Ringland-Smeltzer home
Wedding venue in Fort Dodge, Iowa
About Ringland-Smeltzer home
The Ringland-Smeltzer home is a historic house museum available for weddings and receptions, as well as other private events. Rental includes the main-floor living room, dining room, and library; the kitchen may be used when food is served. Wedding rentals include use of the grand staircase and one upstairs dressing room. Events are limited to 100 people inside at one time, and sit-down capacity depends on available space. The grounds may also be rented. A host or hostess is scheduled for every event, with additional staff for parties over 50 guests. Renters provide their own food, dishes, and serving utensils; tableware for up to 48 people is available to rent. Tours can be arranged during events for an additional fee. Reservations require at least two weeks’ notice, and rental fees must be received to guarantee the date.
The facts
- Guests
- Up to 100 guests
- Setting
- Indoor & outdoor
- Kind of place
- Estate · Museum
- Last updated
- November 2026
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On the big wedding guides
- Not listed on WeddingWire (checked November 2026)
- Not listed on Zola (checked November 2026)
How to reach Ringland-Smeltzer home
- Website: smeltzertrust.org
- Phone: (515) 573-2229
- Address: 1020 3rd Ave. So
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