
Coat Check $125
Extra Hours $200 per hour
Additional Decor Set Up $500
Additional Cleaning $200
Wednesday
6:00 am – 12:00 am
from $250 hire fee per hour
Per hour
6:00 am – 12:00 am
from $250 hire fee per hour
Note: Alcohol licence until 12:00 am. All prices include sales tax.
You may rent our ballroom only, first floor only or both floors. Ask for pricing.

Additional Possible Fees:
Audio/Visual/Lighting Pricing upon request
Ceremony $500 per hour
Piano Use $200
Piano Tuning $175
Security $55 per hour (MANDATORY!)
Coat Check $125
Extra Hours $200 per hour
Additional Decor Set Up $500
Additional Cleaning $200
Thursday
6:00 am – 12:00 am
from $250 hire fee per hour
Per hour
6:00 am – 12:00 am
from $250 hire fee per hour
Note: Alcohol licence until 12:00 am. All prices include sales tax.
You may rent our ballroom only, first floor only or both floors. Ask for pricing.

Additional Possible Fees:
Audio/Visual/Lighting Pricing upon request
Ceremony $500 per hour
Piano Use $200
Piano Tuning $175
Security $55 per hour (MANDATORY!)
Coat Check $125
Extra Hours $200 per hour
Additional Decor Set Up $500
Additional Cleaning $200
Friday
6:00 pm – 11:00 pm
from $1900 hire fee per day
Per day
6:00 pm – 11:00 pm
from $1900 hire fee per day
Note: Alcohol licence until 12:00 am. All prices include sales tax.
You may rent our ballroom only, first floor only or both floors. Ask for pricing.

Additional Possible Fees:
Audio/Visual/Lighting Pricing upon request
Ceremony $500 per hour
Piano Use $200
Piano Tuning $175
Security $55 per hour (MANDATORY!)
Coat Check $125
Extra Hours $200 per hour
Additional Decor Set Up $500
Additional Cleaning $200
Saturday
6:00 pm – 11:00 pm
from $3500 hire fee per day
Per day
6:00 pm – 11:00 pm
from $3500 hire fee per day
Note: Alcohol licence until 12:00 am. All prices include sales tax.
You may rent our ballroom only, first floor only or both floors. Ask for pricing.

Additional Possible Fees:
Audio/Visual/Lighting Pricing upon request
Ceremony $500 per hour
Piano Use $200
Piano Tuning $175
Security $55 per hour (MANDATORY!)
Coat Check $125
Extra Hours $200 per hour
Additional Decor Set Up $500
Additional Cleaning $200
Minimum booking duration: 5 hours

Capacity

Standing
up to 350
Dining
up to 230
Cabaret
up to 175
Classroom
up to 200

Catering and drinks

Menu

Menu currently unavailable

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Catering options

In-house catering
External catering not allowed
Venue provides alcohol
BYO alcohol not allowed

Facilities

Wi-Fi
Projector
Whiteboard
PA system / speakers
Conference call facilities
Air conditioning
Natural light
Storage space
Accommodation available
Free on-street parking
Paid parking facilities available nearby
Flatscreen TV
Flipchart
Quiet space

Music & sound equipment

Own music allowed
Bring your own DJ
Noise restrictions

Accessibility

Wheelchair accessible
Disabled access toilets
Disabled parking space available
Lift to all floors

Rules of the space

Allowed events

Promoted and ticketed events
Wedding licence
Temporary event notices (TENs) available

Host rules

In house catering only
All events must be done by midnight

Cancellation policy: Custom

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The Nineteenth Century Club is a stunning wedding venue in Oak Park, IL.

The Classical Revival 2-story building exudes historical charm and inspires awe for every guest. The Nineteenth Century offers multiple event spaces to fit your needs, with hanging chandeliers, a full stage, original hardwood floors, and a lofty ceiling.

The Margaret Houck Ballroom is a beautiful and refined space for your ceremony and reception. Windows line both sides of the ballroom giving you plenty of natural light, casting an iridescent glow over the hardwood floors.

For small to medium-sized parties, consider the South Dining Room or the North Dining Room. Cozy yet elegant, these two rooms offer the perfect atmosphere.


Other spaces and event packages at this venue

from $200
hire fee / per hour
from $5000
hire fee / per day

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