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About this venue
Naper Settlement is a charming wedding ceremony and reception venue located in Naperville, Illinois. The 13-acre outdoor history museum includes a variety of beautiful ceremony and reception spaces surrounded by lush gardens and unique architecture. Just minutes from Downtown Naperville and the Naperville Riverwalk, this venue is a 40-minute drive from downtown Chicago. Historic rooms are also available to rent for rehearsal dinners, wedding showers, and receptions. Book your tour today! Photos courtesy of Connor Steinkamp Photography, Susan Ryan Photography, Becky Brown Photography, Candace Sims Photography, and Susan Hobson Photography.
Our event spaces
Century Memorial Chapel
With seating for up to 150 guests, our non-denominational chapel is the perfect setting for your wedding ceremony.
Built in 1864, the charm and elegance of Century Memorial Chapel comes through in its original stained glass windows and decorative hand stenciling. The curved buttresses, carved pews and globe lighting highlight the Gothic Revival style of architecture.
Guest capacity
Up to 150 Seated
Up to 150 Standing
Ideal for
Wedding ceremony, Rehearsal dinner, Wedding shower, Engagement party
Guests often feel this space is
“Warm and cozy”
Included in this room:
Two hours for service and use of Century Memorial Chapel. One hour for rehearsal. Spacious carpeted wedding suite with full-length mirror and sofa. Naper Settlement rental attendant. Air-conditioned facilities. Seating for 150 people. Fully accessible with wheelchair lift to lower level. Suburban location near I-88 and I-355 tollways (near Aurora, Bolingbrook, Downers Grove, Lisle, Warrenville, Wheaton). Free parking available.
Birck Family Innovation Gateway
A new elegant and modern reception space.
The Birck Family Innovation Gateway features an elegant and modern reception space for up to 150 guests. Fall in love with large, floor-length windows that showcase panoramic views of the museum’s lush green spaces and enjoy the convenience of having your event in the heart of Downtown Naperville.
Guest capacity
Up to 150 Seated
Up to 150 Standing
Ideal for
Wedding reception, Rehearsal dinner, Wedding shower, Engagement party, Couples luncheon, Baraat
Included in this room:
4,800 total sq. ft. building Conveniently located in the heart of Downtown Naperville near I-88 and I-355 tollways (near Aurora, Bolingbrook, Downers Grove, Lisle, Warrenville, Wheaton) Free parking Fully accessible AV package available upon request Outdoor patio usage upon request Tables and chairs included
Century Memorial Chapel
With seating for up to 150 guests, our non-denominational chapel is the perfect setting for your wedding ceremony.
Built in 1864, the charm and elegance of Century Memorial Chapel comes through in its original stained glass windows and decorative hand stenciling. The curved buttresses, carved pews and globe lighting highlight the Gothic Revival style of architecture.
Guest capacity
Up to 150 Seated
Up to 150 Standing
Ideal for
Wedding ceremony, Rehearsal dinner, Wedding shower, Engagement party
Guests often feel this space is
“Warm and cozy”
Included in this room:
Two hours for service and use of Century Memorial Chapel. One hour for rehearsal. Spacious carpeted wedding suite with full-length mirror and sofa. Naper Settlement rental attendant. Air-conditioned facilities. Seating for 150 people. Fully accessible with wheelchair lift to lower level. Suburban location near I-88 and I-355 tollways (near Aurora, Bolingbrook, Downers Grove, Lisle, Warrenville, Wheaton). Free parking available.
Birck Family Innovation Gateway
A new elegant and modern reception space.
The Birck Family Innovation Gateway features an elegant and modern reception space for up to 150 guests. Fall in love with large, floor-length windows that showcase panoramic views of the museum’s lush green spaces and enjoy the convenience of having your event in the heart of Downtown Naperville.
Guest capacity
Up to 150 Seated
Up to 150 Standing
Ideal for
Wedding reception, Rehearsal dinner, Wedding shower, Engagement party, Couples luncheon, Baraat
Included in this room:
4,800 total sq. ft. building Conveniently located in the heart of Downtown Naperville near I-88 and I-355 tollways (near Aurora, Bolingbrook, Downers Grove, Lisle, Warrenville, Wheaton) Free parking Fully accessible AV package available upon request Outdoor patio usage upon request Tables and chairs included
Naper Settlement packages
Wedding and Reception Package
150 guests
Peak pricing $7,500-9,000
Off-peak pricing $7,500-9,000
This 8-hour rental package includes a wedding at Century Memorial Chapel followed by a reception. The reception area is located in the Birck Family Innovation Gateway, which fits up to 150 guests seated. Please inquire about pricing.
- tables and chairs
- Rental Attendant
- Outdoor patio for cocktail hour
- Exclusive catering list
- free parking
Available services that can be provided by Naper Settlement
Services & amenities
- Clean up
- Dressing room / Bridal Suite
- Set up
- Wheelchair accessible
Transportation & access
- Self parking - free
Rentals
- Standard Chairs
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