Ideal for receptions and dinners of up to 120 guests, the First Floor features the inviting drawing room, dining room, parlor, library and adjoining outdoor spaces. The mature magnolia, beautiful landscaping, and vista provide a setting of which even the discerning Mary Lincoln would approve. Following a seated ceremony on the expansive South Lawn, guests may enjoy drinks from an outdoor bar, roam the rooms of this historic house, and enjoy an enchanting dinner inside or under the stars. Capacity: 175 Reception / 100 Seated Dinner (note - not all seating will be in one room) For seated dinner with full room sightlines, maximum of 100 guests. *Prices are subject to change at any time

Our most popular option! After a seated ceremony on the serene South Lawn of President Lincoln’s Cottage, guests will enjoy sipping cocktails while exploring the First Floor of this historic home. Your guests will then be invited to an evening of dinner and dancing under a tent on one of our lawns. Capacity: North Lawn 100 Guests / Visitor Center Lawn 350 Guests *Prices are subject to change at any time

It may be called a “Cottage”, but this spacious Gothic Revival home is a true Presidential retreat and features high ceilings, beautiful wood paneling, and period-style lighting. This option includes both floors of President Lincoln’s Cottage and the surrounding lawns. After a seated ceremony on the expansive South Lawn, guests may enjoy a cocktail reception on the First Floor followed by a seated dinner on the Second Floor. After dinner, the reception will continue to the First Floor — a perfect spot for cake cutting and a first dance. Capacity: 350 Reception / 200 Seated Dinner (note - not all seating will be in one room) For seated dinner with full room sightlines, maximum of 100 guests. *Prices are subject to change at any time

For small outdoor-only events, a tent may be erected on the North Lawn adjacent to the Cottage. Having Lincoln and his horse under your tent will enchant guests for the evening. Restrooms are conveniently located in nearby Beaux Arts - style Visitor Education Center. 6-hour rental: $3,000 Tent must be reserved separately through our exclusive tenting provider. Pricing start at $5,850 *Prices are subject to change at any time

For large outdoor-only events, a tent may be erected on the lawn of our Beaux Arts-style visitor center. The pastoral grounds make for a charming backdrop while restrooms are conveniently located in the visitor center. 6-hour rental: $4,000 Tent must be reserved separately through our exclusive tenting provider. Pricing start at $5,850 *Prices are subject to change at any time

This option will provide your group with EXCLUSIVE use of the historic site for the day. Get ready in the Cottage, have brunch on the grounds, and ensure your vendors have plenty of time to set up for your special day. After a picturesque ceremony on the South Lawn, guests may enjoy cocktails on both floors of President Lincoln’s Cottage. Following cocktails, enjoy an evening reception on any one of our tented lawns. The Robert H. Smith Visitor Education Center and its exhibit galleries will also be open for the duration of the event. Capacity: North Lawn 100 Guests / Visitor Center Lawn 350 Guests *Pricing is subject to change at any time