Old Main at ASU
About
Old Main at ASU is a historic wedding venue located in Tempe, Arizona. Offering multiple event spaces for your celebration, here you are invited to make lasting memories with your nearest and dearest. By blending vintage charm with contemporary comforts, this establishment provides a unique backdrop for your happily ever after.
Facilities and Capacity
Old Main at ASU comprises a combination of indoor and outdoor areas that can accommodate both intimate and grand events. For a picturesque occasion, you can exchange your vows in the fountain area featuring a stone walkway and a backdrop of palm trees. Following the ceremony, the festivities can continue on the expansive front lawn which can host up to 1000 guests for a cocktail-style reception. For a charming indoor event, the Carson Ballroom features a warm ambience, modern chandeliers, and vaulted ceilings. The venue’s grand staircase and grand piano allow for plenty of elegant photo opportunities. Inside the building’s designated get-ready-rooms, you and your wedding party can get ready for your special day.
Services Offered
The friendly and attentive staff at Old Main at ASU is on-hand to assist with bringing your vision to life. This includes providing an assortment of furniture such as classic wooden folding chairs, 60-inch round tables, 6-foot rectangular tables, and high-top tables. For your wedding’s entertainment, they can include state-of-the-art projectors, screens, sound systems, a DVD player, and microphones. Additional audiovisual requirements, furniture, and fixtures may be arranged through the venue’s preferred vendors. The in-house catering team strives to provide refreshing meals that incorporate sustainably sourced ingredients. You and your guests can enjoy buffets, plated meals, hors d’oeuvres, and cocktail reception-style meals. Their staff is happy to supply the necessary dining items such as china, flatware, glassware, barware, and linens.
History
Established in 1898, Old Main at ASU was constructed before Arizona achieved statehood and was the first building in Tempe wired for electric lighting. In 1911, Teddy Roosevelt visited the area for the dedication of the Roosevelt Dam and the building was used for his address to the community. After celebrating its centennial, the venue was added to the National Register of Historic Places.
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What items and services are included in the starting site fee at Old Main at ASU?
- Bridal Suite
- Chairs
- Clean Up
- Set Up
- Tables
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- Cake Cutting
- Server(s)
- Wedding Cake
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- Ballroom
- Historic Building
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- Indoor
- Uncovered Outdoor
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- Ceremony
- Reception
- Bridal Shower
- Engagement Party
- Rehearsal Dinner
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- Bar Services
- Cake
- Catering Services
- Get Ready Rooms
- Liability Insurance
- Set Up
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