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St. Paul College Club
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Why couples loved this venue
- Unique aesthetic style
- Quality catering
- Guests comfort
- Amenities
About this venue
The St. Paul College Club is a fresh take on historic elegance. Built in 1916, the mansion is tucked away in the heart of the city, combining chic, vintage elements with a modern flare, and impressive architecture with a lush outdoor garden oasis. Recent updates to the Mansion's interior have created photo backdrops around every corner!
Facilities and Capacity
You and your guests will enjoy the entire private mansion for your day. The venue features a number of engaging spaces, including twenty five ornate rooms, Bridal & Groom's suites, a beautiful sun room, and seven wood burning fireplaces. Outdoor ceremonies are held in the private garden while indoor ceremonies can be celebrated in one of two indoor facilities that the house provides. The Great Hall space is perfect for dinner and dancing the night away.
Ceremony Capacities:
- 200+ Outdoor Garden
- 200+ Great Hall
- 120 Living Room
Reception Capacities:
- 250+ Outdoor Garden
- 188 Great Hall
- 50+ Living Room
Services Offered
This venue offers several design options to help create an event that truly reflects your style and vision. Our experienced and creative Event Coordinators will guide you through the process and ensure that you have a fun, stress-free and personalized experience. Services include:
- On-site Event Coordinator
- Personal House Decorator
- Event tables and chairs
- Linens and napkins
- China, flatware and stemware
- Professional bar and wait staff
- Set-up and tear-down of ceremony & reception spaces
Cuisine
The St. Paul College Club has a full culinary team lead by an award winning Executive Chef. His French inspired menu rotates with the seasons and is made up of the freshest and finest quality ingredients. We offer custom menu planning and private tastings to ensure your menu is perfectly suited to you and your guests.
History
The historic and beautiful mansion dates back as early as 1848 and has been expanded, restored, and cherished throughout the years. The Georgian Revival-style home was purchased by the American Association of University Women (AAUW) in 1949 and remains under it’s ownership to this day, continuing to welcoming guests for private events and weddings. To honor AAUW, a portion of the proceeds from every event is donated to support their mission.
Weddings at this venue
Taylor & Spensor
40 photos
Mikolaj & Melissa
24 photos
Rebecca & Ryan
38 photos
Ashley & Layne
39 photos
FAQ
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?
$275
What is the starting site fee for wedding receptions during off-peak season?
$220
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?
$275
What is the starting site fee for wedding ceremonies during off-peak season?
$220
Which of the following are included in the starting site fee?
Bridal Suite
Chairs
China
Clean Up
Event Planning
Flatware
Glassware
Linens
Parking
Set Up
Tables
Which of the following are included in the cost of wedding catering?
Cake Cutting
Server(s)
What is the starting price per person for bar service?
$3
Which of the following are included in the starting price for bar service?
Bartender(s)
Open Bar
How many event spaces or rooms does your venue offer?
16
Describe your venue:
Ballroom
Garden
Historic Building
Mansion
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?
Accommodations
Bar Services
Catering Services
Clean Up
Event Planner
Event Rentals
Get Ready Rooms
Liability Insurance
Outside Vendors
Pet Friendly
Wifi
What catering services do you offer?
Buffet
Cocktail Reception
Dessert
Family Style
Hors d'oeuvres
Outside Cake
Plated
Server(s)
Stations
Tastings
What bar services do you provide?
Bartender(s)
Champagne Toast
Open Bar
Outside Alcohol
What event items are available?
Altar/Arch
Audio Equipment
Centerpieces
Chairs
Chair Covers
Dance Floor
Decor
Drapery
Furniture
Lighting
Tables
Tents
Tent Accessories
What food and beverage items are available?
Barware
China
Chocolate Fountain
Flatware
Glassware
Linens
What transportation and access is available?
Parking
Valet
Wheelchair Access
What months are included in your peak season?
May
June
July
August
September
October
November
December
What months are included in your off-peak season?
January
February
March
April
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Reviews of St. Paul College Club
Weddingwire
59 reviews
Google
215 reviews
Grace Sent on 02/10/2025
5 out of 5 rating
Amazing January Wedding
The venue itself is gorgeous, but the incredible staff is really the reason to book here!! Tracy was amazing from the start, offering quick responses and timeline help as soon as we booked. Day of coordinators Mary Pat and Keelia did an amazing job executing my wedding vision. In addition, they only asked the absolutely necessary questions during the wedding day. Otherwise they just did their job creating no stress for me!!
We had both our ceremony and reception in the Great Hall, and everything went smoothly because of the amazing staff. We had a hot chocolate bar during social hour and the turnover. I truly did not worry about a thing day of! So grateful to the staff.
The food was delicious, and the wait staff was amazing at their jobs. They were both effective and kind!
I also really appreciated that everything was through the venue! Food, linens, some decor, day-of-coordination, and even dessert. Mary Pat did an awesome job on our tiramisu! It was helpful that SPCC had table number holders, dessert stands, card table, etc.
SPCC truly was a huge help in wedding planning and made the wedding day amazing!
We had both our ceremony and reception in the Great Hall, and everything went smoothly because of the amazing staff. We had a hot chocolate bar during social hour and the turnover. I truly did not worry about a thing day of! So grateful to the staff.
The food was delicious, and the wait staff was amazing at their jobs. They were both effective and kind!
I also really appreciated that everything was through the venue! Food, linens, some decor, day-of-coordination, and even dessert. Mary Pat did an awesome job on our tiramisu! It was helpful that SPCC had table number holders, dessert stands, card table, etc.
SPCC truly was a huge help in wedding planning and made the wedding day amazing!
Julia Sent on 12/22/2024
5 out of 5 rating
Hidden gem!
SPCC was a fantastic venue. Fit our aesthetic, goals, and budget. Tracy was an absolutely fabulous coordinator: had everything together and made sure we had a perfect day!
Mary Sent on 03/27/2024
5 out of 5 rating
Absolutely Perfect
I cannot stress enough how perfect this location was. When we first visited, we knew instantly that this was the venue for us--cozy, spacious, comfortable, elegant. The lead coordinator, Tracy, was very responsive and helpful throughout and made the planning process easy with her list of recommended vendors and the venue's chef sampling event to help us plan our menu. Tracy served as a day-of coordinator and made sure everything flowed smoothly from the moment we arrived. We loved having so many different spaces for people to gather--the intimate, elegant library/bar; the open lounge with its fireplace; the reception hall with a dance floor; the patio with cafe lighting, etc.--and our guests loved having the freedom to roam around. We didn't bring any decor in (aside from the bridal party bouquets that we converted into centerpieces after the ceremony)--the venue is gorgeous enough as is! I can't recommend this place enough!
Josie Sent on 10/25/2019
5 out of 5 rating
Our dream venue
The St. Paul College Club was a total DREAM. We toured a lot of venues around the Twin Cities, but nothing compared to St. Paul College Club. It is a GORGEOUS house, with many areas for guests to spread out and talk to many people, versus just having to be at their tables all night. The location is stunning - right on historical Summit Avenue in St. Paul. There's also a beautiful backyard you have access to (it snowed on our October wedding day, so we weren't out there much) that is a gorgeous extension of the house. This venue is stately while also being extremely cozy, and feels secluded, even with being less than 10 minutes from downtown St. Paul.
A big reason we chose St. Paul College Club was the ability to make our reception exactly how we wanted. I did not want a band or DJ, just a playlist. They have an awesome audio setup you can bundle in, including a projector. You can also bring all of your own alcohol for the bar, which was another way for us to really make it our own, by only bringing the items we wanted to serve. The staff was also just flexible with how we wanted the rooms setup, the schedule to run, and how the decorations were done (sidenote: they have a decorator who will setup everything for you, you just drop it all off!). Their in-house chef is incredible, (and took out the necessity for us to choose a caterer) and I got SO many compliments on the food.
Meet with them - their schedule fills up quickly!
A big reason we chose St. Paul College Club was the ability to make our reception exactly how we wanted. I did not want a band or DJ, just a playlist. They have an awesome audio setup you can bundle in, including a projector. You can also bring all of your own alcohol for the bar, which was another way for us to really make it our own, by only bringing the items we wanted to serve. The staff was also just flexible with how we wanted the rooms setup, the schedule to run, and how the decorations were done (sidenote: they have a decorator who will setup everything for you, you just drop it all off!). Their in-house chef is incredible, (and took out the necessity for us to choose a caterer) and I got SO many compliments on the food.
Meet with them - their schedule fills up quickly!
Taylor Sent on 10/19/2019
5 out of 5 rating
Hidden Gem
We absolutely adored this venue from the moment we walked through the door! It gives you a great feeling to know that part of the expenses help the women's club provide scholarships for women. The "a la carte" style may seem overwhelming at first, but it was so nice to be able to design our wedding just the way we wanted it without spending gobs of money! So convenient to have an exclusive caterer - made our planning so much easier! We decided on heavy hors d'oeuvres rather than a formal sit-down dinner, which helped guests mingle and take advantage of the many rooms in the mansion! Also, the ability to bring your own alcohol cannot be overstated!!! We still get comments from guests about how fun it was! The staff at SPCC were stellar; in fact, I remember calling Jenny "my spirit animal." Ha! Such a special thing to get along so well with your event coordinator. They made our dreams come true! The day itself was perfect. The mansion created a space that was both classic/timeless/elegant AND homey/welcoming/fun! Not to mention, the venue is absolutely gorgeous, and your photos will turn out so well! We recommend this space for any event - it is so special! So grateful!
Maria Sent on 10/14/2019
5 out of 5 rating
Beautiful venue for both indoor and outdoor receptions!
My husband and I were extremely happy with St. Paul College Club and could not have asked for a better experience. The venue was perfect for our budget and the overall flow of our wedding. The staff was great to work with, too. Jenny was always hospitable and open to us dropping by with questions or to see the space, and the day-of staff were thoughtful and professional. The food was also delicious. The College Club itself is a beautiful space and very well maintained--highly recommend for both indoor and outdoor weddings! Thanks to Jenny and the entire staff for making our day so special!
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St. Paul College Club frequently asked questions
St. Paul College Club includes the following items and services for wedding events in its starting site fee:
- Bridal Suite
- Chairs
- China
- Clean Up
- Event Planning
- Flatware
- Glassware
- Linens
- Parking
- Set Up
- Tables
St. Paul College Club includes the following items and services in its wedding catering costs:
- Cake Cutting
- Server(s)
The bar service starting price at St. Paul College Club includes:
- Bartender(s)
- Open Bar
The space offered by St. Paul College Club for wedding events is known for:
- Ballroom
- Garden
- Historic Building
- Mansion
St. Paul College Club offers the following indoor/outdoor options for weddings:
- Indoor
- Uncovered Outdoor
St. Paul College Club offers the following types of wedding events:
- Ceremony
- Reception
- Bridal Shower
- Engagement Party
- Rehearsal Dinner
St. Paul College Club offers the following services for wedding events:
- Accommodations
- Bar Services
- Catering Services
- Clean Up
- Event Planner
- Event Rentals
- Get Ready Rooms
- Liability Insurance
- Outside Vendors
- Pet Friendly
- Wifi
St. Paul College Club offers the following furniture and decor items for weddings:
- Altar/Arch
- Audio Equipment
- Centerpieces
- Chairs
- Chair Covers
- Dance Floor
- Decor
- Drapery
- Furniture
- Lighting
- Tables
- Tents
- Tent Accessories
St. Paul College Club is recommended by 94% of couples who have used their services. Their overall rating is 4.7 out of 5 with the following breakdown: 4.8 in flexibility, 4.8 in value, 4.7 in quality of service, 4.6 in average response time and 4.6 in professionalism.