historic beauty with modern elegance
The Historic Garden at the Community House!
Weddings at the Community House
Located in Winnetka, IL, and tucked into a charming neighborhood along the North Shore, this historic building has been hosting social gatherings since 1911 and proudly joined the National Register of Historic Places in 2007. It is also home to an intimate historic garden with a large courtyard and is genuinely one of the most timeless and romantic locations in all of Chicagoland - a true hidden gem! The Community House can host up to 185 seated guests.
Tours are available by appointment only. Please fill out the inquiry form at the bottom of this page.
The Main Courtyard and Surrounding Gardens
The courtyard is encircled by historic brick columns, a Tudor-style barn building, and a quiet pergola area. It features a large inlayed blue-stone and brick patio great for dining and dancing. At night the courtyard comes to life with ambient spotlighting on the surrounding historic columns and trees.
The adjoining social gardens and arched breezeway areas work well for cocktail hours and social gatherings of any size. The iconic Arched Breezeway is a grand entrance into the courtyard and the Social Garden features a charming cedarwood bar accented with string lights. Both areas have space for highboy and lowboy tables throughout.
Available Indoor Spaces
Our modern Garden Room banquet space features natural lighting from a wall of floor to ceiling windows and has 4 sets of French doors that open directly into the Courtyard. Other unique features include beautiful custom woodwork paneling and adjustable ambient lighting.
Our Historic Ballroom features a high ceiling, brass chandeliers, and tall gothic arched windows. It seats up to 185 for ceremonies or services or up to 80 for a seated luncheon, shower or dinner. This room is included as an indoor back-up space when you book a ceremony.
For more information and a photo gallery, click here. For wedding package details, please click here.
Catering Options for Every Style and Palate
We’ve teamed up with a group of truly special caterers who have the creativity and culinary expertise to make your event shine. Choose from a wide variety of cuisines and price points to make your celebration unique, personal, and delicious!
Beyond Catering
Catered by Design
Catering by Michaels
Chic Chef Catering
CMB Catering
Northern Fork
Wooden Paddle
Specialty caterers (kosher, ethnic) available upon request.
Ready to learn more about a Community House wedding? Fill out the form below to inquire.