The DeKoven Center


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The venue will provide the space, plus a few extras.

Guest capacity

Up to 200 seated guests


About this venue

Along with its scenic, lakefront setting and historic charm, the DeKoven Center is known for its personalized wedding. Our dedicated staff works closely with you and your guests to bring your wedding day vision to life. Whether you prefer a simple, intimate occasion or an elaborate, festive celebration, we have the facilities and the expertise needed to meet your needs. Our goal is to help make your wedding day dreams come true. And you can count on the special events staff to coordinate your arrangements, from the time of the first meeting through your ceremony and reception.


Our event spaces

The Great Hall

Amazing stained glass windows, a beamed ceiling, chandelier lighting, hardwood floors and a custom built-in bar make The Great Hall an ideal choice for your reception.

Guest capacity

Up to 225 Seated

Included in this room:

Access to the hall from 10:00am—midnight - Your choice of 6’ rectangular tables or 60” round tables - Banquet-style chairs - Floor length table cloths, overlays, and skirting of head table and cake table (black, white or ivory) - Various colored cloth napkins - Full length globe lights - Use of house place setting package for all guests (various plates/silverware/drinkware) - Event security from 5pm—midnight

The Assembly Hall

Clear windows provide a gorgeous view of Lake Michigan and inner courtyard, making this a great space for intimate weddings, showers and other important events in your life.

Guest capacity

Up to 150 Seated

Included in this room:

Access to the hall from 10:00am—midnight - Your choice of 6’ rectangular tables or 60” round tables - Banquet-style chairs - Floor length table cloths, overlays, and skirting of head table and cake table (black, white or ivory) - Various colored cloth napkins - Full length globe lights - Use of house place setting package for all guests (various plates/silverware/drinkware) - Event security from 5pm—midnight

St. John’s Chapel

Whether you are looking for a unique indoor ceremony or a picturesque outdoor ceremony, we offer both! Nestled amongst 11 lakefront acres, St. John’s Chapel is a great place to begin your happily ever after.

Guest capacity

Up to 200 Seated

Included in this room:

One-hour rehearsal on the day before your wedding - Three-hour, exclusive access time to St. John’s Chapel and the inner courtyard - Use of indoor sound system, piano, and pipe organ - Two getting-ready rooms

The Great Hall

Amazing stained glass windows, a beamed ceiling, chandelier lighting, hardwood floors and a custom built-in bar make The Great Hall an ideal choice for your reception.

Guest capacity

Up to 225 Seated

Included in this room:

Access to the hall from 10:00am—midnight - Your choice of 6’ rectangular tables or 60” round tables - Banquet-style chairs - Floor length table cloths, overlays, and skirting of head table and cake table (black, white or ivory) - Various colored cloth napkins - Full length globe lights - Use of house place setting package for all guests (various plates/silverware/drinkware) - Event security from 5pm—midnight


Available services that can be provided by The DeKoven Center

Services & amenities

  • Bar services
  • Dance floor
  • Dressing room / Bridal Suite
  • Event rentals
  • Liability insurance
  • Set up
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Wifi

Transportation & access

  • Self parking - free
  • Wheelchair accessible

Rentals

  • Sound / AV

Accommodations

  • Honeymoon suite

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  • Best Venue in Wisconsin!

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    ShalAug 30, 2024

    We had our August wedding at The DeKoven Center and it was absolutely magical with the flowers blooming everywhere! The venue manager, Nicole, was so helpful throughout the entire planning process. She was very quick to respond to our questions and we sat down about a month before the big day to finalize all the details. Nicole made sure everything was perfect. The venue itself is beyond gorgeous with the unique chapel; spacious Great Hall with high ceilings, string lights, and raised dance floor; lush gardens, and lake views. It was the ideal backdrop for our fairytale wedding. The venue is elegant yet whimsical and our guests wouldn’t stop talking about it! Their staff was fantastic as well, helping everything run smoothly day-of. I cannot recommend The DeKoven Center highly enough for couples wanting a romantic, one-of-a-kind wedding!