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60 West Walton Street
Chicago, IL 60610
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Contact: Director of Events
Phone: 312/255-3555
www.newberry.org
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Newberry Library

Why We Like This Place

With its architectural details, spacious halls and multiple grand pianos, this historic 1893 venue is far more than a famous library—it’s also great place to host a wedding or private celebration. The fully restored Lobby, which features an Art Nouveau chandelier, 20-foot ceiling and broad marble staircase (think bridal grand entry and fab photo op) lends itself beautifully to cocktail receptions, dinner parties or wedding ceremonies. Ruggles Hall hosts larger groups for sit-down or cocktail receptions, concerts, and other events. And if you’re planning a more intimate gathering, the oak-panelled Towner Fellows’ Lounge is an excellent choice. Although Newberry Library was founded to share 600 years’ worth of rare books, maps, music and much more, you don’t need to be a book or music lover to appreciate the building’s turn-of-the-century elegance. Complimentary parking in the on-site lot is available for after-hours events.

Capacity

Ceremony

Reception/Special Events

Meetings

Max. Seated Indoors: 200
Max. Seated Outdoors: 0 		Max. Seated Indoors: 200
Max. Seated Outdoors: 0
Max. Standing Indoors: 300
Max. Standing Outdoors: 0 		Max. Seated: 0

Fees & Deposits

Rental fees start at $6,000.

Availability

Available for rentals from 6pm to 12am. Please call for available dates.

Catering

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Alcohol

BYO

Location Uses

Ceremonies
Wedding Receptions

Amplified Music

w/ Restrictions

Wheelchair Access

Wheelchair Accessible

Site Views

Cityscape
Panoramic

Venue Type

Historic/Landmark Building
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