The Indianapolis Propylaeum is a unique historic wedding venue in Indianapolis’ Old Northside neighborhood. Standing in its North Delaware Street location for nearly a century, The Propylaeum was formed as a civic organization for women in the city and named for the Greek word for “gateway” to allude to the opportunities it would usher to its members.

Facilities and Capacity
The experienced, professional Indianapolis Propylaeum staff is there to work with you to make your wedding a dream come true; they’ll work hard to ensure all details are just right, such as which of the three spaces would be best for your event; both indoor and outdoor spots are available. The maximum guest capacity is 125 people.

Accommodations
With The Indianapolis Propylaeum, your guests can party until they’re tired and then head to an on-site room to rest up for the night. The second and third floors of the mansion hold 6 overnight rooms, sleeping 14 guests. Additionally, there’s an on-site bridal suite and grooms parlor, which will certainly be useful come the big day.

Services & Amenities Offered
The Indianapolis Propylaeum provides a number of event items, including tables with linens and chairs with covers; they’ll take care of setup and teardown, too, which should be music to your ears. Services and offerings include:

• Outside vendors
• Audio equipment
• Dance floor
• Event tables
• Event Chairs
• Private parking lot with 45 spots
• Bar Area
• Baby Grand Piano

Location
The wheelchair-accessible venue is tied to all sorts of love-centric affairs, from elopements, ceremonies and receptions to engagement parties, rehearsal dinners, and bridal showers. Listed on the National Register of Historic Landmarks, The Propylaeum also maintains both a Victorian house and a carriage house on the grounds as well. This venue is just five minutes from all of the hubbub in downtown Indianapolis, and they offer tours of the mansion as well as on-site parking. The Indianapolis Propylaeum has hosted many kinds of other events since 1924, such as classes, fundraisers, and corporate dinners.

History
The idea for a building in Indianapolis that would support and cultivate women’s interests in art, science and education was put forth in the summer of 1888. Famed suffragist May Wright Sewell was named president and the name, Greek for “gateway” was chosen. By the winter, a lot was purchased at 17 East North Street, which is now the site of the World War Memorial Plaza. This first building was dedicated in 1891, while the current building was occupied by The Propylaeum in 1923.

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