The Kemp (1300 Lamar Street) was built in 1917 at the request of Flora Kemp who, when asked by her husband Joseph what she would like for her birthday, suggested a public library. The library opened its doors in 1918 with a donation of 4000 books provided by the community. In 1998, the City of Wichita Falls leased the then-defunct historic building to the Arts Council, which began an extensive renovation project to restore the building. The result was The Kemp Center for the Arts, which opened it’s doors in 2002.

Whether you are planning a large reception of 250 guests, an outdoor ceremony, or a small intimate gathering, The Connellee Hotel & Civic Center can meet all of your needs! Choose from the lovely historic Roof Garden ballroom with its spectacular views, the light and airy West Room, or the beautiful and art-filled East Room. Our newest addition the "Lumber Yard Event Center" offers rustic elegance and is adjacent to the serene "Grimes Memorial Garden", both available for your important event.

Pair your next event with WINE! English Newsom Cellars makes the perfect setting for your events this season. From birthday parties and baby showers to anniversaries, graduation parties and class reunions our multi-functional spaces make English Newsom Cellars the perfect venue for any event. Exclusive use of event facilities during the hours of your scheduled event: • Event set-up beginning at noon on the day of your event • On-Site Manager available to answer questions • 18 60” round tables & 200 folding chairs • One setup & breakdown is included. Additional setup available for an added cost. Additional tables and chairs are available from one of our preferred vendors at an additional cost

Located at 2120 Speedway Avenue, The Forum is a truly elegant building that was built in the 1920’s with Mediterranean influences and the iconic front arches. It has over 11,000 square feet of event space and 6 distinct and interconnecting room options, as well as front and back outdoor courtyard spaces. You can have a private ceremony with only a few guests or a reception of up to 500, our spaces can be tailored to your day and we provide several pricing options that can be customized. Thanks to our recently renovated and upgraded partition walls there is endless versatility for you to make it your own. The Forum can give you the perfect bride and groom suite’s as well as ceremony and reception space all in our location.