Governor Richard J. Oglesby Mansion
Wedding venue in Decatur, Illinois
About Governor Richard J. Oglesby Mansion
The Governor Richard J. Oglesby Mansion is a historic Italianate house in Decatur’s historic district that operates as a museum and offers guided tours. The property can be rented for private events and receptions, providing an elegant historic setting with a capacity of up to 75 guests for receptions and 46 for sit‑down meals. Rental fees are charged by the hour, and the venue enforces strict preservation‑focused policies for catering, décor, and use of the historic spaces.
The facts
- Guests
- Up to 75 guests
- Pricing note
- Rental fee is $100 per hour for the first two hours and $50 per additional hour (up to 46 guests); $5 per extra guest beyond 46. A $100 security deposit and $200 fee for the first two hours are required.
- Setting
- Indoor
- Kind of place
- Museum
- Last updated
- November 2026
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On the big wedding guides
- Not listed on WeddingWire (checked October 2026)
- Not listed on Zola (checked October 2026)
How to reach Governor Richard J. Oglesby Mansion
- Website: oglesbymansion.org
- Phone: (217) 855-8616
- Address: 421 West William St.
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