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Price range: $500 - $3,500 Price range: $500 - $3,500
Couples usually spend $3,000 Couples usually spend $3,000
Reception
$3,500 starting price
Ceremony
$3,500 starting price
Reception
$3,500 starting price
Ceremony
$3,500 starting price

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Quality catering
Unique aesthetic style
Guests comfort
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About

Located in Madison, Wisconsin, Ellsworth Block is a historic wedding venue. The restored building, originally constructed in 1871, offers views of the Capitol and a blank canvas for your special day. It features an abundance of natural light, which illuminates the original exposed brick and sandstone walls for an industrial aesthetic. It hosts both conventional weddings and elopements.

Facilities and Capacity

Ellsworth Block welcomes celebrations with up to 200 guests, from engagement parties to cocktail receptions. An on-site get-ready room offers you and your party an exclusive setting to prepare for the day ahead. The Maeder Room is the primary event space, although there is also the Atrium and Skydeck. These areas are offered as ideal settings for an elegant pre-dinner drinks reception. Your loved ones can mingle while they enjoy the views of the city around them.

Services Offered

Sitting on the Capitol Square, Ellsworth Block is available for weddings on Fridays, Saturdays, and Sundays. A sweeping staircase provides the perfect setting for a dramatic entrance to your celebration or a classic backdrop to wedding portraits. You are free to decorate the space however you see fit, from elegant floral installations to chic cool-toned linens. Its central location also makes it ideal for finding a convenient hotel for those guests visiting from out of town.

Location

This wedding venue is situated in downtown Madison. Dane County Regional Airport is just 15 minutes away by car, so visitors to the state have a short trip to look forward to. Various hotels are within walking distance of the venue, as well as museums and coffee shops. The venue looks onto the Wisconsin State Capitol, which offers a grand backdrop for your wedding celebrations.

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Frequently asked questions

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?

3,500

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

3,500

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?

3,500

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

3,500

Which of the following are included in starting site fee?

Bridal Suite
Chairs
Clean Up
Tables

Which of the following are included in the starting price for bar service?

Bartender(s)
Champagne Toast
House Beer
House Liquor
Open Bar
Signature Drink
Specialty Beer
Specialty Wine

What is the minimum number of guests required to book your venue?

10

How many event spaces or rooms does your venue offer?

3

Describe your venue:

Historic Building
Loft

What kind of settings are available?

Indoor

Which of the following wedding events does your venue service?

Ceremony
Reception
Bridal Shower
Engagement Party
Elopements
Rehearsal Dinner

What event services do you offer?

Bar Services
Clean Up
Get Ready Rooms
Pet Friendly
Wifi

What bar services do you provide?

Bartender(s)
Cash Bar
House Beer
House Liquor
Liquor License
Specialty Beer
Specialty Wine

What event items are available?

Chairs
Furniture
Tables

What months are included in your peak season?

May
June
July
August
September
October

What months are included in your off-peak season?

January
February
March
April
November
December
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Reviews of Ellsworth Block

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100% recommend it
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Kelly
Kelly K. Sent on 09/28/2020
5 out of 5 rating

Unique venue with stunning views and ample space

We were looking for a wedding venue that could accommodate an intimate ceremony space as well as a large space for a huge party. Due to COVID, we were only able to host a ceremony at this time, but it was exactly as I pictured. Tons of natural light, an intimate setting with tons of different decor/backgrounds to choose from. We couldn't be happier with how our 'micro-wedding' turned out!
Maybe next year we can host the large party we were envisioning here.
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Ellsworth Block frequently asked questions

Ellsworth Block includes the following items and services for wedding events in its starting site fee:
  • Bridal Suite
  • Chairs
  • Clean Up
  • Tables
The bar service starting price at Ellsworth Block includes:
  • Bartender(s)
  • Champagne Toast
  • House Beer
  • House Liquor
  • Open Bar
  • Signature Drink
  • Specialty Beer
  • Specialty Wine
The space offered by Ellsworth Block for wedding events is known for:
  • Historic Building
  • Loft
Ellsworth Block offers the following indoor/outdoor options for weddings:
  • Indoor
Ellsworth Block offers the following types of wedding events:
  • Ceremony
  • Reception
  • Bridal Shower
  • Engagement Party
  • Elopements
  • Rehearsal Dinner
Ellsworth Block offers the following services for wedding events:
  • Bar Services
  • Clean Up
  • Get Ready Rooms
  • Pet Friendly
  • Wifi
Ellsworth Block offers the following furniture and decor items for weddings:
  • Chairs
  • Furniture
  • Tables
Ellsworth Block is recommended by 100% of couples who have used their services. Their overall rating is 5.0, with the same score awarded for quality of service, flexibility, value, professionalism and average response time.

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