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Located in Hillsboro, Oregon, Walters Cultural Arts Center is a timeless and treasured wedding venue. Situated in the heart of Hillsboro’s historic downtown, this venue began in the mid-century as the Trinity Lutheran Church. In 1999, it was proposed as the site of a cultural center and now welcomes artistic endeavors, weddings, and other events.

Facilities and Capacity

Walters Cultural Arts Center is known for its classic red-stone architecture façade, which sets the tone for the elegant weddings within its halls. Inside, you will find stained glass windows, a fine art gallery, and woodwork arched ceilings, which create a lavish and romantic atmosphere. This versatile space can accommodate both intimate and grand affairs, with a maximum occupancy of 200 people in the theater. More intimate celebrations of 40 are welcome in the gallery, or you can host your ceremony and cocktail hour outside on the lush lawns. Whichever you choose, you and your guests will enjoy the beautiful art, stunning architectural touches, and picturesque views that this venue provides.

Services Offered

Walters Cultural Arts Center is available for your wedding shower, ceremony, engagement party, reception, and rehearsal dinner. Whatever the event, the staff will be devoted to helping you have the most successful and amazing day possible. Services include chairs and tables, rentals such as a dance floor, lighting and sound, audio equipment, and parking. The team will also help with setup and cleanup. For your convenience, a get-ready suite is available on-site for all your day-of preparations.

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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

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

Bridal Suite
Chairs
Lighting/Sound
Parking
Set Up
Tables

How many event spaces or rooms does your venue offer?

5

Describe your venue:

Art Gallery
Ballroom
Banquet Hall
Government Building
Park

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?

Event Rentals
Get Ready Rooms
Liability Insurance
Outside Vendors
Wifi

What event items are available?

Audio Equipment
Chairs
Dance Floor
Tables

What transportation and access is available?

Parking
Wheelchair Access

Reviews of Walters Cultural Arts Center

Gaia
Gaia Sent on 04/13/2026
5 out of 5 rating

A Dream Venue That Exceeded Every Expectation

Walters Cultural Arts Center was an absolute dream venue and truly deserves a 10/10 rating! From the moment we walked in, we were blown away by how beautiful, clean, and well-maintained everything was. The space itself is stunning and created the perfect atmosphere for both our ceremony and reception. The staff went above and beyond every step of the way. They were organized, responsive, and genuinely cared about making our day as smooth and special as possible. No detail was overlooked, and they made sure everything ran seamlessly, which took so much stress off of us. One of the things we loved most was how versatile and elegant the venue is. It was easy to personalize and truly make it feel like our wedding. Our guests couldn’t stop complimenting how gorgeous everything looked and how smoothly the event flowed. If you’re looking for a venue that is not only beautiful but also backed by an incredible team that truly cares, Walters Cultural Arts Center is the perfect choice. We are so grateful we chose this venue for such an important day it exceeded every expectation we had!
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Leah Sent on 02/26/2017
5 out of 5 rating
The Walters is a stunning and gorgeous venue!! The staff is also very very helpful!!
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Marci Sent on 11/28/2013
5 out of 5 rating
This was our first choice and I'm so glad that they were available for our small wedding. It is a beautiful setting, warm and inviting. The upstairs gallery is perfect for hair and make-up as the natural daylight flows through the windows. There are also classrooms downstairs that can be used for changing clothes. The actual hall where we had the wedding ceremony and the dinner is fabulous, especially the stained glass window that faces west where the sun shines through it. I loved this venue and would highly recommend it.
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Shanon Sent on 07/27/2008
5 out of 5 rating
They were great. I loved that they charged by the hour it made it cheaper then going with someone else. And if you don't have alot of money then they are perfect. The place is beautiful.
Nick
Nick Sent on 10/04/2019
4.8 out of 5 rating

Beautiful and Practical!

The Walters Cultural Arts Center was a great choice for us. It fit our 150-200 attendees and helped accommodate our setup by allowing us to drop things off the day before the event. It's a beautiful atmosphere and has A/V and a screen as well. If parking was tight in their parking lot, excess parking was available across the street. Would recommend!
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User2258658 Sent on 08/06/2015
4.8 out of 5 rating
I reserved the venue in March for an August wedding. They where very accommodating. Katrina was easy to get a hold of. They made the process easy to reserve and answered all my questions as soon as she could. We had a one hour free rehearsal that we were not able to take advantage of. The high ceilings exposed beams and stained window made the main room breathtaking. It was almost 100 degrees outside so no matter how much the AC was blowing it was still a lil warm. The ice machine broke down and we were unaware at first so we had to go in an ice run. My photographer did a great job with taking pictures angled with the trees in the background because the venue is right downtown Hillsboro. We were happy with the space for my 125 guests. We had 5 tables not able to be set up right away because we had rows of chairs in the front. After the ceremony everyone went to the Lobby while the last tables got set up by the staff on site. The bathrooms are downstairs for guests. There is an elevator for anyone needing assistance. Off the stage is a small private room with a bathroom. That was my hiding room as the bride. We signed the marriage license back there. The kids loved playing and dancing on the stage during the reception. We had it catered by our own choice of vender. We asked the manager of our local sports bar to come bartend. We had an amazing wedding.
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Stacey Sent on 04/12/2008
4.8 out of 5 rating
I loved it! Looking back, I wish I had spent less on the venue and more on the photographer, but overall it was great!
Elizabeth
Elizabeth Sent on 05/28/2019
4.6 out of 5 rating

A wonderful venue

I grew up in Hillsboro and even attended art classes at this space, never thinking that years later, I would get married there, but I am glad it happened. We both fell in love with the space. The team there was great and accommodating, and it was nice that they are flexible with you bringing in the vendor (caterer, DJ, decorator) of your choosing.
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Angela Sent on 01/13/2008
4.6 out of 5 rating
The building is beautiful! It is an old church that has been remodeled and is set up to house concerts, parties and other events. Three stories! Full kitchen!
Christa
Christa Sent on 01/24/2008
4.4 out of 5 rating
This venue was absolutly beautiful. It's an old church that has been restored into a cultural center. It has a hude, grand, beatiful room that almost gives the vibe that your in a barn. The wood work is GEORGEOUS!
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Walters Cultural Arts Center frequently asked questions

Walters Cultural Arts Center includes the following items and services for wedding events in its starting site fee:
  • Bridal Suite
  • Chairs
  • Lighting/Sound
  • Parking
  • Set Up
  • Tables
The space offered by Walters Cultural Arts Center for wedding events is known for:
  • Art Gallery
  • Ballroom
  • Banquet Hall
  • Government Building
  • Park
Walters Cultural Arts Center offers the following indoor/outdoor options for weddings:
  • Indoor
  • Uncovered Outdoor
Walters Cultural Arts Center offers the following types of wedding events:
  • Ceremony
  • Reception
  • Bridal Shower
  • Engagement Party
  • Rehearsal Dinner
Walters Cultural Arts Center offers the following services for wedding events:
  • Event Rentals
  • Get Ready Rooms
  • Liability Insurance
  • Outside Vendors
  • Wifi
Walters Cultural Arts Center offers the following furniture and decor items for weddings:
  • Audio Equipment
  • Chairs
  • Dance Floor
  • Tables
Walters Cultural Arts Center is recommended by 90% of couples who have used their services. Their overall rating is 4.5 out of 5 with the following breakdown: 4.8 in quality of service, 4.6 in average response time, 4.6 in professionalism, 4.5 in value and 4.1 in flexibility.
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