Ruthmere Museum

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Raw space venue

The venue will provide just the space. You’ll bring in your own caterer and vendors.

Full wedding (ceremony and reception) pricing

Starting at $400

Packages

Guest capacity

Up to 150 seated guests

About this venue

Ruthmere Campus comprises two historic properties that engage visitors with a unique experience of history, art and architecture. Whether you are taking a guided tour of Ruthmere Mansion or the historic Havilah Beardsley House, listening to a concert, participating in an educational program, or celebrating your nuptials with an unforgettable garden wedding, the experiences at Ruthmere are one of a kind and make a difference.

Seated guest capacity

  • 4-150

Venue type

  • Historic Estates, Mansions
  • Parks, Gardens

Venue setting

  • Indoor
  • Outdoor
302 E Beardsley Ave, Elkhart, IN 46514

Our event spaces

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Ruthmere Game Room

Intimate setting.

The Game Room is located on the lower level of Ruthmere. It is a one-of-a-kind setting for your dinner parties, anniversaries, recitals, receptions.

Guest capacity

10-75 Seated

10-74 Standing

Square footage

500

Ideal for

Wedding ceremony, Wedding shower, Engagement party, After party, Couples luncheon, Cocktail hour

Guests often feel this space is

“Luxurious and chic”

Included in this room:

75 Red Cushioned Chairs 10 Round Tables

Room cost

Cost: $925 for 3-hour evening event, plus deposit. Discount for subsequent events.

Ruthmere Museum packages

The Diamond Wedding!

Peak pricing $1,250

Off-peak pricing $1,250

Description

The most precious jewel of all is, The Diamond. Ruthmere Mansion offers an exquisite wedding experience. Ruthmere Mansion was built in 1908 and is in the Historic Beardsley District in Elkhart, Indiana. Your grand celebration will take place in a vintage setting surrounded by history, art, and elegance. The main courtyard is a traditional French “blue and white” formal garden and seats 150 guests at outdoor ceremonies. • $1,250 (additional charges may apply).

The Emerald Wedding

25 guests

Peak pricing $1,000

Off-peak pricing $1,000

Description

Opting for a historic venue? We have a perfect place for you: The Emerald of Ruthmere Campus, The Havilah Beardsley House! This historic home was built in 1848 for Elkhart’s founder, Havilah Beardsley. From the grand staircase to the classic Italian marble fireplace, your day will become an unforgettable event! • Ceremony space is limited to 25 people. $1,000. • Inquire regarding reception options. • Dressing suite for bride and her maids.

The Ruby Wedding!

5 guests

Peak pricing $400

Off-peak pricing $400

Description

You might have heard the term Micro-Wedding floating around recently. This type of wedding has become hugely popular during the COVID-19 pandemic. You might think of a Micro-Wedding as a miniature version of any regular wedding. If you want an intimate and personal celebration, our Ruby Micro-Wedding is the answer! • Limit 5 (bride, groom, officiate, 2 witnesses) $400. • Additional guests $25 per person. • Ruthmere Mansion and Havilah Beardlsey House

Available services that can be provided by Ruthmere Museum

Services & amenities

  • Clean up
  • Dressing room / Bridal Suite
  • Event coordinator
  • Set up

Transportation & access

  • Self parking - free

Rentals

  • Linens
  • Sound / AV
  • Standard Chairs

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