The former Elk’s building was built in the colonial-revival style of architecture. Wide porches, supported by large columns, extend along the entire front of the building, with the upper balcony extending over the entrance in artistic architectural detail. On October 21, 1900, the cornerstone was laid for Lodge No. 531, B.P.O.E. on the north side of Bayliss Park in the heart of Council Bluffs. The inside of the building is furnished in classic Victorian style with rich burgundy and green hues. The original cigar stand and bundle counter is located immediately to the right of the front entrance. The grand oak stairway curves to the right and to the left and draws you up to the second-floor reception area and a ballroom that features a hard maple floor and mahogany-paneled walls. The second floor balcony provides guests with a breathtaking view of Bayliss Park and its beautiful fountain.

We are one of a kind wedding and reception venue located near the Omaha metro. We have a passion for reclaimed materials, being stewards of the land, and offering our couples a setting for their wedding day that they will remember forever. A lush oasis in a sea of farmland, we offer jaw dropping views at every turn. Come escape to our country retreat!

Escape to a luxurious oasis at The Garden Room. Show-stopping chandeliers play off of vibrant greenery in this space, enhanced by an industrial look with a storehouse of furnishings customizable to your next celebration. In the speakeasy, guests will experience an intimate space with bistro-style furnishings in this playful hall of mirrors. The Garden Room accommodates corporate and social events for up to 350 cocktail style or 220 seated guests.

Important moments in life call for memorable settings. Lauritzen Gardens offers a variety of stunning indoor facilities and ever-changing outdoor settings that celebrate the brilliance and elegance of nature and combine to create an incredibly vivid experience. Our beautiful gardens and rooms are available for weddings, receptions, cocktail hours, engagement/prenuptial dinners, rehearsal dinners, and bridal showers, ranging from the intimate to the elaborate. Choose the perfect space or combination of spaces for your utterly unforgettable event. Abraham Catering is our exclusive caterer and offers inspired menu selections for your food and beverage needs. Don't need a venue? Lush, romantic backdrops for engagement and wedding photography may be found throughout the garden. Sessions can be done during regular business hours, or private sessions may be booked after hours for $125.

Transport your guests to an oasis of opulence right in the heart of the city. A luxurious venue crowned with glamorous chandeliers and antique furniture. The Empire Room accommodates corporate and social events for up to 500 cocktail style or 350 seated guests. Enjoy our fully stocked bar, grand entrance stairway, working fireplace, and spacious patio overlooking Turner Park’s holiday lights.

Located in heart of Omaha, The Thompson Center is a timeless venue for couples who want to share their wedding day. Our award-winning Best of Omaha venue is truly like no other wedding space in the region. Discover our incomparable staff that will craft your wedding ceremony and reception into your dream come true.

Transport your guests to an Italian oasis at Omaha Palazzo. The charm of the space is enhanced with show-stopping chandeliers, a dance floor, and a champagne bar to encourage a celebratory atmosphere. Omaha Palazzo accommodates corporate and social events for up to 500 cocktail style or 400 seated guests. Our intimate patio is excellent for getting fresh air in between courses or dances, complete with bistro lighting and seating. This elegant venue sits on eight acres of sprawling land and is the ideal backdrop for your next celebration.

1969 was the last Presbyterian service. In 2012, artist Zack Jones purchased this 1873 church as a artist live/work space. Today the studio apartment is available for the wedding party and preparations. Art Church Weddings is located in a 1873 de-sanctified Church in Malvern, IA. and is a permanent gallery to oil painter Zack Jones. Better known as Art Church Iowa, this unique building is coming back to life with exhibits, concerts, and private events.

Lilac Hill is a family owned 80 acre property in Louisville, NE, about 25 minutes from Omaha and 45 minutes from Lincoln. The original founders of Lilac Hill, Don and Bev Maxon, bought this old run down property in the 80's and set out to create their own arboretum. There are dozens of old growth trees, hundreds of blue spruce, and thousands of flowering shrubs and plants, which provide beautiful color and depth everywhere you go. The space combines elements of BoHo, Rustic, Elegant, and Industrial in a romantic natural landscape. So many of our guests comment that they don't feel like they're in Nebraska anymore! The property is enclosed by trees, providing a feeling of seclusion and exclusivity where your guests can hang out under our 100' tall cottonwood trees and smell the lilac scented breezes. With seating inside for up to 300 guests, our space can accommodate nearly all party sizes. Come visit soon for a tour!

WaConDa Woods & Gardens is a venue space for weddings, reunions, business events and more. Our venue sits on 40 acres of rolling hills and trails surrounded by hundreds of oak and cedar trees. With over 5k square feet of indoor reception space, there's a blank canvas for an indoor ceremony, reception or gathering. There's history at every corner including a quant horse barn with stables and a historic one room schoolhouse built in the 1950's that has recently been converted to a bridal suite for the bridal party.

Cloudrest is a picturesque hilltop farm, surrounded by fields and orchards; a beautiful country escape we love to share with our guests. We are ever elated to help bring enchantment to a couple's special day. With our unique setting, charming horses, and a commitment to bring dreams to fruition, your day can be a once-in-a-lifetime, truly unforgettable experience. At Cloudrest, we want our couples to feel empowered to plan their wedding as they wish, and so we do not observe vendor restrictions. In addition, enjoy the convenience of full weekend access, reducing the stress of rushed set-up and tear down, as well as the ease of having your ceremony and reception all at the same breathtaking location. *Reception barn coming soon!*