International Museum of Surgical Science
1524 N. Lake Shore Drive, Chicago, IL 60610
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312-642-6502
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Services: Ceremony & Reception Venue
Established: 1954
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About
The historic mansion at the International Museum of Surgical Science is a distinctive venue available for special events and tours.  Lectures, meetings, receptions, and dinners hosted at the Museum offer your guests an elegant setting, interesting exhibits, and breathtaking views of Lake Michigan.  Guests enter the Museum and are led up a guilded metal staircase to the main floor.  Italian marble floors, marble fireplaces, and 14-foot-high floor-to-ceiling windows are just some of the original interior finished that have been preserved.  One of the few remaining lakefront mansions, the building truly embodies the Gold Coast splendor of the late 19th century and is just minutes away from downtown Chicago.

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Frequently Asked Questions for Ceremony & Reception Venue
What service does your venue provide?
Ceremony, Reception, Rehearsal Dinner
 
What settings does your venue provide?
Indoor
 
Describe your venue:
Historic Site, Manor Home, Museum
 
Do you have onsite catering?
No
 
Do you allow outside catering?
Yes
 
Is there handicap access?
Yes
 
Are there any special characteristics about this venue such as scenery or architecture?
The museum offers a spectacular view of lake michigan, ornate fireplaces, 14-foot floor-to-ceiling windows, and Italian marble floors.
 
Do you offer any special services?
exclusive use of the museum's four floors of exhibits.
 
Do you rent other items such as linens, tables, or flatware?
The Museum can provide 3 six-foot tables, folding chairs, wireless microphone, a podium, a slide projector and screen, as well as 3 other tables located on the second floor.
 
Do you require clients to use a specific list of vendors?
No, we are happy to make vendor recomendations but you are welcome to bring in any vendor you like.
 
Can the client provide their own alcohol if desired?
Yes, provided the caterer meets insurance requirements and their staff serves the drinks.
 
Does your venue often accommodate more than one event at a time?
No, a reception has exclusive use of the museum during the event.
 
What is the maximum capacity of your venue?
100