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The Maxwell House is an Historic Landmark & Special Event Space located in the heart of Old-Town Pasadena. Full of unique, historic charm, it is a venue built for making memories!
We offer a variety of wedding and special event packages, perfect for any of life’s celebrations! Event rentals include access to the entire first floor, including the main ballroom, grand staircase, sweeping foyer, large dining room, library, full kitchen, and outdoor garden, in addition to the upstairs mezzanines and wedding suite.
Included in our packages is the use of our inhouse equipment such as tables and chairs, artisan crafted wooden wedding arch, dance floor, sound system, bar, outdoor string lighting, complimentary parking, and more!
We currently offer 2 wedding options for our couples:
- Boutique Weddings: 6hrs (including client set-up/break-down), up to 40 guests plus couple and vendors, ceremony and reception, limited furniture. Limited Sunday's available at the rate of $4,500.
- Traditional Weddings: 12 hrs day of event (including client set-up/break-down plus 4hrs of prep/rehearsal on Friday before event), up to 120 guests (100 is suggested), ceremony and reception, all in-house furniture, Limited Saturday's available at the rate of $8,500.
There is no tax on our rentals, as we are operated via the nonprofit organization, The Western Justice Center. By booking the Maxwell House, you are assisting valuable programs that empower people to strengthen their communities by growing the conflict resolution skills and capacity of youth, educators, schools, and community partners. Your support will allow WJC to deliver transformational conflict resolution education rooted in equity, justice, and opportunity to students and educators across Southern California and beyond.
- Black-owned
- Asian-owned
- Hispanic or Latinx-owned
- LGBTQ+-owned
- Pacific Islander-owned
- Woman-owned
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The Maxwell House is a stunning, vintage venue that offers both indoor and outdoor spaces for a fairytale wedding. The staff is accommodating and helpful throughout the planning process, and the venue's non-profit status adds an extra bonus. The architecture and history of the venue stand out, and it offers a wide range of rentals and a preferred vendor list. Despite a scheduling issue, the crew at The Maxwell House went above and beyond to make the wedding day perfect, and guests appreciated the inclusive packages, beautiful furniture, and responsiveness of the planning team. The venue is described as a diamond in the rough and a dream come true, with a rich history and a heart-warming cause.
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- Rehearsal Dinner
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- Altar/Arch
- Audio Equipment
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