Atlanta History Center

Raw space venue

The venue will provide just the space. You’ll bring in your own caterer and vendors.

Full wedding (ceremony and reception) pricing

Starting at $15,000

Guest capacity

Up to 300 seated guests

About this venue

As a facility rental, we provide tables and folding chairs inside, as well as complimentary parking. All outdoor furniture will need to be rented. Catering would be provided through one of our amazing catering companies we partner with and can average $120 to $200 per guest. Beverage service and bartenders are additional and are provided by the History Center. It is about $65 per person for a 4-hour premium full bar. We have a full property minimum on Saturdays of a peak month: April, May, June, September, and October. The facility rental fee for the Swan Gardens, Atlanta History Museum, and Grand Overlook ballroom on a Saturday is $12,500 and we have an additional $5,500 beverage minimum. Fridays and Sundays are $10,000 with a $2,500 beverage minimum. Most of our weddings can expect to spend between $400 to $1,000 per guest after all vendors and costs are added up and divided out per guest.

Seated guest capacity

  • 1-300

Venue type

  • Ballrooms, Banquet Halls
  • Historic Estates, Mansions
  • Museums, Galleries
  • Parks, Gardens

Venue setting

  • Indoor
  • Outdoor
130 W Paces Ferry Rd NW, Atlanta, GA 30305

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McElreath Hall

A versatile space that can be transformed for your day.

McElreath Hall is one of our most versatile spaces where a sky-lit atrium creates a welcoming entrance for the Draper Room, our boutique ballroom. The Draper Room offers a warm and gracious atmosphere with three art deco gold chandeliers and floor-to-ceiling windows with views of the quarry garden and is an ideal location for an intimate wedding ceremony, upscale rehearsal dinner, special occasions and other social celebrations.

Guest capacity

1-60 Seated

1-60 Standing

Ideal for

Wedding reception

Guests often feel this space is

“Warm and Inviting”

Available services that can be provided by Atlanta History Center

Services & amenities

  • Bar services
  • Clean up
  • Event staff
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Wifi

Transportation & access

  • Self parking - free

Rentals

  • Standard Chairs

Atlanta History Center menu options

$65-65 per guest

Premium Full 4-Hour Bar after tax, service charge, and gratuity

  • Tableside wines service
  • Premium shelf
  • Cocktail hour
  • Champagne toast

Reviews

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  • Most beautiful venue in Atlanta!

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    •Lanier L.•Apr 29, 2024

    We had the most beautiful wedding (ceremony on fountain side of swan house, cocktail hour on columns side of swan house, and reception in the overlook ballroom). We worked with Steven who was so helpful in advising us - especially as we worked to stay in budget in the last few weeks leading up to the wedding.

  • One of the best and a personal favorite!

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    •Courtney, Drake Social•Oct 2, 2020

    The Atlanta History Center is a premier wedding venue in Atlanta. Along with the beautiful architecture and long history, they have a dream team operating behind the scenes. Steven, Robin and Sam are always available to assist with my clients needs. They offer prompt responses, detailed proposals and thoughtful solutions.

  • A stunning backdrop

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    •Saffold•Oct 1, 2020

    I am a catering and event consultant for a firm in Atlanta. Our team produces many social and corporate events throughout the year at this gorgeous facility. The grounds are stunning and the Swan House is one of the most sought after backdrops in the city. The team is fantastic to work with and together we've produced many flawless events over the years! My favorite part of working here is to see the face of our clients light up when they enter the room for the first time. Always a winner in my book!

  • Amazing Venue

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    •Kristen•Oct 1, 2020

    Due to Covid, me and my husband had to postpone our big wedding plans but got to have an intimate ceremony and dinner with just family. It wound up being the most magical day/night! Working with the Swan house was such a smooth experience with fast communication and help during the planning process and day of. With such limited time to plan due to postponing our original wedding plans it all came together so nicely and perfect due to the super nice, helpful staff. And obviously it is the most beautiful venue! Highly recommend!!!!

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Caterer
Party Execs

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Caterer
Dennis Dean-A Catering
Florist
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