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37 years in business

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Cheney Mansion provides a wedding venue for couples in the Chicago area. Located in the Frank Lloyd Wright Historic District, the mansion provides a garden setting for weddings and events.

Facilities and Capacity
The mansion offers reception rooms, a kitchen, and 2.2 acres of landscaping. The grounds feature a greenhouse, woodland walk, and waterfall that takes your wedding in the city to a lush garden setting. The various spaces can accommodate up to 175 guests for a memorable evening.

Services Offered
The wedding planners at Cheney Mansion are willing to work with couples to arrange the best setup for your day. The team will arrange your vendors, provide you with accommodations, and coordinate your wedding day timeline. A bridal suite, chairs, and tables are also available for your use. An outdoor tent is included from late spring to early fall.

For those looking for an intimate wedding for up to 50, our Petite Wedding package, available Sunday through Thursday, includes the venue, service staff, catering, and more for a flat fee of $7,000.

History
Designed by Charles E. White, an architect who worked under Frank Lloyd Wright, Cheney Mansion was built in 1913. Many of the building's traits are inspired by Wright’s work. Since construction, it has been passed down through family members and today hosts weddings on the beautiful grounds.

What You'll Love About Cheney Mansion

This venue has an option for both grand events and intimate settings with your closest. Couples have highlighted the charm of the venue along with the timeless feel, and this will provide the perfect backdrop for all your wedding photos.

Pricing information

Starting at $3,800 Starting at $3,200
Couples usually spend $15,000 Couples usually spend $15,000
Reception
$2,900 starting price
Ceremony
$1,200 starting price
Reception
$2,900 starting price
Ceremony
$1,200 starting price
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FAQ’s

Do you have a site fee for wedding receptions at your venue?

Yes

What is the starting site fee for wedding receptions during peak season?

$2,900

What is the starting site fee for wedding receptions during off-peak season?

$2,900

Do you have a site fee for wedding ceremonies at your venue?

Yes

What is the starting site fee for wedding ceremonies during peak season?

$1,200

What is the starting site fee for wedding ceremonies during off-peak season?

$1,200

Which of the following are included in starting site fee?

Bridal Suite
Chairs
Event Planning
Parking
Tables

Which of the following are included in the cost of wedding catering?

Server(s)

How many event spaces or rooms does your venue offer?

8

Describe your venue:

Historic Building
Mansion

What kind of settings are available?

Indoor
Uncovered Outdoor

Which of the following wedding events does your venue service?

Ceremony
Reception
Bridal Shower
Engagement Party

What event services do you offer?

Accommodations
Event Planner

What catering services do you offer?

Buffet
Cocktail Reception
Family Style
Hors d'oeuvres
Outside Cake
Plated
Server(s)
Stations

What event items are available?

Audio Equipment
Chairs
Tables
Tents

What food and beverage items are available?

Barware
China
Flatware
Glassware
Linens

What transportation and access is available?

Parking
Wheelchair Access

What months are included in your peak season?

April
May
June
July
August
September
October
November
December

What months are included in your off-peak season?

January
February
March
April
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Reviews of Cheney Mansion

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4.4 out of 5 rating
4.4 out of 5 rating
19 reviews
89% recommend it
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    4.7 out of 5 rating
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    4.4 out of 5 rating
  • Professionalism
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    4.5 out of 5 rating
  • Flexibility
    4.2 out of 5 rating
Weddingwire
4.4/5 19 reviews
Google
4.6/5 206 reviews
Rachel
Rachel Sent on 06/23/2024
5 out of 5 rating

The PERFECT Wedding Venue!

The Cheney Mansion was beyond our expectations. This venue has such a perfect combination of manicured gardens and vintage charm that was the perfect match for our wedding vibe! Our guests loved exploring the many rooms of the house and spending the night dancing under the patio fairy lights was magical! The way you can use the house is so customizable which made our big day so special and so us. The staff of the house were so communicative and I could really tell they cared about us and about making our day special. Absolutely recommend having your wedding or other special event at this venue!
Sarah
Sarah Sent on 03/28/2024
5 out of 5 rating

Timeless & Classy

As a native Oak Parker, I grew up going to the Cheney Mansion for family photos and daddy-daughter dances. While my husband and I were unable to have our wedding at the Mansion because of our larger wedding size, we were able to take STUNNING photos at Cheney before our wedding ceremony in Oak Park. The Cheney Mansion staff was so easy to work with in getting a photo permit for the day, and allowed us to use so many of the rooms and outside grounds for photos. The photos were beautiful, and we are so happy to have had this historic piece of Oak Park be a part of our big day! For anyone looking for a unique, classic place for wedding photos, Cheney is an excellent and easy choice!
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Sheri Sent on 06/27/2023
1.4 out of 5 rating

Horrible end due to Cheney

For every meeting we met with a different person and none of what we discussed was noted or carried over. we had requested an extra hour on numerous occasions but all of a sudden they were kicking us and our guests out at 10pm and we had paid our caterer and dj to 11. Our catered who had been in our meetings explained to the Cheney person there we had indeed had requested the extra hour. Then the Cheney person acquiesced but said everyone had to come inside and our dj couldn’t play but again this had all been previously reviewed with Cheney staff. They had told us that o my the music had to go
Inside at 10 and even showed us where he could set up. The worst is the Cheney person was badgering the poor couple. A hectic angry end to the wedding nite. And there also was no one available to talk to during our rehearsal the day before..we could have reviewed these details and it’s also hard to get everything set up for a large wedding in 2 hours which is all you habe
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At Your Request Entertainment At Your Request Entertainment Wedding DJs

I can't say enough amazing things about The Cheney Mansion. Not only is the venue beautiful inside and out the staff at The Cheney Mansion are hands down one of the best staff I've had the pleasure of working with. Highly recommended. -James James Craig At Your Request Entertainment

The Still Life Photography The Still Life Photography Wedding Photographers

Best location in Oak Park, IL by FAR! This is my go-too venue for engagements and weddings.

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