5.0
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Such a beautiful venue!! The Indiana Landmarks event staff were wonderful to work with! They made sure our wedding day was special and unique. The venue is breathtaking and complimented our day so well. The staff were extremely helpful in making sure we maximized the space and made it our own. I can’t recommend Indiana Landmarks enough. We have gotten so many compliments on the space. You can’t go wrong!
Emily M.
5.0
I was very pleased with working with the team at the Indiana Landmark!
We absolutely love this venue and we are so glad we chose it for our wedding day!
It was a pleasure working with Tara and April through out my wedding planning process. We worked extremely well together and my planning expertise helped the process of working with them! It was smooth sailing from the day we booked the venue all the way up until the rehearsal and day of!
I am so glad I got to work with this wonderful team and I look forward to booking some of my own clients there in the future!
Thank you so much again!
Ashley S.
5.0
AWARD WINNER
Thanks to recommendations from couples on The Knot
Indiana Landmarks Center is a historic wedding venue defined by timeless character and unique design in Indianapolis, IN. Couples love the warm and stylish interior, which will leave a lasting impression. With separate spaces for the ceremony and reception, the venue offers a truly unique backdrop for weddings and events. Dating back to 1892, the Grand Hall invites couples to celebrate their special moment with a walk down the aisle. Cook Theater offers a separate reception hall featuring a two-story, wood-clad ceiling and a dramatic chandelier. Located centrally in Indianapolis, it is a convenient downtown venue nestled in the historic Old Northside neighborhood with a dedicated parking lot.
Say “I do” at the Indiana Landmarks Center and take part in the rich history of the state. The organization behind the historic venue has dedicated itself to preserving Indiana’s architectural gems for future generations. This iconic venue was once upon a time the Central Avenue United Methodist Church. Your guests will be impressed by its scale, grandeur, and distinct design that sets it apart from other venues. The hall is an open and welcoming space that takes the form of a large dome. For history buffs, the center is a fantastic choice, and it still retains many of its original fixtures. These include eye-catching stained glass windows set in modern arches, and a striking organ. Steps away, the Cook Theater awaits your reception. Its vaulted wood-paneled ceilings, walls, and unique shape create a one-of-a-kind backdrop for hosting parties and receptions.
Indiana Landmarks Center has hosted countless weddings, and the venue is supported by professional events staff. They can help you plan your big day and provide access to audiovisual equipment. There is even a stage in the Cook Theater, and a Steinway piano available for the use of performers. With the venue’s preferred catering list, you can relax and save time by choosing from a curated selection of the city’s best culinary options. The catering staff also takes care of the setup and cleanup, allowing you to relax and enjoy time with your loved ones.
15+ years in business
Speaks English
Small team (2-10 members)
Amenities + details
Amenities
Ceremony Area
Dressing Room
Handicap Accessible
Indoor Event Space
Outdoor Event Space
Reception Area
Wireless Internet
Ceremony Types
Civil Union
Commitment Ceremony
Elopement
Interfaith Ceremony
Non-Religious Ceremony
Religious Ceremony
Second Wedding
Vow Renewal Ceremony
Settings
Ballroom
Historic Venue
Venue Service Offerings
Service Staff
Awards and Affiliations
2022 'Best of Weddings'
Best of Weddings
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Indiana Landmarks is a beautiful, timeless, and intimate wedding venue with versatile spaces that flow well for ceremonies, cocktail hours, and receptions. The staff are communicative, professional, and accommodating, helping couples maximize the space and ease planning. Highly recommended.Review photos
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Alexis L
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5.0
1/15/2024
The most gorgeous place for a wedding!!! - We were married in November of 2023 at Indiana Landmarks and have received nothing but compliments and praises about our venue selection...
. Indiana Landmarks Center provided a timeless backdrop to our fall wedding and the event spaces flowed perfectly together. We had our ceremony in the Grand Hall - which is just dreamy! Our cocktail hour and reception followed in the Boardroom and theatre spaces. Annie & Tara were amazing to work with during wedding planning and on wedding day! They worked very well with all of our vendors to ensure our day was amazing! If you are looking for a timeless, beautiful, and elegant wedding venue - THIS IS IT!!!!
Response from Indiana Landmarks Center on 01/19/2024
It was an absolute delight to have your wedding at our venue! Thanks for sharing the grea...
t photos! We love the picture of you and Grant sitting in our Grand Hall in front of the stained glass windows. It was a great celebration that had your guests dancing to the very end, with blinky lights and tambourines!
Many thanks for including us in your very special day!
Tara and Annie
Emily M
5.0
11/01/2024
Such a beautiful venue!! The Indiana Landmarks event staff were wonderful to work with! They made sure our wedding day was special and unique. The venue is breathtaking and complim...
ented our day so well. The staff were extremely helpful in making sure we maximized the space and made it our own. I can’t recommend Indiana Landmarks enough. We have gotten so many compliments on the space. You can’t go wrong!
Response from Indiana Landmarks Center on 12/04/2024
It was truly our pleasure! We loved working with you and Jared and seeing your beautiful ...
event come to life! Your display of wedding dresses from other family members' wedding days was so very special and left a lasting impression with everyone. Many thanks & wishing you both a lifetime of happiness & love!
Any questions?
Ashley S
5.0
7/31/2024
I was very pleased with working with the team at the Indiana Landmark!
We absolutely love this venue and we are so glad we chose it for our wedding day!
It was a pleasure working w...
ith Tara and April through out my wedding planning process. We worked extremely well together and my planning expertise helped the process of working with them! It was smooth sailing from the day we booked the venue all the way up until the rehearsal and day of!
I am so glad I got to work with this wonderful team and I look forward to booking some of my own clients there in the future!
Thank you so much again!
Response from Indiana Landmarks Center on 11/04/2024
We were delighted to be your special venue! Your wedding event was so colorful and fun. W...
e loved that your grand entrance started on our Mezzanine level then worked your way down to the Main Floor to join your guests. All eyes were on these beautiful and happy newlyweds from start to finish! Truly a moment we'll never forget! We all enjoyed working with you and many thanks for including us!
Angie C
5.0
7/09/2024
We loved getting married at Morris-Butler house! It is a beautiful, intimate venue. Annie and Rachel were easy to communicate with and made sure everything was just perfect for ou...
r special day. They went above and beyond to accommodate all of our needs. I would use this venue again!
Response from Indiana Landmarks Center on 11/04/2024
It was truly our pleasure to be included in such a special ceremony! Our Morris Butler Ho...
use is wonderful for the intimate setting needed for your wedding day. Many thanks for including us and wishing you much happiness as Mr. & Mrs!
Josie K
5.0
12/05/2023
I can't say enough good things about having our wedding reception at Indiana Landmarks - Cook Theater! Tara, Annie, and the team were beyond kind, communicative, professional, and ...
accommodating every step of the way. As a nervous bride, they made me feel so at ease with everything. 10000/10 recommend having your event here!
Response from Indiana Landmarks Center on 01/11/2024
It was truly our pleasure working with you and Slava on your special day! Your colors wer...
e so bright and beautiful- it was such a great night! Many thanks for the review-The Special Events Team
Megan B
5.0
6/26/2023
The staff at Indiana Landmarks were so amazing and helpful. We had a beautiful wedding, and an amazing time! The advice given to us by the event coordinators, and the clarity withi...
n each conversation we had was incredibly helpful. If I could give them more stars, I would!
Response from Indiana Landmarks Center on 06/30/2023
Thank you Megan! We were truly delighted to have you and Ethan here for your incredibly s...
pecial day! We loved the artwork on the lanterns! Such a great group of friends and family surrounding you on this wonderful day! So much fun for all in attendance!
Kavitha D
5.0
5/31/2023
We had ~170 people at our Indian / American wedding ceremony and reception at Indiana Landmarks in October 2022. I cannot say enough good things about this venue! Our ceremonies to...
ok place in the Grand Hall, and our reception took place in the venue's Theater room. Both areas are GORGEOUS and really emulate the vintage / historic vibes we were going for. The historic architecture is gorgeous - from the high ceilings, organs, large chandelier, wooden balcony: it was everything and more!
The theater area (reception) has 2 levels to it, and I'd say any wedding with over 125-150 people, you'll need to utilize the 2nd floor for additional seating and possibly the stage, but that worked out great for us because we put guests who didn't want to be around the loud music up top and they were happier. We were able to add a 360 video booth on the 2nd floor and bar, so they still felt included and could stand at the balcony to overlook the dance floor! Our reception utilized a combo of rectangular and circular tables, and had space for a large dance floor too. It was wonderful.
Not only is the venue gorgeous, but it's right near downtown, ample parking, can take great photos around the beautiful architecture, supports Indianapolis historic conservation, and the staff is so friendly! Tara ended up snapping some photos of us from their office and mailed us a handwritten card with these pictures. It was so personalized, and made me appreciate this gem of a venue so much more!
Response from Indiana Landmarks Center on 06/16/2023
What a beautiful and special event this was! We were truly honored to be included in such...
a wonderful event. This day included 4 separate events-2 ceremonies (Indian and Christian), a lunch buffet and the main reception. It was also the first time we had a mandap on our Grand Hall stage. It was truly our pleasure to work with you and Ted, and great to see such a lovely event come to life! Thanks again for including us and creating such last memories for all. Congratulations once again to you both!
Kira T
5.0
4/17/2023
We got married at the Morris Butler house. It is hard to find a venue that is small enough for an intimate wedding and reception but still beautiful and unique. Morris Butler is ju...
st that! Tara was wonderful to work with, and we loved everything about our day!
Response from Indiana Landmarks Center on 04/18/2023
It was such a delight to be part of a very special day for you and Devin! We loved your de...
corations that went perfectly with the house's interior designs. Thanks again for including us and congratulations once again to you both!
Elizabeth S
5.0
12/16/2022
We absolutely loved having our wedding at this venue. Not only is it gorgeous but the ease of having the ceremony and reception at the same venue but in different spaces was perfec...
t. Our wedding was in December and the venue had beautiful winter decorations in place. Tara and Mary were both incredibly helpful.
Response from Indiana Landmarks Center on 12/18/2022
It was truly our pleasure to have you and Collin here celebrating with your family and fri...
ends! Thank you for hosting your very beautiful winter wedding event at our venue!
Rachel B
5.0
11/17/2022
Beautiful perfect venue! We had our ceremony and reception here with 180 guests. We got so many compliments on the venue and pictures came out great. They have cute bride and groom...
ready rooms, a huge ceremony room and intimate reception room. We did our first dance with everyone watching from the mezzanine.
Response from Indiana Landmarks Center on 11/18/2022
Many thanks, Rachel! It was truly a beautiful event, and we loved how you staged your fir...
st dance, too, making it extra special! We even had snow to add to the wedding magic! Congratulations to you and Will!
Kara C
5.0
10/11/2022
THIS VENUE WAS AMAZING! Venue coordinators were so helpful, the space was beautiful, and it was easy to have our ceremony and reception in this great space. They have prep rooms fo...
r both the girls and guys as well as allow access to the property of the historic home behind the main venue. The only thing I warn is that they partner with specific caterers and this can come at a decent price. This partnership makes things go smoothly and maintains a high standard but it’s not what everyone is looking for. I would recommend this place whole heartedly and would host another event here in a heartbeat! Not to mention it supports a great non-profit!
Response from Indiana Landmarks Center on 10/20/2022
We were so delighted to be a part of you and Abhi's big day! Thank you for including us a...
nd so happy to have you both here, your families and friends here to celebrate and preserve your moment! Congratulations once again, dear newlyweds!
Cory G
5.0
12/28/2021
If you're looking for a venue that has history, charm, and the friendliest staff, look no further than Indiana Landmarks Center and their other locations. We had our rehearsal dinn...
er at the Morris Butler House, and we couldn't have asked for a better event. If our guest count for our wedding was smaller, we would have chosen the Morris Butler House for our big day. It is conveniently located in Indianapolis, parking is no issue, and the history behind this place is amazing. Everyone at our rehearsal dinner was in awe of the venue. Tara went above and beyond to make sure we had everything we needed for a memorable time. We were surprised and grateful by the accommodations that were offered to us. If you're not looking for another rustic or industrial wedding venue and want something truly unique and historic like we were looking for, you have to start your search with Indiana Landmarks Center.
Response from Indiana Landmarks Center on 01/10/2022
Thanks Cory! We loved having you both here with your family and friends at Morris Butler ...
House for your rehearsal dinner. Congratulations to you once again!
Megan P
5.0
12/21/2021
I could not recommend this beautiful venue, amazing location, incredibly helpful staff enough! Tara listened to my vision and made my dream wedding come to life. The ceremony and r...
eception space are second to none in beauty, and it was so convenient to get to for our out of town guests staying Downtown. I am so happy to have had my big day there.
Response from Indiana Landmarks Center on 12/22/2021
Thanks, Megan! We were so delighted to be a part of your very special winter Christmas wed...
ding! It was truly a pleasure working with you and your dynamic team of helpers!
Stacy G
5.0
11/22/2021
Indiana Landmarks is a historic venue that has a lot of meeting to my now husband and me! We had a wonderful experience working with Mary from our very first visit and after the we...
dding. She was very responsive, very willing to allow us to visit multiple times, and was very flexible and helpful. She was also able to recommend a couple of vendors to us that we ended up going with!
We had the wedding of our dreams, and even though Landmarks was meaningful to us before, it holds an even more special place in our hearts now!
Response from Indiana Landmarks Center on 10/11/2022
We were truly so delighted to have you and Damon include us in your special day! Your wedd...
ing event is still one of our absolute favorites! We also loved that you provided your guests with ice cream from the Round Barn Creamery as a late night treat! Cheers to you both and many, many thanks! Mary and Tara
Ron P
5.0
11/11/2021
With an out-of-town bride, we parents were given some freedom in narrowing down a venue. Indiana Landmarks Center was a perfect choice! Professional staff Mary and Tara assisted in...
making plans a breeze! The venue is magical, making our event forever memorable! We look forward to finding another reason to celebrate at ILC!
Response from Indiana Landmarks Center on 11/12/2021
Many thanks to you and Gloria for all your coordination and planning for this wedding even...
t! It was such a lovely event and truly a pleasure to be a part of the team to make it all happen! We hope to have you back for another celebration. Thanks again!
Rachel M
5.0
11/01/2021
We had an amazing time at Indiana Landmarks for our wedding. First of all the architecture is beautiful (great for pictures and unique).
All the staff especially, Tara were amazin...
g! So helpful throughout the whole process. Easily accessible for any questions! They made the day go very smoothly, helped with a timeline and made it easy for our vendors. Even in the time of Covid they updated as much as they could for any new updates (very much appreciated). It was a great venue that can hold a great amount of people and was comfortable and has a balcony which our guests loved as you have a bird's eye view. Beautiful outdoor photo spots with gorgeous doors and stain glass. And inside the chapel is gorgeous for pictures as well
Also, extra bonus, loved that we were the the only wedding for the whole day for the whole place, that felt very special. I think for being downtown Indy, it was better pricing for venue and catering. Plus good parking!
Great location for being close to Mass ave and down the street is a little park for more photo spots. Overall, the staff were great and so helpful, and just gorgeous venue to have your special day. Highly recommend for anyone looking for a wedding!!!
Response from Indiana Landmarks Center on 11/04/2021
Thanks, Rachel! We were truly delighted to have you and Wesley here for your incredibly sp...
ecial day! You both were so active and engaged with your guests the entire evening. I think I even saw you lead a conga line with your guests on the 2nd floor Mezzanine/Balcony! A fun event for all in attendance!
Yvonne D
5.0
1/29/2021
Absolutely gorgeous venue. Staff was incredibly helpful and even with Covid the wedding was all we could have asked for. Staff was incredibly helpful and kind. The perfect day.
Response from Indiana Landmarks Center on 02/25/2021
Thanks, Yvonne! We were so delighted to be a part of Sarah & Devin's special day! It was...
truly a beautiful winter wedding . We loved all the unique holiday elements that the couple had included, from ceremony to reception. that just made everything extra special!
Elloree W
5.0
11/23/2020
I worked with Tara at Indiana Landmarks Center for my October 2020 wedding. We chose ILC for our ceremony and reception due to the fact that there are two separate main event space...
s, The Grand Hall and Cook Theater, that we could use to our needs. ILC also had their own parking lot and an elevator to get to the second floor mezzanine which are both hard to come by in a downtown historic venue. When we had to postpone our original May wedding due to Covid, Tara was a pleasure to work with when searching for a new date. She was easily accessible by phone and email and was so flexible with us when our guest count was continuously changing with the government restrictions. Tara, Maureen and Alan were all present on our wedding day and we can’t thank them enough for their hard work in making a beautiful wedding happen during a pandemic! I would highly recommend ILC for events as the team is great to work with, and the space is just beautiful with so many options for fitting small to large groups of people safely.
Response from Indiana Landmarks Center on 12/07/2020
Thanks for the review, Elloree! We all truly enjoyed working with you and Matthew on your...
special event--from the original walk through in spring, then again in September and to the new event date. Thank you for your readiness to adapt as we all worked through the changes and revisions in this challenging time.
melissa b
5.0
11/10/2020
We had our wedding last month at the landmarks center and I am so happy we did. Tara and Maureen were so nice to work with. We got so many compliments about how amazing the venue i...
s and how nice the staff was. I would recommend working with Tara and Maureen at the landmarks center to friends and family 100%. Thank you both for helping me have the best day.
Response from Indiana Landmarks Center on 12/02/2020
It was truly our pleasure working with you and Jeff on your special day! We are delighte...
d that you and all your guests felt so much at ease while at Indiana Landmarks Center. A beautiful fall wedding day from start to finish. We loved seeing your stunning photos, too! Many thanks for the review-The Special Events Team
Tiffany P
5.0
11/05/2020
My husband held our ceremony at The Morris Butler House, which is historic house that is part of Indiana Landmarks- directly behind the main building. It is a gorgeous, unique spac...
e that is perfect for an intimate ceremony or a small reception. You have outdoor or indoor options, which are both lovely. We held our ceremony inside to take full advantage of the historic house and all its uniqueness. My husband and I always knew we would have an intimate ceremony and we knew we wanted to have it at a place that felt different and special to us and The Morris Butler House was exactly that. It's so beautiful with wonderful photo opportunities. The main rooms are grand and there are bedrooms upstairs for the bridal party and groomsmen to get ready. Given that we got married during the time of COVID there some hiccups but Tara, the events manager, was always happy to help. And really for such a strange time it couldn't have been any better. So if you are looking for an affordable, special, unique, and beautiful location for a smaller wedding we definitely recommend the Morris Butler House!
Ashleigh C
5.0
11/06/2019
I stumbled across this venue after much searching. I was looking for a beautiful, elegant venue (although the reception area can definitely be turned into a rustic theme) that was ...
not over the top expensive, and also did not require brides to sign with their one caterer option. This venue offered many caterers to choose from (I chose MBP and loved them also). A problem I ran into with other venues of not having a big enough ceremony area to fit my guest count (250 initially), Indiana Landmarks did not have this problem at all. The Grand Hall is very spacious and of course gorgeous and grand. They had a switch toward the end of my wedding planning with their event coordinator. I was nervous about this switch because Alyssa was awesome and always got back to my emails or phone calls which is more than I can say of most of my other vendors. However, Samantha who took her place did a phenomenal job. Leading up to the bid day, I did a final walkthrough with Samantha and my day of coordinator. Samantha was there during the rehearsal and was there the day of the wedding from start to clean up. Samantha always responded to every email and phone call in a timely manner. She did an awesome job and I even found out things that Alyssa did not previously tell me, such as I could display a couple of photos on the tv for guests to see and make my own signs directing guests to fit my theme instead of using theirs. I will say they are strict on items that can be used on the grounds, but I understand as this is a historical building. For example, I wanted to use sky lanterns during my send-off and because of the no open flame rule that was a no go. I adjusted and used glow sticks instead. We even received our deposit back (yay!) I have heard too many stories of venues coming up with various reasonings why they have to keep the bride and grooms’ deposit. This venue was an absolute dream and guests were in awe. It was everything I could have over hoped it would be.
Jessica M
5.0
2/24/2019
We are so thankful that we found Indiana Landmarks! This is the most beautiful and affordable venue I've seen. Our ceremony was located in Grand Hall which looks like a beautiful t...
heater and a church combined! The stained glass and custom lighting is stunning during any time of the day. Our favorite part of Grand Hall is the newly restored Pipe Organ! The pipes make a timeless, stunning backdrop. We didn't have to decorate the stage at all! They have a small table that we borrowed for our unity set and any other small details, they were happy to assist with. They have a room in which the bridal party can wait in. It's smaller so I wouldn't suggest getting ready here, but it was perfect to wait in while our guests were arriving. Our reception was held in the adjoining room, Cook Theater. You have to see it to appreciate how amazing it is! 2 stories, your guests can look over the balcony and watch people dancing below. The mezzanine upstairs was perfect for our photobooth, cocktail hour and just a nice quieter space for guests who needed to take a break. Downstairs, they have their own kitchen on site which was valuable to our caterer. They have a small room off to the side which hosted the bar and buffet line. We had our head table on the stage which was so much fun! We could look out and see all of our guests.
Our venue site coordinator was always prompt in returning my emails and was VERY sweet and accommodating! Any time we had a meeting, she was always right there by the entry door waiting for our arrival. I could go on and on but the point is, I've coordinated many weddings in the past and I was so blessed to have come across this amazing venue for my own special day. Thanks to Sari, Alyssa and Alan for our perfect day!!!
Molly S
5.0
9/22/2018
We could not have asked for a more beautiful setting for our reception. My (now) husband and I were researching reception venues and came across the Landmarks and we could not have...
fell more in love with the atmosphere and the beautiful location of the building. It is set in the old north side neighborhood of Indianapolis and the outside garden made for wonderful pictures. Alyssa was welcoming and friendly through the whole process of planning our day and Sari was great with any questions or concerns (which we had none!) during the event itself. I can not rave more about this beautiful venue and staff!
Amy C
5.0
6/26/2018
The decision to get married at the Landmark Center was non-negotiable as my parents and grandparents were both married there when it was the church. I was worried about not having ...
a wedding coordinator, but Sari made sure that everything went smooth, guests knew where to go, and assisted with the set up and tear down of everything. The grand hall is gorgeous and the restored organ was perfect. We used Chuck Goehring who the Landmark Center recommended for an organist. He also gets 5 stars. Multiple guests (like, many) came up to me throughout the night talking about how gorgeous the space was and how it was a hidden gem they had never heard about. I'm still beaming about the whole experience!
Kyle A
5.0
12/22/2017
Indiana Landmarks was a fantastic venue; their staff worked with us to ensure a smooth event and the facilities themselves are stunning! We had more music and tech involved in our ...
wedding and reception than many, so I want to particularly call out the tech and sound engineer we worked with: he did a stellar job handling all of our requests. As I mentioned before, the building is gorgeous and made for some really beautiful wedding photos. We couldn’t have asked for a better place!
Lynsey S
5.0
10/26/2016
Not enough good things to say about this venue. This was the last place that we looked at after a month of searching! We wanted a venue that was unique (not a reception hall), had ...
stained glass, and brick. I'm not sure how it took us so long to find Landmarks. The space is gorgeous. We loved that we wouldn't have to worry too much about how many people RSVP-ed because the church and reception area work well for large and small groups. We also loved that there was free parking and that everything could be in the same location - and so close to downtown. Our cocktail hour was supposed to be outside, but the weather was drizzly so it was in the basement - which is an art gallery. It was great to have a backup plan that didn't involve using the reception space for the cocktail hour. The hall for the church is so beautiful around dusk with light coming in through the stained glass. The staff was easy to work with - very knowledgeable and helpful in answering our questions. The area surrounding the venue is also great for pictures - old, Victorian homes and tree-lined streets. We have heard nothing but compliments about the venue.
Sandy M
5.0
8/11/2015
Let me preface this review by saying I did a LOT of research when it came to ceremony and reception venues. I knew I wanted a venue that was classic and historic, could house about...
200+ guests for both ceremony and reception, in a convenient location that showcased the city I love. I looked at some of the more popular venues (i.e. Laurel Hall, the Lilly mansion, the Sanctuary on Penn, etc.) but nothing really "spoke" to me...plus, my heart was still set on a beautiful church wedding.
I was losing hope that I could find everything I wanted, until I stumbled on an online comment to a venue I was looking at that mentioned the Indiana Landmarks Center. I had always passed it on my way to work downtown, thinking it was just a beautiful old church rather than an event space. At the time, the ILC was operating mostly on word of mouth and no advertising--it had been renovated by the Cook family just two or so years before I toured it with the on-site events coordinator. I was overwhelmed by its beauty inside and outside, from the gorgeous brick parking lot, to the lush outside patio, to the impressive chapel (with the original, refurbished pipe organ and Steinway piano!), the getting ready rooms and the gleaming theater/reception space. I couldn't believe that all were included at such a reasonable price! My fiance--also very picky--toured it and said he was impressed with my research. We booked it that day.
Over the 13 months of my planning and engagement, the on-site coordinator was patient with all of my questions and requests, honored multiple tours with vendors, and even helped me with some of the planning. Staff members were always pleasant, professional and went above and beyond (so I never worried about the day).
We just had our wedding and reception there this past weekend and it was perfect. All of our guests kept commenting on how impressed they were with the venue. There was ample parking, lots of room for guests to mill about, and the vendor arrangement was seamless with the help of Lorna.
I couldn't imagine a better venue and a better day. I've read horror stories about other venues, but I don't have one negative thing to say about the ILC! I'm sure as more and more people discover this place, the ILC will have a lot more weddings on their hands :)
Jennifer P
5.0
7/05/2015
We had our wedding at the Indiana Landmarks Center and it was absolutely wonderful. As soon as we walked in we knew we wanted to use them and we are so glad we did.
The buildin...
g was an old church that was recently renovated into an event space, so it still looks a lot like a church with pews and stained glass. We had the wedding ceremony in what used to be the chapel and then connected to that is a big reception space which was perfect for us.
I can't describe how absolutely beautiful this building is -- take a look at the pictures online. Everyone that attended keeps telling us how much they loved the venue.
We worked with Caitlin who made everything very easy for us. She was great. I highly recommend using Indiana Landmarks Center.
Kylie R
5.0
6/13/2013
We had our wedding at the Indiana Landmarks Center in May and it was spectacular! It's a truly beautiful venue both in the ceremony hall and reception hall. We had a cocktail hour ...
out on the patio as well which was great! The reception hall allows for guests to be down on the dance floor or up watching with a great view from the balcony! We couldn't have been happier with our choice of venue and heard so many compliments from guests!
Nicole J
5.0
11/12/2012
My fiancee and I sort of stumbled upon the Indiana Landmark Center and what a great find it was! It is an old methodist church that has been renovated and it is absolutely beautifu...
l. Pictures don't do it justice - you MUST see in person. Once we toured, I knew we had to get married there!
The ceremony was perfect and the wedding coordinator there, Caitlin, was AWESOME! She is very down to earth and really worked with us to make sure our day was great.
We had toured several churches and other venues around the city but we were learning that you had to be members at most churches to get married there or they cost over $2000 which was WAY out of our price range! I always wanted to get married in a church and the Landmark Center really has the feel of a nice church. You can even customize your own lighting to match your wedding colors! It's so awesome.
There was a parking lot so our guests didn't have to worry about downtown parking hassles and there is also a really cute outdoor courtyard area where my bridal party and I did some pictures (which I can't wait to see, by the way!) There are also these amazing front doors that are HUGE (very traditional) where my now husband and I took photos too.
This venue is extremely close to downtown which is awesome for the rehearsal dinner the night before. We did not have our reception at the Landmark Center, but I know it would have been amazing if we did.
Do NOT overlook this spot just because it may not be as well known as some others. It's absolutely beautiful and affordable. Trust me, we were wedding planning for almost 2 years - I know just about every spot in and around the city!
Emily T
5.0
8/23/2012
We had our wedding ceremony and reception at Indiana Landmarks. It was so convenient to have both in the same building. The space is absolutely gorgeous, we hardly had to decorate ...
and there were so many places to take lovely photos! The Cook Theatre (where the reception was held) is two levels, which a lot of our guests enjoyed. We received countless compliments regarding Landmarks. Everything about it was perfect!
Windy S
5.0
3/12/2012
It's expensive, but completely worth it. The sanctuary is stunning with hand-painted restoration. And the reception hall was perfect - dark hard wood floor to ceiling and big windo...
ws to let in the moonlight.
Emily K
5.0
10/27/2011
We wanted a venue that was beautiful, warm, interesting and distinct. With all of that and smart, warm, welcoming people to boot - Indiana Landmarks Center was the perfect place fo...
r our wedding! We had so many people coming up to us throughout the night just to tell us how incredible the space was. It's the perfect venue for the whole shebang - we had our ceremony, cocktails, and reception there. Plenty of space to have a large or small wedding - but to make it feel intimate regardless of the number of people. They did an incredible job restoring the landmark and outfitting it with a bride and groom in mind. Plus, it's so close to downtown that it's incredibly convenient for your guests! Loved every minute of it.
Caleb J
5.0
9/21/2011
The Indiana Landmarks Center has been beautifully restored. We used the Great Hall and fully restored organ for our ceremony. It is truly a magnificent space. We also used the C...
ook Theater for our reception. Again this is a beautifully restored space and needs little in the way of decorations to make it lovely. Both the bride and groom getting ready spaces are nicely furnished and private. The bridal suite also has a single bathroom. The historic house behind the center is great for taking outdoor pictures.
Julie K
5.0
5/05/2011
The Indiana Landmarks Center is a newly-restored building that used to be a church. The old sanctuary, now used for weddings, performances, concerts and other events, is absolutely...
breathtaking. The Center has the benefit of feeling like a church without having the strict policies some churches have regarding membership/officiants. Another benefit is reception space within the building.
The building manager was extremely attentive to our needs during the planning period and on our wedding day.
I really can't say enough positive things about the facility. We booked it while it was in the middle of a huge renovation project but were able to see renderings of the planned result. Thankfully, it ended up looking more incredible than we could've ever imagined!
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