About This Vendor
Elegant and Intimate Setting at Wilder Mansion
Take a vivid step back in time as you host an event amongst the elegance of the 1800s with the latest in 21st century amenities and comforts. With over 9,000 square feet of rental space, Wilder Mansion can entertain up to 250 guests. Wilder Mansion is available seven days per week, with rental packages that include use of the entire Mansion or specific rooms. Four ballrooms are available with space to hold up to eight tables per room with overflow seating in adjoining rooms and lounges.
Amenities + Details
Dressing Room
Handicap Accessible
Indoor Event Space
Liability Insurance
Reception Area
Wireless Internet
On-Site Accommodations
Outdoor - Covered
Outdoor - Not Covered
Guest Capacity
Up to 250
Settings
Garden, Historic Venue, Park
Venue Service Offerings
Planning, Service Staff
Wilder Mansion Reviews
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Reviewed On 11/14/2018 by Melissa G
What can we say about Wilder Mansion that hasn't been said a thousand times? It is beautiful, charming and peaceful spot in Elmhurst! As a graduate of Elmhurst College, I fell in love with the area, and when we found Wilder Mansion was an opt...
Response from the Vendor on 11/14/2018
Thanks Melissa! We were honored to host your big day. Hope you've been enjoying the quiet time post-planning. Happy Holidays!
Reviewed On 6/11/2018 by Meagan M
I had my wedding here on 5/18/18. It was absolutely magical. I worked with Megan Dovido the whole year leading up to the wedding and felt 100% prepared. The even had the mansion prepped as backup in case it rained, given we had an outdoor weddi...
Response from the Vendor on 06/11/2018
Thanks for the great review Meagan! You were a WONDERFUL bride to work with, and we wish you the best in the future!
Reviewed On 10/07/2017 by Carrie A
The Wilder Mansion was the perfect setting for our 100 guest wedding! We did not want a hotel or ballroom type wedding, so the Mansion gave us an opportunity to have a unique setting for our special day. The garden was absolutely beautiful fo...
Response from the Vendor on 10/09/2017
Thanks for the awesome review Carrie! It was a pleasure hosting your special day!
Reviewed On 7/20/2017 by Becky M
Amazing staff and venue. If you are looking for a reasonable place to have an event Wilder Mansion is your place. Heather has expertise but listens to your ideas and helps support them.
Reviewed On 6/01/2017 by Alex P
My ceremony was held at Wilder Park on 5/27/17. From the planning to the day of, the staff were an absolute dream to work with. They are quick to answer any questions that arise. For the rehearsal and the day of, Dani was on site to guide us th...
Response from the Vendor on 06/02/2017
Thanks for the great review! It was a pleasure working with you as well! We hope the rest of your day went smoothly. Be sure to share any great photos with us- we love to see our happy couples!
Reviewed On 10/24/2016 by Lauren M
I absolutely loved working with the mansion staff. They are top notch, they thought of every detail, and they made us so comfortable. Our plans with another cenue fell through, and I can't help but be happy that they did. We had a perfect exper...
Reviewed On 11/11/2015 by Jess M
Booking Wilder Mansion for our wedding was definitely the easiest decision we made throughout the entire planning process. The mansion is beautiful both inside and out and the staff is so friendly and helpful.
Our reception was an extended c...
Reviewed On 10/18/2015 by Diana B
We absolutely loved having our wedding at Wilder Mansion! What a beautiful and unique venue. We wanted something a little more memorable and personal than a hotel banquet, and couldn't wait to go see Wilder Mansion. As soon as we saw it, we ...
Reviewed On 5/28/2014 by Leah S
The ladies at the Wilder Mansion were always prompt and helpful with every step and question I had along the way! It was a gorgeous venue and we were allowed to do pretty much any decorating idea we wanted.
Reviewed On 11/30/2012 by Tracy L
Wilder was an absolutely beautiful place, and we were able to make the space ours. It felt very personal. Megan and Heather were always responsive and helpful, and Heather was awesome on the day of, making sure everything was running smoothly...
Reviewed On 10/29/2012 by Jennifer G
Such an amazing venue! We had our ceremony outside in the garden and our reception inside the mansion. Absolutely beautiful and everyone loved it!
Reviewed On 6/25/2012 by Abby B
I went to a wedding here the summer before and changed my location 6 months before the date to the Mansion. The staff was amazing, and helped with every detail on my wedding day. I am so happy that we had our special day here!
Reviewed On 6/17/2012 by Alyssa O
This review is actually for the Wilder Park Formal Garden--not the mansion. However, there is no vendor for the garden, so I'll place my review here since it is in the same location and uses the same staff. Overall, I loved my wedding ceremony ...
Reviewed On 7/08/2011 by Tracy D
I had a fantastic experience with the Wilder Mansion! My ceremony was held in the Wadhams Room, and the reception was held on both floors of the mansion. The staff was extremely helpful and friendly (thanks Meagan and Heather!!!). My whole wedd...
Reviewed On 6/22/2011 by Laura S
The Wilder Mansion was a perfect place for my wedding. This mansion was big enough for my 300 guests. We had food set up in all different rooms and a bar on each floor. This allowed for our guests to walk around and mingle instead of sitting...
