About this vendor
Make your precious milestone a moment in history at the extraordinary Cargill-Pettibone Mansion in La Crosse, WI, a wedding venue once home to local grain merchant W.W. Cargill and many other notable figures. From top to bottom, this exquisitely designed abode boasts the wonders of a bygone era, maintaining its stately 19th-century aesthetic despite several renovations. Whether a wedding reception or rehearsal dinner, this venue is the ideal destination for truly royal "I dos."
Couples who host their event at Cargill-Pettibone Mansion get exclusive use of its indoor facilities and grounds, which can accommodate weddings of up to 50 guests. The magic begins on the lawn, where a lawn planted with triumphant, age-old oaks creates an unparalleled setting for ceremonies. After the vows, guests can treat themselves to a celebratory drink or two in the mansion's cozy living area, furnished with upholstered sofas and a grand piano for soothing background instrumentals. Banquets can take place in the dining room, and once the night is over, loved ones can make their way up the grand staircase and into the mansion's numerous en-suite bedrooms for a luxurious overnight stay. Other communal spaces include the library den and refurbished kitchen complete with an island, full cooking range, microwave, sink, bar stools, and a refrigerator.
From rentals to setup, the team at Cargill-Pettibone Mansion provides all the essentials for milestone celebrations. While outside caterers are more than welcome, the venue invites couples to browse through their list of recommended vendors. Visits can be arranged through the property's event staff, who look forward to showing nearlyweds what this fabulous home has to offer.
Amenities + details
Ceremony Area
Covered Outdoors Space
Dressing Room
Indoor Event Space
On-Site Accommodations
Wireless Internet
Handicap Accessible
Liability Insurance
Outdoor Event Space
Ceremony Types
- Civil Union
- Commitment Ceremony
- Elopement
- Interfaith Ceremony
- Non-Religious Ceremony
- Religious Ceremony
Settings
- Estate
- Historic Venue
Venue Service Offerings
- Food & Catering
Reviews
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5
out of 5.01 reviews
We had 7 out if town guests that stayed overnight for two nights. And,
Bridal hair and makeup that included the bride, 6 attendants and mother of the bride with a hair stylist an...
d a makeup artist. And
Gift opening catered by a local company the day after the wedding that had approximately 35 people attending for brunch.
Management communicated wonderfully with us. We were given access to the home earlier then expected for our event, so that was great! Upon entering the home, we found everything clean, beautiful and well stocked.
We tied the Cargill Pettibone Mansion into our youngest daughter's wedding day. The home was a gathering space for several out if town family members for the weekend.
The ladies of the bridal party had hair and makeup done in the spacious dining room on wedding morning. The windows provided beautiful, natural, lighting for amazing photos.
The photographer took so many detail shots using the beautiful wood and tile flooring and also used the piano and windows. Our daughter dressed for the wedding in the master bedroom - plenty of room for us to help her into her gown, and another beautiful, light filled space for photos. The attendeds dressed in separate rooms that had their own en suite bathrooms.
"First look" occured at the grand staircase-so unique!
The couple read private letters to each other on the front lawn with the magnificent, historic home as a backdrop for more photos.
Guests that came from out of town and stayed in the bedrooms for the weekend repeatedly said the beds were "so comfortable" and that they "slept well."
We held a gift opening and catered brunch the day after the wedding. The kitchen was large enough for guests to file through for a buffet breakfast and the: piano room, living room, dining room and front porch had plenty of space to set up tables for people to eat at.
The Living Room had great space for family and friends to watch the couple open their gifts while they sat comfortably on the sofa.
Everything was wonderful and we have so many beautiful photos.
The evening of the gift opening, after the bride and groom were off, many of us sat out on the front porch of the home - which is in a nice, quiet neighborhood. We talked and told stories and reflected on the weekend while a light breeze kept us cool, into the wee hours of the next morning.
I cannot express how great our experience was. Whenever we had any questions prior to the wedding weekend, Matt and his staff were quick to answer. It was such a beautiful space to have for our daughter's wedding weekend! Everything felt so very magical ❤️
Lots of great memories made...
Contact
145 8th St. S., La Crosse, WI | Coulee Region
Cargill-Pettibone Mansion