McNamara Alumni Center 200 Southeast Oak Street , Suite 100 • Minneapolis • MN 55414
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Why You'll Love This Place
A Here Comes The Guide Wedding Venue Review
- The Center's stunning architecture draws inspiration from the Minnesota landscape, featuring wood and copper interiors as well as a 150-foot indoor water feature. This exquisite event space is so lovely, it requires little decoration.
- Two all-inclusive packages can accommodate weddings of almost any size. Room options include the gorgeous Memorial Hall and the window-lined University Hall—both which overlook a landscaped patio— and the intimate Johnson Great Room, with its its stylish fireplace, and a small room for wedding party storage. Plus, the Heritage Gallery museum is always open for your gusts to explore.
- The award-winning D'Amico Hospitality provides the delectable cuisine. Your menu options encompass a delicious selection of hors d'oeuvres, plated dinners, buffet options, and custom cakes.
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Deals
University Hall Micro-Weddings | $3,000
Available daily for up to 50 guests (Saturday events must conclude by 1pm). Must be booked within 6 months of the event date.
- 3-hour rental of University Hall & Patio, with access 1-hour prior
- 1-hour ceremony rehearsal
- Wedding party room
- Storage access the day before
- Built-in terrazzo dance floor
- Wireless microphone, ceremony AV, audio connection, and house music
- 2 parking spaces on Walnut Street
- On-site event staff
There is a $2,500 food & beverage minimum on Fridays & Saturdays.
Off-Peak & Holiday Discounts
- From November–March, both venues offer up to $500 off the rental fee! Reception-only rentals of Memorial Hall during this period also may receive an additional $1,000 savings if not using Johnson Great Room.
- Valentine's Day 2026 weddings receive waived $200 holiday fees and receive complimentary party favors!
Last Minute Saturday Dates!
- Saturday May 23 or 30, 2026
- Saturday, June 6 or 27, 2026
Inquire now to secure one of these prime dates, and let them know Here Comes The Guide sent you!
University of Minnesota Alumni members can receive up to 20% off their wedding packages!
Contact McNamara Alumni Center today for more information and 2026-2027 wedding availability.
PRICES: What's this going to cost?
Rental Fee
- $4,000–7,000/event
- Rental fee varies depending on:
- Day of week
- Time of year
- Space reserved
The rental fee includes:
- 7-hour rental with room access 3 hours prior
- 1-hour ceremony (if held at McNamara)
- Storage the day before
- Wedding party room
- Built-in terrazzo dance floor
- Custom setup of tables & chairs
- Lapel and wireless microphones, audio connection, and house music with 20 channels
- On-site event staff and security guard on premises
- 2 parking spaces
Memorial Hall | 400 people | $6,000–7,000
Includes use of Memorial Hall, Johnson Great Room (for ceremony or additional reception space), and Fireplace Lounge, a built-in stage with lighting, a water feature with candles, and access to the Heritage museum gallery.University Hall | 120 people | $4,000–5,000
Includes use of University Hall, Thomas Swain Room and The Commons, with an outdoor patio and water feature.
Ceremony Fee
If you choose to flip a room from ceremony to reception, there is a $300 fee for University Hall room flip a $500 fee for McNamara Hall.
Meals (when priced separately)
- $60–105/person
Catering packages through D'Amico Hospitality typically include passed hors d'oeuvres, plated dinner, a wedding cake, coffee & tea, standard rentals, and tax and service charge.
Some packages also include a 1-hour hosted bar with beer and wine.
Capacity
| Indoors | Outdoors | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Ceremony | Seated | 400 | 0 |
| Cocktails, etc. | Standing | 400 | 100 |
| Reception | Seated | 400 | 0 |
| Meetings | Total meeting capacity for this venue is 500. | ||
Memorial Hall seats up to 400 guests, and University Hall accommodates up to 120.
Venue Details
Site Uses
- All-Inclusive
- Ceremony
- Wedding Receptions
- LGBTQ+ Friendly
- Elopement Packages
- Small Wedding
- Rehearsal Dinner
- Special Events / Parties
- Business Functions / Meetings
- Late Night
Essential Info
Price
$ • $$
Catering
In-house
Provided by D'Amico Hospitality.
Alcohol
In-house
Provided by D'Amico Hospitality.
Amplified Music
Indoors
Some restrictions
Wheelchair Access
Wheelchair accessible
Availability
Year-round, daily.
Venue Type
Buildings & other settings available:
- Banquet Hall / Events Facility
- College Campus / School
- Historic / Landmark Building
- Patio / Deck / Terrace
- Unique
- Museum
Venue Views
Peep the views you’ll enjoy from this venue!
- Cityscape
- Fountain / Water Feature
- Landscaped Grounds
Services & Amenities
Feel like a VIP with these services and amenities:
An adjacent 500-car parking ramp and boutique-style hotel are easily accessible from the venue through a connecting tunnel.
McNamara Alumni Center
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