Receptions

The Young Main Lounge, located within the Memorial Center, is a classic ballroom that comfortably accommodates up to 270 guests. With its high ceilings and stunning hardwood floors, it provides an elegant setting for any event.

Connected to the Young Main Lounge is the Joslin Atrium, an ideal space for your cocktail hour. Featuring floor-to-ceiling windows, the Atrium offers breathtaking views of our beautiful campus quad.

Young Main Lounge Pricing & What's Included

Young Main Lounge & Joslin Atrium Reception: $1,350

Available from 9:00 AM to 12:00 AM (Midnight)

• A dedicated Illinois Wesleyan Facility Coordinator to ensure everything is perfectly set up for your event
• Ample free parking for you and your guests
• Two bridal party rooms located in the same building
• Access to any AV and sound equipment available in the spaces
• Use of in-stock furniture: tables, chairs, stage, easels, etc.
• Table linens and napkins included
• Additional lines or napkins in different colors are available for an extra charge
• Setup and Teardown of our furniture and items

Young Main Lounge & Joslin Atrium Reception with Joslin Ceremony: $1,550 

Available from 9:00 AM to 12:00 AM (Midnight)

• A dedicated Illinois Wesleyan Facility Coordinator to ensure everything is perfectly set up for your event
• Ample free parking for you and your guests
• Two bridal party rooms located in the same building
• 1 hour of rehearsal time
• Access to any AV and sound equipment available in the spaces
• Use of in-stock furniture: tables, chairs, stage, easels, etc.
• Table linens and napkins included
• Additional lines or napkins in different colors are available for an extra charge
• Setup and Teardown of our furniture and items

For an added touch, the Tufler Room, located right next to the Joslin Atrium, is available for the bridal party to prepare and for a perfect walk down the aisle.

We’re here to make your event seamless and memorable!

Young Main  Lounge Ceremony (Only): $900 

• 4-hour event space reservation
• 1 hour of rehearsal time before your wedding
• Use of in-stock furniture, including tables, chairs, stage, easels, etc.
• Setup and Teardown of our furniture and items
• Access to any available AV and sound equipment
• Cartwright Room for the bridal party to get ready

Our event coordinator will discuss your needs to ensure everything is set up for the big day.

Affiliated pricing is available. For more details, please call us at (309) 556 - 3100 or email us at weddings@iwu.edu 

Nestled within the Memorial Center, right next to the Young Main Lounge, the Joslin Atrium is a stunning glass-enclosed space with beautiful views of our campus quad. This intimate venue is perfect for smaller events or a stylish cocktail hour. It accommodates up to 130 guests for a ceremony and can host 80-100 guests for a reception, depending on your preferred layout.

Joslin Atrium Pricing & What's Included

Joslin Reception (Only): $830 

Available from 9:00 AM to 12:00 AM (Midnight)

• A dedicated Illinois Wesleyan Facility Coordinator to ensure everything is perfectly set up for your event
• Ample free parking for you and your guests
• Access to any AV and sound equipment available in the spaces
• Use of in-stock furniture: tables, chairs, stage, easels, etc.
• Table linens and napkins included
• Additional lines or napkins in different colors are available for an extra charge
• Setup and Teardown of our furniture and items

Joslin Ceremony (Only): $750 

• 4-hour event reservation
• 1 hour of rehearsal time
• A dedicated Illinois Wesleyan Facility Coordinator to ensure everything is perfectly set up for your event
• Ample free parking for you and your guests
• Joslin Atrium available as a rain location

We’re here to make your event smooth, memorable, and stress-free!

Quad & Joslin Staircase (Outdoor Ceremony): $450

• 2-hour event reservation (ceremony only)
• 1 hour of rehearsal time
• A dedicated Illinois Wesleyan Facility Coordinator to ensure everything is perfectly set up for your event
• Ample free parking for you and your guests
• Use of in-stock furniture: 2 kneelers, 4 flower stands, 1 altar table, 1 podium, 1 lectern, 2 half-moon tables, and 1 easel
• Setup and teardown of furniture and items

Please note: Chairs are not included; your preferred vendor will provide and set up chairs for the wedding day.

 

Our event coordinator will discuss your needs to ensure everything is set up for the big day.

Affiliated pricing is available. For more details, please call us at (309) 556 - 3100 or email us at weddings@iwu.edu 

The Hansen Center Court offers a stylish and modern setting for your reception. With seating for up to 180 on the main floor and additional seating available on the balcony, it’s perfect for gatherings of all sizes. The space also includes a private room and Tommy's on the lower level, ideal for a pre-reception event.

Availability

The Hansen Center Court is available for weddings and social gatherings exclusively during the summer months of June and July.

Hansen Center Court Pricing & What's Included

Hansen Center Court Reception: $1,850

Available from 9:00 AM to 12:00 AM (Midnight)

• A dedicated Illinois Wesleyan Facility Coordinator to ensure everything is perfectly set up for your event
• Ample free parking for you and your guests
• One conference room access
• Access to Tommy's 
• Access to any AV and sound equipment available in the spaces
• Use of in-stock furniture: tables, chairs, stage, easels, etc.
• Table linens and napkins included
• Additional lines or napkins in different colors are available for an extra charge
• Setup and Teardown of our furniture and items

Hansen Center Court Ceremony (Only): $1,000

• 4-hour event reservation
• 1 hour of rehearsal time
• A dedicated Illinois Wesleyan Facility Coordinator to ensure everything is perfectly set up for your event
• Ample free parking for you and your guests
• One conference room access 
• Access to any AV and sound equipment available in the spaces
• Use of in-stock furniture: chairs
• Setup and Teardown of our furniture and items

Rent your own chairs and receive a special discount!

 

Our event coordinator will discuss your needs to ensure everything is set up for the big day.

Affiliated pricing is available. For more details, please call us at (309) 556 - 3100 or email us at weddings@iwu.edu