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Buskirk-Chumley Theater

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114 E Kirkwood Ave, Bloomington, IN

About This Vendor

Historic Elegance, Precious Moments

The historic Buskirk-Chumley Theater is a versatile location for any style of wedding. Looking for fun? One couple invited friends and family to perform a talent show on the stage during the reception. Seeking elegance? This 1922 theater already has style in spades. Ready to boogie? The stage or the orchestra pit can be used as a dance floor; adding our disco ball is a must. And don’t forget about the marquee, which will welcome guests to your big day, along with the flashing lights of the historic “Indiana” sign. All of our most up-to-date wedding info and pricing can be found on our website - https://buskirkchumley.org/rent-the-bct/weddings/

Amenities + Details

Ceremony Area

Dressing Room

Handicap Accessible

Indoor Event Space

Reception Area

Wireless Internet

Covered Outdoors Space

Liability Insurance

On-Site Accommodations

Outdoor Event Space

Ceremony Types

Civil Union, Commitment Ceremony, Interfaith Ceremony, Non-Religious Ceremony, Religious Ceremony, Second Wedding , Vow Renewal Ceremony

Guest Capacity

300+

Settings

Ballroom, Historic Venue, Museum

Venue Service Offerings

Bar & Drinks, Bar Rental, Rentals & Equipment

Buskirk-Chumley Theater Reviews

Reviewed On 6/30/2021 by Jayne G

Using the Buskirk Chumley Theater was the first and best decision we made for our wedding. They were so thorough in making sure they understood our needs and wants. It was a strange time, planning this during the pandemic, and the events Manage...

r went above and beyond to stay connected with me in every aspect of planning and the county restrictions. Their tech specialist made all of our lighting, sound, and media dreams come to life. Not only could the service and experience not be beat, the price can’t either. Do yourself a favor and book the Buskirk. We used it as a movie theater and streamed Casablanca during our ceremony. It can also be used as a stage without a screen. It’s beautiful inside and out!

Reviewed On 11/28/2020 by Allison C

We had our wedding in August 2015 and this was a dream venue for our ceremony. The staff was so friendly and very responsive with all of my questions and concerns. We were able to use the theater all day so we had plenty of time to set up and r...

ehearse. The dressing rooms back stage were perfect for getting ready. And have the custom marquee made for amazing photos! The theater is so beautiful inside that it means there isn't much to do for decor. And having a professional sound system and team made it one less thing to worry about. Also we add popcorn for all the guests which was HUGE HIT with kids and adults. If you are looking for a no stress gorgeous wedding venue, this is it!

Reviewed On 11/17/2020 by Lily B

The BCT was the perfect place to get married in Bloomington for so many reasons: built-in bar, centrally located, minimal decorating needed, knowledgable staff, and easy catering... the list probably goes on, but that's what came to the top of ...

the list! We were married in the fall of 2017 and it was the best night of our lives. Our photos were beautiful and our guests had a blast! They loved seeing the personalized message on the marquee all day leasing up to the main event. Most people stayed at the downtown hotels (which made the afterparty easy and walkable). With everything involved in planning a wedding, dealing with the venue was the easiest part since the staff knew what they were doing and were able to actualize our vision without much work on our part. Oh, and it was incredibly affordable! This place is a gem--I highly recommend getting married here!