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The Robert and Agnes Cohen House, home of the Rice University Faculty Club. Nestled among the oaks of Rice university, Cohen House is a historic architectural landmark of red brick and native stone. The club's interior spans three levels and opens into the Esther M. Cohen Memorial Gardens featuring a fountain by French glass artist, Maurice Max-Ingrand.

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Frequently asked questions

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

Yes

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?

$2,000

Which of the following are included in the starting site fee?

Bridal Suite
Chairs
China
Clean Up
Flatware
Glassware
Linens
Set Up
Tables

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

Cake Cutting
Server(s)

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

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

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

80

How many event spaces or rooms does your venue offer?

1

Describe your venue:

Banquet Hall
Historic Building

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
Rehearsal Dinner

What event services do you offer?

Bar Services
Catering Services
Clean Up
Get Ready Rooms
Outside Vendors
Wifi

What catering services do you offer?

Buffet
Cocktail Reception
Dessert
Hors d'oeuvres
Outside Cake
Plated
Stations
Tastings

What bar services do you provide?

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

What event items are available?

Chairs
Furniture
Tables

What food and beverage items are available?

Barware
China
Flatware
Glassware
Linens

What transportation and access is available?

Parking
Valet
Wheelchair Access

What months are included in your peak season?

January
March
April
May
June
October
November
December

What months are included in your off-peak season?

February
July
August
September

Reviews of Faculty Club at Cohen House

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Cohen House is a beautiful, versatile wedding venue with stunning grounds and classic architecture. Guests praise the attentive, professional staff, seamless planning, and exceptional in-house catering. Many appreciate included amenities and flexibility. Minor notes: parking fees and campus policies restrict full shots and sparkler exits.

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Cohen House is a beautiful, versatile wedding venue with stunning grounds and classic architecture. Guests praise the attentive, professional staff, seamless planning, and exceptional in-house catering. Many appreciate included amenities and flexibility. Minor notes: parking fees and campus policies restrict full shots and sparkler exits.

Carla
Carla Sent on 04/06/2026
5 out of 5 rating

Exceptional Service in a Stunning Setting

If we could give more than 5 stars, we absolutely would! Hosting our son’s wedding reception at The Cohen House on March 14th was an unforgettable experience.

From the moment the evening began, everything was flawless. The wait staff was exceptional—warm, attentive, and consistently complimented by our guests. Their level of service truly elevated the entire event.

And the food… wow. After our tasting, we had a small concern about whether it would be just as good on the big day, but it exceeded every expectation. Every dish was absolutely delicious and a standout highlight of the night.

Most importantly, everything ran so smoothly that we were able to relax and fully soak in such a meaningful celebration. That peace of mind is priceless.

This wasn’t just an event—it was a once-in-a-lifetime memory. We are so grateful for the care, excellence, and attention to detail that made this night so incredibly special.
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Nicole Sent on 03/15/2026
5 out of 5 rating

A beautiful wedding venue!

The team at Cohen House was wonderful to work with, and we really appreciated their kindness and attention to detail throughout the planning process and wedding day. The staff was wonderful, the food was delicious, and the venue looked beautiful. We could not have asked for a better wedding day!
D
Donna Sent on 03/14/2026
5 out of 5 rating

Nicole and Parker’s wedding

Susy and her team at Cohen House did an exceptional job of creating a beautiful and memorable wedding for Nicole and Parker. The courtyard setting with the lit up oak tree and fountain was gorgeous and all the guests loved how the fountain started at just the right moment. It was such a nice touch.

The place settings were very elegant and the food and beverage service was excellent. Nicole and Parker enjoyed having their signature cocktails featured at the reception.

All the vendors from the photographer, to the florist, to the DJ that Susy has on her preferred vendor list went above and beyond, and knew exactly what to do. I highly recommend the Cohen House at Rice University for your wedding! It was exactly what we hoped for.



M
Mildred Sent on 03/09/2026
5 out of 5 rating

A Perfect 10/10 Experience!

We recently hosted the anniversary celebration for Vecor at Cohen House, and the experience was nothing short of flawless. A huge part of that success was thanks to Susy, who guided us through the entire process. She was incredibly professional and worked closely with us from the initial planning stages to ensure everything stayed within our budget without compromising on quality.

The venue itself is stunning, providing a beautiful backdrop for such a special occasion. What truly sets them apart is their flexibility; unlike many other venues we toured, they were very accommodating with our timeline, allowing us to extend the party past midnight for an additional fee. The entire staff is professional, attentive, and genuinely kind. We have absolutely no complaints and highly recommend Cohen House and especially working with Susy for any high-profile event!
Wallace
Wallace Sent on 07/29/2025
5 out of 5 rating

Perfect Day

We are incredibly grateful to have hosted our wedding this past March at the Cohen House! It is a gorgeous, spacious, and bright building, staffed with excellent people, from food and hospitality to logistics. We had a traditional wedding ceremony outside under their beautiful live oak tree, and a Korean Paebaek ceremony inside their living room space, each space accommodating our 150 guests. They have many amenities that make wedding planning so much more stream lined (easy parking, linens and napkins, tables and settings, etc), and everyone who works there is top notch. We also did a mostly DIY wedding with no outside wedding planner, and everyone at the Cohen House was incredibly helpful, flexible, and responsive. We had the pleasure of working mostly with Susy, who was so enthusiastic, energetic and encouraging. She really helped us with our decision making and feeling confident about the whole process.

The food was excellent and everyone loved it (the little harissa lamb ribs at cocktail hour were a HIT!). The drinks were special (we had both a mocktail and cocktail). Everything is made in house, with a wide selection of choices and dietary needs met easily.

We truly enjoyed our wedding. So many people came up to us and told us it was the best wedding they’d ever been to. Our other vendors were also really impressed with the team at the Cohen House. They made our day truly perfect, thank you!!!
Lisa
Lisa Sent on 06/05/2025
5 out of 5 rating

Ganucheau-Skeete Rehearsal Dinner

Susy and her team are absolutely AMAZING! We were looking for a unique venue for our son’s rehearsal dinner, and Cohen House is it! It is in a lovely setting on the campus of Rice University. In addition to being beautiful, the food is absolutely delicious. Susy and her team are flexible and eager to exceed expectations. Highly recommend!
Joshua
Joshua Sent on 03/28/2025
5 out of 5 rating

Dream Wedding at Cohen House

A huge thank you to the House staff for making our wedding day so special! From the months leading up to the big day to the event itself, their premium service was exceptional. They took care of nearly every aspect, from the incredible food options to the table setup and the beautiful garden setting—everything was perfect! The entire process was seamless, and we've received amazing feedback from our friends and family, who called it one of the best venues they've attended. We’re so happy we chose this venue—it exceeded our expectations without breaking the bank. 5 stars, highly recommend! Thank you again, Susana + Cohen House Staff.
Tiffany
Tiffany Sent on 03/27/2025
5 out of 5 rating

Wonderful Team, Some Rules

The Cohen House Team was really wonderful to work with for our wedding - very professional, kind, and thoughtful people. The venue was perfect for our wedding and we utilized both the building and the outdoor garden. The architecture was very timeless and classic, and we loved that we didn't need to "fill" the space with too much decor. All food, linens, tables, chairs, flatware, cups are part of the venue. I appreciated that many offerings were included for us. Some things to consider: (1) guest parking for wedding day is $10/car if paid for by the bride/groom. (2) full shots at the bar are not allowed due to it being a college campus, so we had mixed shots. Some guests felt they were very watered down. (3) Sparklers for a wedding exit are not allowed. (4) Staff had limited working hours during summer and winter breaks as they follow the school schedule. All in all, I wish I could have my wedding all over again at Cohen House!
Khang
Khang Sent on 03/05/2025
5 out of 5 rating

Medical School Gala

The Cohen house is an incredible venue located right in the heart of the Texas Medical Center. It was absolutely gorgeous, spacious, and very well decorated. The team was incredibly helpful and responsive throughout the entire planning process and helped to accommodate many of our requests. We had a gala for about 325 guests and there were still plenty of space to dance, take pictures, and talk with one another. Their food options were incredible and delicious and their dessert bar was stunning. The lights and fountain in the yard was a great place for people to take pictures and hang out by. Everyone had a great time and I am consistently receiving compliments about the venue selection. Not to mention, the venue cost was very reasonable. I would highly recommend your celebrations or weddings to be at the Cohen House.
M Stevenson
M Stevenson Sent on 03/04/2025
5 out of 5 rating

Wonderful venue for a wedding!

Cohen House is a beautiful venue for a wedding! The grounds and interior are laid out so well and the reception was wonderful with delicious food and decorations. In addition, Susana Rodriguez (Susy), the Sales and Events Manager, was amazing in every way -- she is organized, attentive, helpful, and an all-around asset to any wedding planning. She worked so well with all of our vendors, and her staff was fantastic and presented a lovely event that everyone enjoyed. I highly recommend Cohen House and am so glad we had our event there.
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Faculty Club at Cohen House frequently asked questions

Faculty Club at Cohen House includes the following items and services for wedding events in its starting site fee:
  • Bridal Suite
  • Chairs
  • China
  • Clean Up
  • Flatware
  • Glassware
  • Linens
  • Set Up
  • Tables
Faculty Club at Cohen House includes the following items and services in its wedding catering costs:
  • Cake Cutting
  • Server(s)
The bar service starting price at Faculty Club at Cohen House includes:
  • Bartender(s)
  • Champagne Toast
  • House Liquor
  • House Wine
  • Limited Bar
  • Open Bar
  • Premium Liquor
  • Signature Drink
  • Specialty Beer
  • Specialty Wine
The space offered by Faculty Club at Cohen House for wedding events is known for:
  • Banquet Hall
  • Historic Building
Faculty Club at Cohen House offers the following indoor/outdoor options for weddings:
  • Indoor
  • Uncovered Outdoor
Faculty Club at Cohen House offers the following types of wedding events:
  • Ceremony
  • Reception
  • Bridal Shower
  • Engagement Party
  • Rehearsal Dinner
Faculty Club at Cohen House offers the following services for wedding events:
  • Bar Services
  • Catering Services
  • Clean Up
  • Get Ready Rooms
  • Outside Vendors
  • Wifi
Faculty Club at Cohen House offers the following furniture and decor items for weddings:
  • Chairs
  • Furniture
  • Tables
Faculty Club at Cohen House is recommended by 98% of couples who have used their services. Their overall rating is 4.9 out of 5 with the following breakdown: 4.9 in quality of service, 4.9 in average response time, 4.9 in flexibility, 4.9 in professionalism and 4.9 in value.
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