About this vendor
Two historic mansions on Milwaukee’s vibrant East Side: Villa Terrace, an Italian Renaissance-style villa with breathtaking garden and lakefront views; and the Charles Allis, a stunning 1911 English Tudor. Both offer truly unique spaces for wedding ceremonies, photography and receptions.
Amenities + details
Handicap Accessible
Indoor Event Space
Reception Area
Covered Outdoors Space
Dressing Room
Liability Insurance
On-Site Accommodations
Outdoor Event Space
Wireless Internet
Guest Capacity
- Up to 200
Settings
- Ballroom
- Beach
- Waterfront
- Historic Venue
- Museum
Venue Service Offerings
- Rentals & Equipment
Reviews
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4.5
out of 5.016 reviews
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I have been trying to review villa terrace/noble catering and events four times on Google, but they have deleted it four times. See screenshots for evidence/proof. As you can see on incognito screenshot tab, my review does not show up under "newest" filter. On the non-incognito/normal Google tab, it shows up because i'm logged into my gmail account that I posted from so it pulls it to the top - but to the general population/public (aka from the incognito tab) it doesn't show; therefore, it's deleted on google. Additionally, when my friends search for my review, it doesn't pop up on their end. Anyone considering a wedding at villa terrace/noble needs to know how terrible this experience was. It's just not worth the money or stress.
My review: I have been planning my wedding since September 2022. It was in May 24, 2025. I got an email January 2025 with zero warning that there is a new management company and they would be taking over my wedding. Since January 2025, it has been a nightmare working with the new company, Noble Events and Catering, specifically Trista. As the days got closer to my wedding, communication with me was horrific. She gave me the bare minimum information, didn't offer potential solutions, was not flexible at all and didn't give details or clear communication about venue limitations. The rehearsal was terrible. Trista never introduced herself to me (the bride) or anyone in my bridal party. She kept popping her head in and out of our rehearsal space but never once spoke to me or said anything. One of the biggest headaches (trust me there were many) out of the 18229392 ones we encountered was the number of people allowed to come and chair count. My contract says 120 SEATED GUESTS, 135 standing reception, fire code 135 people maximum. I had 118 adults who needed seats, two days before the wedding (and about 6 months after I told them I had a string quartet coming) they said they had to pull four chairs from my guest chairs of 120 and that we couldn't bring our own chairs. The day of the wedding was even more terrible. They booked a photoshoot from 1-2 pm at the villa and the couple who had photos taken were 6 feet away from me during my first look. I cried before pictures with my bridal party because the couple wouldn't leave and Trista wouldn't do anything or enforce the other couples end time at 2 pm. Trista was no where to be found, my florists, quartet and wedding planner had to fend for themselves and set up on their own. The first floor toilet was clogged, so my mother in law had to find a plunger. The toilet paper was out so my guests had to use period pads to wipe. One hour later, my wedding planner found Trista and she was sitting on her phone scrolling in the back room instead of putting out these fires. Lastly, the director of the building was sitting at the front desk the whole time this was all happening. My bridal party went up to him asking for any semblance of help, and he responded "I don't do weddings." If Noble events replies to this review and says none of this happened, I have receipts and screenshots of this debacle because everyone considering having a wedding there deserves to know how terrible it has been working with Trista/Noble Events.
I had picked out Villa Terrace years ago in my head as I drove by it living in Milwaukee and it's so stunning even from the road by the lake. Once you see it up close, it only gets better. I felt like Megan and the staff were helpful and responsive during the 2 years we were planning (as we were COVID delayed). We had guests from all over the country and everyone RAVED about the location and how beautiful and historical it was. Between the courtyard, the ballroom, the terrace and the spaces upstairs the bridesmaids can hang and the bride can get dressed (only one large bathroom, so bridesmaids need to get dressed before -- not an issue for us) there are so many good nooks and crannies to hang out or take pics. We decided to change up where guests would eat last minute (given weather) and the venue was super accommodating. Many of our guests also checked out the gardens after the ceremony (as we had our wedding and our reception here). I can't wait to see the professional photographs, as even just the ones the guests took were stunning. Lots of our guests had never seen Lake Michigan and they said it looked like we were at Lake Como in Italy or something equally exotic. It's a show stopper of a place and I felt like it was a great fit for me wanting a "destination wedding" and the groom wanting a smaller, family wedding. I could not recommend it more -- it's just a "wow" place. I had 2 years to change my mind or second guess my decision and I never did, not even for a second. Also, as a heads up, there's another listing on The Knot for just Villa Terrace that has additional more recent reviews, but I believe this is the official one.
WOW! Having planned my daughters wedding for the past year and worried about pretty much everything the Villa Terrace was amazing! We had our daughters ceremony and wedding there! We lucked out on weather!!! Sept. 9th 6pm ceremony and reception to follow! Beautiful night! We ordered heaters a few days before since most of our guest would be sitting out on the deck eating after 8pm. We added hanging lights above too! The staff was very nice and Robyn was very helpful and always available with last minute questions. It was a fairy-tail wedding!
We had our wedding ceremony at Villa Terrace Art Museum. The building is BEAUTIFUL and our pictures from the ceremony look breathtaking. I am giving a lower rating, as the staff were not very helpful. I'd definitely recommend booking this venue, but I would recommend that you have someone else on the day of to help.
If you are looking for a unique backdrop and stunning views, Villa Terrace is the place to be! We held our ceremony in November, in their main room facing the mantle place. The guests could not get over the views, the architecture and the courtyard...really it was amazing! There are many different rooms at the Terrace that made it easy for the guys to get ready and the ladies to get ready without seeing each other. Afterwards we were able to take photos on the terrace, on the garden below and a group photo of everyone who attend in the courtyard. Seriously, a venue to remember!
Gorgeous venue! We have gotten so many compliments from all of our guests. Even my husband's 94 year old grandmother is still raving about Villa Terrace. Abby was very accommodating from the beginning and was willing to work with us. Everything was fantastic and we are so very grateful to her and the rest of the crew at Villa Terrace for helping to make our day the best day of our lives! My husband and I would highly recommend getting married here at this beautiful and one of a kind venue!
We held our ceremony at the Charles Allis Museum, and were totally pleased with it. I was desperate to find a unique venue in which we could have JUST the ceremony, as our reception was booked elsewhere and we wanted the ceremony to be held during daylight for picture purposes, and Charles Allis really worked out great. We were able to secure the Great Hall for a three hour time period for a very reasonable fee, since it was "off season." I really loved that the Museum remained open after the ceremony for guests to explore (and it cut down on the two hour gap we had between ceremony and reception too!). Bethany was easy to work with, although initially a little difficult to get a hold of. She while not always fast about it, she always returned my emails in a courteous manner. The venue coordinator who attended our rehearsal and was there for the ceremony was very kind as well; he even brought up water for the bridal party before the ceremony while we were "hiding" upstairs. Our photos on the stairs are so pretty with the big picture window shining light through and I'm more than happy with the service and space the Charles Allis Museum provided.
This place is the ultimate place to ever want to plan their wedding.
If you are looking for a venue to hold your ceremony and/or your reception, you must consider this place. It is an old mansion that was converted into an art museum and some of the pieces date back 2000 years ago! There is a renaissance aura inside and out that adds the its uniqueness. The staff is very accomodating and helpful as well. Please go and take a look for yourself. I promise you will not be disappointed.
THis place speaks for its self - just take a look - its stunning and great for pictures! Our 8-18-12 wedding guests were in awe of this place. ONe of the best places in WI to get married hands down. But, beware of nickle and diming for extras like using the piano. They did agree to wave the 100 fee becuase we would only use it for one song. Also, the strings holding the terrace doors open were less than to be disired and they refused to replace - so we had our ushers open/close those doors so the rope wouldn't be in our photos. But other than that, Love this place its gorgous!!
We loved our venue. Our guests are still raving about it. It was absolutely beautiful!
It was raining on and off the day of my wedding and I planned on having my ceremony outside on the terrace. The staff agreed to wait to the very last minute to set up so I was able to have my dream ceremony outside overlooking the lake.
This museum is a lovely setting for a wedding ceremony. I had access to a large room upstairs to get ready complete with giant mirror. We had beautiful pictures taken on the marble staircase after the ceremony, as well as in the garden. The only thing I wish I would have realized in retrospect is how bare the ceremony space is. You definitely need to bring in as many flowers, arches, etc to make the room look ceremonial. My pictures show how bare the room really is.
Everyone was impressed with this venue. The people working there are very helpful. The only drawback is the price to rent the venue.
Just check out the photographs of the Villa Terrace, and you'll know this is the perfect location for your wedding ceremony.
From the moment I saw it, I fell it love. The view you and your guests will have why reciting your vows is Lake Michigan. The gardens below are the perfect location for some of the most beautiful photographs.
The building is a Mediterranean style home, designed for a couple and their children. It has since been turned into a museum. I has the old home feel, while being completely kept up.
Simply perfect.
We held our wedding ceremony at the beautiful Charles Allis Art Museum. Their staff was so helpful throughout the rehearsal and the day of the wedding! They guided the bridal party and families through the process, which was very much appreciated. The Charles Allis is such a beautiful, unique and historic venue...it truly was the PERFECT place for our ceremony. Our guests are still commenting on how much they enjoyed the ceremony venue and how they loved being able to tour the house after the ceremony. Parking is a bit of a challenge, but our guests made it work and I didn't hear one complaint. Our photographer loved working at the Charles Allis as well--our photos turned out amazing as the house has SO much gorgeous detail! Highly recommend this venue!
Contact
1801 North Prospect Ave., Milwaukee, WI
Charles Allis & Villa Terrace Art Museums