A Historic Nonprofit Gala Venue in New Albany, Indiana
Where history, elegance, and impact meet.
A Setting Worthy Of Your Mission.
Built in 1886 and beautifully restored, Mansion 1886 brings historic character and timeless elegance to the events that matter most to your cause, just minutes from downtown Louisville. From fundraising galas and auctions to donor appreciation dinners and awareness campaigns, it's a setting that elevates your message and inspires the people who make your work possible.
Your mission deserves a place that helps it shine.
Wondering if your date is available?
Reach out through our inquiry form or by scheduling a tour, and we'll confirm your date's availability first thing.
Events We Host
Mansion 1886 is a meaningful setting for mission-driven events, including:
Fundraising galas and annual dinners
Silent and live auctions
Donor and volunteer appreciation events
Community award ceremonies
Board meetings and strategic planning retreats
Awareness campaign launches
Networking mixers and partnership events
Workshops, trainings, and speaker series
Why Nonprofits Choose Mansion 1886
A Venue Unlike Any Other, Ready To Elevate Your Cause.
A setting that elevates your cause
Restored woodwork, grand pocket doors, crystal chandeliers, and a ballroom ceiling finished in soft white and cream beneath a striking diamond pattern. It's a refined, memorable backdrop that makes donors feel valued and your mission feel significant, and it means you'll spend less on décor, because the mansion is already stunning on its own.
Spaces that flex to fit
Host an intimate board retreat in the mansion rooms or a 240-guest gala in the ballroom, with flexible layouts for auctions, presentations, seated dinners, and receptions. Choose just the space you need, or take the whole building.
Yours alone for the day
We host one event at a time, so the mansion belongs to your organization and your guests. No competing events, no distractions, just a dignified setting focused entirely on your cause.
A team that gets it
Our team is known for thoughtful, detail-obsessed support and clear communication, from your first tour through the close of your event, so you can focus on your guests and your mission instead of the logistics.
Booking Mansion 1886 Is Simple
Reach Out
Get in touch through our inquiry form or by scheduling a tour. Either way, we'll confirm your date's availability right away.
Get Your Proposal
We'll send a personalized proposal with your date's pricing and options.
Reserve Your Date
Lock in your event date with confidence.
Plan With Support
We help with floor plans, layouts, and add-ons all the way to event day.
Your Event Inside Mansion 1886
Choose the space that fits your event. Smaller gatherings can book the Mansion Rooms on their own, while larger events take the whole building. Capacity varies by setup, whether you need rounds for a gala dinner, theater-style for a presentation, or open floor for an auction, so share your format when you reach out and we'll confirm the right fit.
The Ballroom
The heart of the mansion, with a crystal chandelier and a beautifully restored ceiling. It holds up to 240 guests and adapts easily to galas, auctions, dinners, and presentations.
The Mezzanine
An elevated overlook of the event below. Ideal for additional seating, honored guests, or a distinctive vantage point during programs and presentations.
The Mansion Rooms
Elegant parlor rooms that seat up to 50, available on their own or as part of the whole building. Perfect for board meetings, donor receptions, planning retreats, and smaller gatherings.
The VIP Suite
A private space for keynote speakers, honorees, or board members to prepare and regroup before they step out. Available with whole-building rentals.
The Courtyard
A charming open-air space framed by historic brick and warm market lights. A welcome spot for a reception or a networking break under the stars. Available with whole-building rentals.
Thoughtful Details, Handled.
Every nonprofit event at Mansion 1886 comes with the essentials to keep your day running smoothly:
Flexible spaces for up to 240 guests
Choice of Mansion Rooms or whole-building rental
Ballroom and mezzanine seating
AV-ready spaces for presentations and programs
Tables, chairs, linens (black, white, or ivory), and setup
Catering prep kitchen for your caterer
Built-in bar with in-house bartending and beverage package options
Curated preferred vendor list, with an approval process for outside vendors
Accessible entrance and renovated restrooms
49 on-site parking spaces plus free street parking nearby
A Glimpse Inside Mansion 1886
Raise A Glass, We've Got The Bar Covered.
Mansion 1886 offers in-house bartending and curated beverage packages, from a simple non-alcoholic service to full bar options, perfect for galas, receptions, and donor events. It's one less vendor to manage. Please note that outside alcohol is not permitted.
Preferred Vendors
To make planning easier, we maintain a curated list of trusted vendors who know the mansion well. You're also welcome to bring vendors of your own. We just ask that any outside vendor be approved by Mansion 1886 ahead of time, a quick step that helps keep your event cohesive and free of surprises. Your caterer is welcome to use our on-site prep kitchen.
Loved By The People Who Celebrate Here.
From weddings to galas to milestone celebrations, our guests say it best.
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"This place is beautiful! Our coordinator was amazing! She literally helped and did so much to make my day go smoothly, and it was perfect! I can not thank her enough! Highly, highly suggest hosting your event here!"
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Danielle N.
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"Everything was set up wonderfully and the venue was amazing. The staff was especially helpful with everything. Overall, we had such a wonderful time. Would definitely recommend for any event you're planning."
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Ken F.
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"Attended a party at the Mansion and everything was perfect. Staff was super friendly and helpful, clean and spacious area, all around great! Would highly recommend to anyone looking for rental space for a gathering."
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Gerri F.
Choose the space that fits your event. The Mansion Rooms are available on their own for smaller gatherings, or rent the whole building for larger events.
Nonprofit Event Packages And Pricing
Mansion Rooms, up to 50 guests
Sunday through Thursday, $700
5-hour rental
Tables, chairs, linens, and setup
Friday or Saturday (limited availability), $1,200
7-hour rental
Tables, chairs, linens (black, white, or ivory), in-stock centerpieces, and setup
Available for weekend bookings within 90 days of the event date (March through October) or anytime (November through February)
Whole Building, up to 240 guests
Any day of the week, $2,495
7-hour rental
Tables, chairs, linens (black, white, or ivory), in-stock centerpieces, and setup
Includes access to the full mansion, the VIP suite, and the courtyard
Optional add-ons
Extra setup hours before event, $150/hour
Additional event hours, $250/hour
Upgraded linens (variety of colors), $15/linen
In-stock centerpieces, starting at $15 per table
Pipe & drape, starting at $40
Pricing does not include sales tax. Bartender fees are additional and vary by guest count.
Frequently Asked Questions
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The Mansion Rooms are our elegant parlor rooms, seating up to 50 guests, and can be booked on their own for smaller events like board meetings, donor receptions, and planning retreats. The whole-building rental gives you the entire mansion for up to 240 guests, including the ballroom, mezzanine, mansion rooms, VIP suite, and courtyard. The VIP suite and courtyard are available with whole-building rentals.
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Up to 240 guests in a whole-building rental, with the ballroom and mezzanine together holding the full count. The Mansion Rooms seat up to 50 guests on their own.
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Yes. Our spaces are AV-ready and flexible, with room for staging, auction displays, presentations, and programs. Share the details of your event when you reach out and we'll make sure the space is ready for what you have planned.
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Yes. Tables, chairs, linens, and setup are included with your rental, so the essentials are handled before you arrive. Whole-building and weekend Mansion Rooms rentals also include in-stock centerpieces.
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Not necessarily. Our preferred vendor list is a curated group of professionals who know the mansion well, and it makes planning easier. You're also welcome to bring your own vendors. We just ask that any outside vendor be approved by Mansion 1886 ahead of time, a quick step that helps us keep your event cohesive and free of surprises. Reach out and we'll walk you through it.
Let's Make An Impact Together.
Give your next fundraiser, gala, or mission-driven event a setting that inspires. Tour the mansion, picture your event in the space, and let our team help you make it meaningful.
Send us your details and we'll reply with your date's availability and pricing.
See the space in person. Pick a time to walk through with our team.