Avalon

Guest capacity

Up to 250 seated guests

About this venue

Ideally located on Rice Park, only a moment away from lodging, the Mississippi River and multiple downtown attractions, Avalon is a breathtaking historic venue situated in the former James J. Hill Reference Library. Soaring pillars, ornate stonework, marble floors and multiple levels of original bookshelves frame this gorgeous open space.

Seated guest capacity

2-250

Venue type

Ballrooms, Banquet Halls
Historic Estates, Mansions

Venue setting

Indoor

80 4th St W, Saint Paul, MN 55102

Our event spaces

Reading Room

With its storied past and stunning architecture, Avalon offers a backdrop of breathtaking grandeur for an unforgettable event.

The Reading Room offers 5,800+ square feet of event space which can be used for a number of unique layout options.

Guest capacity

2-250 Seated

2-275 Standing

Square footage

5,800

Ideal for

Wedding ceremony, Wedding reception, Cocktail hour

Guests often feel this space is

“Luxurious and chic”

Reading Room

With its storied past and stunning architecture, Avalon offers a backdrop of breathtaking grandeur for an unforgettable event.

The Reading Room offers 5,800+ square feet of event space which can be used for a number of unique layout options.

Guest capacity

2-250 Seated

2-275 Standing

Square footage

5,800

Ideal for

Wedding ceremony, Wedding reception, Cocktail hour

Guests often feel this space is

“Luxurious and chic”

Available services that can be provided by Avalon

Services & amenities

Bar services
Clean up
Dressing room / Bridal Suite
Event staff
Pet friendly
Set up
Wheelchair accessible
Wifi

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April, May, June, July, August, September, October

No, however there are many nearby ramps and metered parking spots. Valet service could also be hired via a third party company.

Yes, we have an street level entryway at the Kellogg Blvd side of our building and an elevator.

Standard rental for Monday - Thursday is 8 hours, and 12 hours for Friday - Sunday. Additional venue access can be added for $250/hour during your planning process.

Full venue access, including main reading room, lower lobby and private dressing rooms. Staging Kitchen for Caterers Venue Manager Support Staff (set up and strike of all venue furniture) 32 60" Round Banquet Tables 10 96" x 30" Long Banquet Tables 4 72" x 30" Long Banquet Tables 250 Folding Black Chairs

No, but if you would like to obtain special event insurance, you're more than welcome to!

~150 for ceremony + reception ~250 for reception only ~275 for cocktail style party

November, December, January, February and March

No. Outside liquor will be prohibited.

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Avalon

Guest capacity

About this venue

Seated guest capacity

Venue type

Venue setting

Our event spaces

Reading Room

Guest capacity

Square footage

Ideal for

Guests often feel this space is

Reading Room

Reading Room

Guest capacity

Square footage

Ideal for

Guests often feel this space is

Available services that can be provided by Avalon

Services & amenities

Reviews

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