The Woman's Club of Evanston is a historic clubhouse designed by noted architect Ernest Mayo in 1912 and listed in the National Register of Historic Places. Located in the North Shore community, the venue is steps from Northwestern University, hotels, the lakefront, restaurants, and public transit. The Clubhouse features a grand ballroom, tea room, music room, and multiple intimate spaces, all fully equipped with tables, chairs, flatware, and dinnerware at no additional cost.
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Estimated cost · Venue Fee Only
$6,500
100 guests · Saturday · In-Season · Yes
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The property
A historic 1912 clubhouse listed on the National Register of Historic Places, featuring a second-floor ballroom, tea room, music room, and multiple event spaces across two floors.
The venue showcases elegant early 20th-century architecture with ornate chandeliers, arched ceilings, a grand staircase, and original hardwood ballroom flooring.
The ballroom features a stage, decorative moldings, and a refined aesthetic. The first-floor spaces include the music room with vintage bentwood chairs and the tea room with classic charm. The overall feel blends historic grandeur with timeless elegance.
The setting
The venue is located near the lakefront and Northwestern University campus in Evanston, with lush greenery visible in the garden areas surrounding the clubhouse entrance.
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Planning details
Vendor policies, timing and house rules to plan around.
Music curfew
Music until 11pm
All events must have the last song played by 11:00 PM. Events must end no later than 11:30 PM. DJ, band, and other music vendor choices are up to the couple.
On the property
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