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Bill Kessler
Bill Kessler
Owner

11 years in business

We speak English

Small team (2-10 members)

Gallery Forty-Two is a deluxe wedding venue in downtown Indianapolis, Indiana. This historic treasure, the oldest commercial building in Indianapolis, offers breathtaking spaces for your once-in-a-lifetime wedding celebration.

Facilities and Capacity

On your big day, make a grand entrance on the stunning staircase, surrounded by sculptures and fine art along each wall. Then, prepare for the celebrations ahead in the comfortable wedding lounges, complete with antique mirrors, a private makeup and hairdressing room, private bar facilities, and more. Exchange vows in the romantic ceremony space, softly lit by refined chandeliers and decorated with artwork. Then, you and your guests can make your way to the second floor's reception space, complete with a full bar and a customizable floor plan. This area transforms seamlessly from dining setting to dance floor. Altogether, you can welcome up to 120 of your nearest and dearest for your wedding celebration at Gallery Forty-Two.

Services Offered

The experienced team at Gallery Forty-Two offers a range of services designed to make your special day as seamless as possible. You can avail of day-of coordination, working with a skilled planner to cover all of the logistics as you get ready to say, "I do." Additional wedding package features can include custom floral installations, celebratory toasts, snacks, beverages, and even professional photography. The venue also offers seven luxury rentals nearby for overnight stays, which can host up to 30 guests. Your events team covers set-up and clean-up, and Gallery Forty-Two will provide essential furnishings like tables, chairs, and linens.

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FAQ

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

No

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

No

Which of the following are included in starting site fee?

Bridal Suite
Chairs
Clean Up
Lighting/Sound
Linens
Set Up
Tables

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

Cake Cutting
Dessert
Server(s)
Wedding Cake

What is the starting price per person for bar service?

$36

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

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

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

2

How many event spaces or rooms does your venue offer?

7

Describe your venue:

Art Gallery
Banquet Hall
Historic Building
Museum

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?

Accommodations
Bar Services
Catering Services
Clean Up
Event Planner
Event Rentals
Get Ready Rooms
Outside Vendors
Wifi

What catering services do you offer?

Buffet
Cocktail Reception
Dessert
Hors d'oeuvres
Outside Cake
Plated

What bar services do you provide?

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

What event items are available?

Altar/Arch
Audio Equipment
Centerpieces
Chairs
Dance Floor
Decor
Drapery
Furniture
Lighting
Tables

What food and beverage items are available?

Barware
Glassware
Linens

What transportation and access is available?

Wheelchair Access

What months are included in your peak season?

May
June
July
August
September
October
November

What months are included in your off-peak season?

January
February
March
April
December

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Reviews of Gallery Forty-Two

Weddingwire
5.0/5 15 reviews
Google
4.8/5 45 reviews
H
Hillary Sent on 10/23/2023
5 out of 5 rating

Perfect! Couldn't have asked for better

We are SO happy to have found Gallery Forty-Two and Mary! My husband and I wanted a more intimate wedding with just close family, and the gallery was perfect for us. We ended up with about 30-40 people, although the space could easily fit double that if you wanted.

The venue itself is absolutely gorgeous, and has so many amazing spaces and pieces. Honestly, words will not do it justice - you just have to see it in photographs and in person, it's just unbelievable.

Mary was an absolute joy to work with! She answered all our questions and was so flexible. We planned our own wedding, and Mary shared a bunch of ideas other couples had to help us out, and was always open to working with our ideas. She made sure our favorite statues were by the wedding arch the day of the wedding, and let us point out our favorite pieces (and asked if we wanted to veto some pieces). We wanted to do a lounge area instead of a dance floor, and she knocked it out of the park! When we were stuck on a florist, she recommended our florist (the Archivist, Paula Shoultz), who was absolutely amazing. Mary was also our day-of coordinator and ROCKED. We worried about nothing the entire day!

If you're looking for a small-midsized elegant venue in Indianapolis, you absolutely have to check out Gallery Forty-Two.

(Pictures are from Tiernae Salley, @tiernaesalleyphotography)
L
Laurie Sent on 03/23/2018
5 out of 5 rating
We had a our fundraiser at Gallery Forty-Two, and Nick was amazing! He helped us every step of the way to make sure our event was a huge success. He was flexible, accessible and professional. We had a great experience, and I would highly recommend this venue for your next event!
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Bdbd463116E7A9481Ec83919842245F705C11939 Sent on 06/11/2023
5 out of 5 rating

What a Find!!! Best Place Ever

We can't recommend this venue enough! Not only is it gorgeous and unique, but everyone was also absolutely wonderful to work with! Leading up to the day, Mary and Linda were responsive and helpful with our questions and helped us choose different packages according to our specific needs and budget. They worked with our requests seamlessly, and helped us connect with both a caterer and a brewery that were somewhat new to serving at weddings. We requested the use of one of their many gorgeous mirrors for a guest list. The bridal and grooms suites for getting ready are PERFECT all around--pool for the guys while the ladies take their time getting ready, wonderful photo backdrops... I could go on and on about this building. But best of all, on the evening of the reception, the staff went above and beyond for us. We never asked the bar tenders to use our sentimental glasses all night, fill them with each of our favorite beers (we had "his/hers"), and find us around the dance floor to refill them without asking... but they did! Smiling with us, visibly celebrating with us... it felt like we had made new best friends. I'm not kidding. Our wedding was the happiest, most beautiful day in so many little ways that caught us by surprise, and this venue and its owner/staff are a HUGE reason why. We will be stopping by for their other fun events and continue our support of such a wonderful place with such sweet and amazing people! Thank you, Gallery Forty-Two.
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Bill Kessler
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