The Howard

The Howard is a historic wedding venue located in Oshkosh, WI. This luxurious setting offers multiple refined spaces for your unforgettable wedding ceremony and reception. Architect Henry Auler designed The Howard in 1927, and the building was fully restored and reopened in 2018. Crafted in the Tudor Revival style, the mansion is listed on the National Register of Historic Places. Here, you'll find an opulent interior, boasting a vintage bowling alley, an imperial staircase, a private dining room, and an iconic concert hall and ballroom. You can host a celebration in all of the above, taking in the elegant feel of the property. On your big day, exchange vows on the stage in the ballroom, under an ornate ceiling complete with impressive chandeliers. For more intimate events, you can enjoy a reception dinner in the Great Hall, which features a vaulted wooden ceiling and an open floor plan. Return to the ballroom for an evening of dancing on the expansive, glossy wooden floor, with a spacious modern bar on-site. The bowling alley is also available for rental if you're planning a pre-wedding gathering or need a slightly more casual reception space. The Howard has an in-house chef who can prepare a formal or informal wedding menu full of delicious cuisine. Your wedding package here also includes table and chair rental, an event manager who will be on-site on the day, linens, china, glassware, and silverware. At this deluxe venue, the talented event staff aim to make your celebration as seamless as possible.