Ballroom at Person Center For All Peoples

About this space

The Person Center for All Peoples in Forest Hill, Newark, NJ is more than a venue—it is an experience, a hidden jewel where imagination takes form and moments become memory.

Within its expansive and flexible ballroom, visions are not simply realized—they are elevated. Whether you are dreaming of an opulent wedding, a vibrant quinceañera, a spirited bar or bat mitzvah, an unforgettable birthday celebration, or an intimate and refined baby shower, this extraordinary space adapts effortlessly to the energy and elegance of your occasion.

Its architecture invites transformation. The great hall, gilded salon, and sunlit solarium each offer their own distinct atmosphere—together creating a setting that feels at once grand and deeply personal. From the resonance of a chamber orchestra to the quiet intimacy of a literary reading, from poetry slams and immersive performances to dazzling galas, the space holds and enhances every artistic and celebratory expression.

There is room here—for movement, for music, for laughter, for connection. Ample space for dining, dancing, and spectacle allows each gathering to unfold naturally, whether it is a sophisticated cocktail evening, a joyful Sweet 16, or a night of comedy and celebration.

This is not simply a place to host an event—it is a place to create something singular. A place where every detail is infused with possibility, and where each gathering becomes something truly once-in-a-lifetime.

Built in 1920, this massive historic Georgian Mansion in the legendary Forest Hill section of Newark, NJ has a large ballroom, indoor winter garden, gilded salon, all with original period architectural details. 



Filled with 17th and 18th century French and Asian antiques. All original Tiffany & Co. lighting fixtures plus a very large and elegantly landscaped backyard and terrace for outdoor events.



One of the few Georgian mansions in NJ to have a ballroom in the home.

Capacity

Catering and drinks

Facilities

Music & sound equipment