Special Event Rentals

Special events take place weekday evenings beginning at 5:00 pm, and weekends (Sat & Sun)

Our Venues

Planning a celebration? Whether it be a wedding, shower, banquet dinner, or any other event, Cedarhurst Center for the Arts is the perfect location! Located less than 10 minutes from the intersection of I-57 and I-64, we are a convenient location for all guests. Cedarhurst Center for the Arts raises the standard for unique venues in the southern Illinois. Our four event spaces are distinctive by design and can accommodate parties both large and small to fit your special occasion. All rentals include table and chair setup, sound systems and projector (where available), on-site parking, and on-site event coordinator.

For full details, download the Special Event Rentals Brochure.

Mitchell Museum

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Schweinfurth House

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Mitchell House

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Sculpture Park

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Mitchell Museum

Classic marble columns create a stunning visual as you enter the Cedarhurst campus, and a contemporary expansion added in 2008 provides open spaces and state-of-the-art amenities. Accommodates events up to 400 people.

About the Venue

The Mitchell Museum’s classic marble columns create a stunning visual as you enter the Cedarhurst campus, and a contemporary expansion added in 2008 provides spacious areas and state-of-the-art amenities inside. Rental of the Mitchell Museum at Cedarhurst includes the Grand Corridor with sky-high ceilings, Performance Hall featuring a full wall of windows, and a Back Patio area looking out into the sculpture park.

Capacity

Performance Hall

250 seated dinner
400 cocktail reception

Grand Corridor

100 seated dinner
150 cocktail reception

Back Patio

80 seated dinner
125 cocktail reception

Building and Rental Amenities

Table and chair setup – includes long tables (8ft), round tables (60in), and bistro tables (36in)
On-site parking for up to 100 vehicles
Commercial kitchen
25-foot stage
Two 10-foot projector systems, 4k capabilites
Sound and light systems
Wifi capabilities
Dressing rooms

*Renter coordinates catering and decor

Base Pricing

$3,500

FULL DAY (up to 10 hours)
Events end by 10:30 pm
Vendors offsite by 12 am

$2,000

HALF DAY (up to 4 hours)

Add-on Amenities

$500 – Prior day rehearsal and/or decorating: Building privileges until 7 pm
$600 – Additional Venue: Utilize our on-site Mitchell House or Schweinfurth House for a dressing suite
$200 – Steinway Piano
$150 – Ceremony in Park
$300 – Clean up crew: Let museum staff take down decorations and package for next-day pickup
$20/ea – Long Table Linens: Available in black or white
$18/ea -Round Table Linens: Available in black or white
$8/ea – Deluxe place settings
$5/ea – Place settings
$3/ea – Napkins
Variable – Gallery/access tours – Based on availability

**This building and all galleries are open to the public Tuesday thru Saturday 10 am-5 pm and Sunday 1 pm-5 pm.

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Schweinfurth House

This contemporary home is open and spacious. Tucked at the north end of the Cedarhurst campus and surrounded by wooded areas, the Schweinfurth House offers ample privacy. Accommodates events up to 150 people.

About the Venue

Tucked at the north end of the Cedarhurst Campus, this contemporary home is open and spacious. Visitors enter into a glass atrium with long, spacious rooms on either side, adorned with artwork. The dining room features a fireplace and glass doors that open to a deck and water feature. Separate living quarters create dressing areas or “back of the house” space during events. Surrounded by wooded areas, the Schweinfurth house offers ample privacy. The space is intimate but also convenient, with wide doorways, multiple restroom facilities, and back yard with small stage, pond, and multiple sculptures within view.

Capacity

Indoors

70 seated dinner
120 cocktail reception

Back Lawn

150 seated dinner
250 cocktail reception

Building and Rental Amenities

Table and chair setup – includes long tables (8ft), round tables (60in), and bistro tables (36in)
On-site parking for up to 32 vehicles
On-site Kitchen
Dressing areas
1080 projector and 7-foot screens
Sound system
Wifi capabilities
Multiple restrooms
Outdoor area with pond and deck

Base Pricing

$1,000

FULL DAY (up to 10 hours)
Events end by 10:30 pm
Vendors offsite by 12 am

$500

HALF DAY (up to 4 hours)

Add-on Amenities

$300 – Prior day rehearsal and/or decorating: Building privileges until 7 pm
$600 – Additional Venue: Utilize our on-site Mitchell House for a dressing suite
$150 – Ceremony in Park
$250 – Clean up Crew: Let museum staff take down decorations and package for next-day pickup
$100 – Steinway baby grand piano
$100 – Video conferencing equipment
$20/ea – Long Table Linens: Available in black or white
$18/ea– Round table linens: Available in black or white
$3/ea – Napkins: Available in black and white
$8/ea – Deluxe place setting
$5/ea – Basic place setting

**Renter coordinates catering, decor, and beverage service

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Mitchell House

This historic home belonged to Cedarhurst founders John and Eleanor Mitchell, and their charm and style radiates throughout. Accommodates events of up to 60 people indoors and 250 outside.

About the Venue

This historic home belonged to Cedarhurst founders John and Eleanor Mitchell, and now new renovations highlight their style and story while making it comfortable and compliant for today’s rental needs. Tall white columns create a grand impression as guests walk up to the front door and enter into a stately venue that leave guests inspired. Antique elegant furniture and decor wrap guests in an intimate and curated space. A large living room and study furnished with tables, chairs, and smart TVs allow functional use for conferences and parties alike. The large, open kitchen is a caterer’s dream while the Second Floor Suite is bridal book worthy, boasting a dressing room, a parlor with makeup vanities, and a balcony overlooking the manicured back lawn.

Capacity

Indoors

48 meeting
60 reception

Back Patio

48 seated event
50 standing reception

Back Lawn

150 seated dinner
250 cocktail reception

Building and Rental Amenities

Uniquely curated with art and history
Open spaces furnished for meetings or special events
Smart TVs and Wifi capabilities
Second Floor Suite with dressing room, parlor, and balcony
Outdoor patio, partially covered
Adjacent outdoor concession and restroom amenities
On-site kitchen with commercial appliances
First floor ADA compliant

Base Pricing

$1,200 – FULL DAY (up to 10 hours)

$600 – HALF DAY (up to 4 hours)

Add-on Amenities

$250 – Prior day rehearsal and/or decorating: Building privileges until 7 pm
$125/hr – Additional Hours
$150 – Ceremony in park
$250 – Clean up crew: Let museum staff take down decorations and package for next-day pickup
$20/ea – Long Table Linens: Available in black or white
$18/ea – Round table lines: Available in black or white
$3/ea – Napkins: Available in black and white
$5/ea – Basic place setting
$8/ea – Deluxe place setting

**Renter coordinates catering, decor, and beverage service

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Sculpture Park

Referred to as the outdoor gallery at Cedarhurst, this 80-acre park features more than 60 large-scale sculpture, two ponds, wooded areas, and walking trails. Accommodates events of all sizes.

About the Venue

Referred to as the outdoor gallery at Cedarhurst, the 80-acre Goldman-Kuenz Sculpture Park at Cedarhurst features more than 60 large-scale sculpture. The park also boasts several walking trails, wooded areas, two ponds, and abundant wildlife.

There are several event sites within the park. From intimate ceremonies to large celebrations, the park creates a perfect backdrop for events big and small.

Capacity

Determined by event location.

Building and Rental Amenities