A Historic Wedding Venue in New Albany, Indiana
Where history, elegance, and your love story meet.
A Wedding Venue That Began With A Wedding.
In 1886, this mansion was built as a wedding gift, a home made for the people who would marry and make their life here. More than a century later, it's still where love stories begin. Exchange your vows beneath a glowing ballroom ceiling, celebrate under crystal chandeliers, and gather everyone you love inside one of Southern Indiana's most distinctive historic venues, just minutes from downtown Louisville.
Your whole day, start to finish, in one unforgettable place.
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.
Why Couples Choose Mansion 1886
A venue unlike any other, where every space is yours for the day.
Everything Under One Roof.
When you book your wedding at Mansion 1886, you don't book a single room, you get the entire mansion. A private suite to get ready in, a grand ballroom, a mezzanine with the best view in the house, intimate parlor rooms for cocktails and quiet moments, and a market-lit courtyard for everything in between. Marry in one space and celebrate in another, with our team handling the transitions so the day flows beautifully from "getting ready" to the last dance.
Yours, And Only Yours, For The Day.
We host just one wedding a day, so you're the only event on the entire property. The whole mansion belongs to you and your guests, with no other celebrations sharing the space and no one rushing you through your own day.
A Setting With Real Character.
Restored woodwork, grand pocket doors, a sweeping staircase, and a ballroom ceiling finished in soft white and cream beneath a striking diamond pattern. The kind of timeless backdrop that makes photos breathtaking, and means you'll spend less on décor, because the mansion is already stunning on its own.
A Private Bridal Suite.
A calm, elegant space with room for hair and makeup, a private bathroom, and a kitchenette, so you and your people can relax and savor the morning before it all begins. Included with every wedding package.
Service That Stays With You.
From your first tour to your final dance, our team is known for thoughtful, detail-obsessed support. Clear communication, real coordination, and a calm presence on the day itself, so you can simply be present in your own wedding.
Saying "I Do" To 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 the day that's yours.
Plan With Support
We help with floor plans, logistics, and add-ons all the way to the big day.
Your Wedding Inside Mansion 1886
Because a wedding here is a whole-building celebration, each of these spaces is yours from morning to midnight.
The Ballroom
The heart of it all, with a crystal chandelier and a beautifully restored ceiling. It holds up to 240 guests and transforms gracefully from ceremony to dinner to dancing as the night unfolds.
The Mezzanine
An elevated overlook of the celebration below. Lovely for additional seating, a quiet vantage point, and some of the most memorable photos of the entire evening.
The Mansion Rooms
Elegant parlor rooms full of historic detail. Perfect for your cocktail hour, a sweetheart moment, or the smaller gatherings that surround the main event.
The Bridal Suite
Your private retreat to get ready in, with hair and makeup space, a private bathroom, and a kitchenette. Included with every wedding package.
The Courtyard
A charming open-air space framed by historic brick and warm market lights. Beautiful for a cocktail hour, mingling between moments, or a breath of evening air.
Thoughtful Details, Handled
Every wedding at Mansion 1886 includes the whole building and the essentials to bring it to life:
Whole-mansion access for up to 240 guests
Private bridal suite, included with every wedding package
Ballroom and mezzanine seating
Elegant mansion rooms for cocktail hours and smaller moments
The courtyard for open-air gatherings
Tables, chairs, linens (black, white, or ivory), in-stock centerpieces, 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, so your toasts flow effortlessly and you have 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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"We recently held my daughter's wedding and reception at Mansion 1886, and the team was incredible. They made planning effortless and ensured that my daughter's vision came to life. Do yourself a favor and just book it. You won't be disappointed!"
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Melissa R.
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"I love working with Mansion 1886 for events! The staff is professional, accommodating, and always thinks of all the details I might miss. They go above and beyond to work with your schedule for setup, which alleviates so much stress."
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Jessica S.
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"Absolutely love Mansion 1886 venue and staff! Had our wedding there in August and it went so smoothly. They were such a big help and walked me through everything that needed to be done, before and on our big day."
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Mackenzie H.
Wedding Packages And Pricing
Wedding rentals are whole-building, for up to 240 seated guests, with the bridal suite always included.
Friday or Saturday, $4,950
Whole building rental (up to 240 seated guests)
Bridal suite included
Tables, chairs, linens (black, white, or ivory), in-stock centerpieces, and setup
Access: 10:00 AM to Midnight
Pre-planning appointments (ask for details)
Sunday through Thursday, $3,495
Whole building rental (up to 240 seated guests)
Bridal suite included
Tables, chairs, linens (black, white, or ivory), in-stock centerpieces, and setup
Access: 10:00 AM to Midnight
Pre-planning appointments (ask for details)
Personalize your day, optional add-ons:
Extra setup hours before event, $150/hour
Additional event hours, $250/hour
Additional bridal suite (2 hours), $295
Upgraded linens (variety of colors), $15/linen
Pipe & drape, starting at $40
Day-of coordination, $595
Room flip, $795
Frequently Asked Questions
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Yes. Mansion 1886 is designed to host your entire day in one place. Many couples marry in the ballroom, gather guests in the mezzanine or parlor rooms while the space is reset, then return for cocktail hour, dinner, and dancing. With your whole-building rental, you have the spaces and the flexibility to flow from "I do" to the last dance without your guests ever leaving the venue.
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Mansion 1886 seats up to 240 guests. The ballroom holds the main celebration, and the mezzanine adds elevated overflow seating with a beautiful view of the festivities below.
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Every wedding package is a whole-building rental for up to 240 guests and includes the private bridal suite, tables, chairs, linens (black, white, or ivory), in-stock centerpieces, and setup. You'll also have access to the catering prep kitchen, the built-in bar, the mansion rooms, the mezzanine, and the courtyard. Access runs 10:00 AM to midnight.
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We recommend reaching out as soon as you have a date in mind. Because we host just one wedding a day, popular dates can fill quickly, so the earlier you connect with us, the better your chances of securing the day you want. Reach out and we'll let you know right away whether your date is available.
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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.
Your Love Story Belongs Here
Come see the place where 1886 weddings began, and where yours can begin, too. Tour the mansion, picture your day in every room, and let us help you make it unforgettable.
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.