Schlitz Audubon Nature Center is a beautiful, natural setting for wedding ceremonies and receptions located just 15 minutes north of downtown Milwaukee, Wisconsin. The property sits on the shores of Lake Michigan and boasts captivating views of picturesque woods, ponds, and prairies. The surrounding bounty of nature provides couples with striking backdrops for photography and a remarkable atmosphere to suit any wedding style from rustic to elegant.

Facilities and Capacity

Your wedding here may include up to 220 guests for ceremonies on the stunning pavilion courtyard surrounded by lush trees and native blooming plants, or on the Ravine Deck overlooking Lake Michigan. Rest assured you won't stress about weather, as the inclement weather ceremony space is still outdoors on the veranda overlooking Lake Michigan. For your late fall, winter or early spring wedding, you have beautiful indoor ceremony spaces incuding a fireplace ceremony or a private auditorium space. Your reception will include an indoor or outdoor cocktail hour complete with professional bar service and dining and dancing in the Great Hall. You will enjoy two private dressing spaces for the afternoon and access to golf carts to easily access photo locations with your partner and wedding party. The main reception area offers an atmosphere of natural warmth, featuring a two-story beamed ceiling, two natural wood-burning fireplaces, and a state-of-the-art audio system.

Services Offered

Your dedicated venue team, Bridget, Beatrice and Abriana, will work with you throughout planning process providing guidance and recommendations as you put the pieces of your own personal puzzle together. As onsite coordinator, they can also guide your rehearsal and wedding cues for your ceremony, oversee the timeline and coordinate with your vendors throughout the evening and ensure your event runs smoothly. Your guest parking and property admission is included in your rental and your team will place elegant signage throughout the property to ensure guest arrival runs smoothly. If you are in need of other personalized decor or experiences, we provide lighting services, tree planting ceremonies and rustic wine barrels for your decor as optional additions. The licensed in-house bar and bartenders will execute a champagne toast for your reception and serve a range of beverages including house beers, liquors, and wines. Or upgrade your bar selections to premium pours and specialty wines. We can't wait to help create your perfect vision, surrounded by nature.