A landmark of Elmhurst, Wilder Mansion is also an award-winning venue! For the 14th consecutive year, Wilder Mansion has earned the Couples’ Choice Award from WeddingWire. The award recognizes local wedding professionals who demonstrate superior quality, service, responsiveness, and professionalism. Using user reviews to determine the winners, the award is a testament to the exemplary experience that staff at Wilder Mansion provide guests, including wedding couples looking for unforgettable celebrations.
Wilder Mansion
The Elmhurst Park District is pleased you are considering Wilder Mansion for your special event. Located just 18 miles from downtown Chicago, this fully restored 1868 venue is the perfect place for your gathering or occasion, and our staff will be happy to help make all of your arrangements.
Since its opening in December 2008, Wilder Mansion has become the setting for weddings, receptions, corporate functions, meetings, showers, rehearsal dinners, holiday parties, banquets and brunches. The opportunities are endless, and an exclusive list of pre-approved caterers is available to help take your event to the next level.
Begin planning your event or schedule a visit today. Contact us at (630) 993-8186 or by email.
Wilder Mansion News
As of November 5, 2024, unofficial results indicate that a majority of Elmhurst Park District voters answered “yes” to the bond referendum request to raise revenue to improve, equip and maintain parks and facilities throughout the District, including replacing the Wagner Community Center; building a community bandshell at Wilder Park; adding permanent, heated restrooms at three parks and along the Prairie Path; and converting a grass field to artificial turf at Berens Park.
This evening, August 5, 2024, the Elmhurst Park District Board of Park Commissioners voted unanimously to give residents the choice to fund high-priority projects identified by the community through a referendum on the November 5, 2024 ballot.