Venue 1886

01/14/2025

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Good Afternoon! As most of you know I only rent the space the venue is at, I do not own the building. With that being said, the owner of the building has decided it is best to try and sell the building, so I will no longer be renting it after April. I was aware that this could happen, so I have absolutely no hard feelings. All is well! It’s just bittersweet for sure!

Venue 1886 will more than likely be closing its doors, around April 20th, 2025. I do have a few dates available for rental, if anyone is needing/ wanting to rent the space before then. I am so thankful for the support I have gotten is such a short period of time. I was hoping to grow more, and it is so bitter sweet, but things happen for a reason, so I am staying hopeful. 🖤

Dates Available for rental:
January: 18th, 19th, 26th
February: 9th
March: 8th, 9th, 22nd, 23rd, 30th
April: 6th, 13th

12/27/2024

Small Christmas Party at the Venue 🖤

Also, Check out the beautiful restored Buggy, that is now placed right here in the venue!! 😍
This Buggy was made in 1889!! I am so thankful, and so excited to have it here, for all your backdrop & picture needs! 🖤

Book your next event today!!

12/08/2024

Thankful for Angry Cow Engraving for making my cute door sign for the venue!🤩🤎

This a small door sign I was able to do for a new small local event business.

Venue 1886! Get ahold of Syd Henson for any event, party, or celebration you got!

11/30/2024

Backdrop set up inside the Venue, for Hometown Christmas, Benton, IL!

FREE!! (You take them yourselves) Just come on inside, and get some cute pictures!!🎄🎄

https://facebook.com/events/s/annual-hometown-christmas/1891912144607355/

11/26/2024

It is not too late to book a Christmas party or News Year event at the Venue!!🎉🎄

*I have this set up for a Christmas session, but I will be keeping it up for decor for the venue as well! 🙂

11/15/2024

These are the two backdrops available whenever you rent with us!🤩 no extra charge!!

Also, tables & chairs were delivered today!! Getting closer to hosting our first event!!🖤

11/13/2024

✨✨Book your next event with us!!✨✨
Schedule a walk through today, and ✅ venue off the list!

Updated pricing, and what rental includes is listed below!! All deposits will go towards total cost!🖤

Also, be on the lookout for a small open house hopefully soon! 🎄🖤

11/06/2024

lights are going up 🤩

I am going to start taking reservations beginning in December!! Don’t wait too long to get on the books!!

If you’d like to come look around and possibly book your next event, let me know!! I will start showing the place end of November, when everything is ready!🖤

11/04/2024

🖤Welcome to Venue 1886 🖤
1101 Public Sq, Benton, IL

Nestled in the heart of the city, our intimate event venue offers a unique blend of charm and simplicity, perfect for gatherings of up to 50 guests. The space features exposed brick walls and concrete floors, creating a warm and inviting atmosphere. Large front windows that flood the room with natural light, enhancing the overall ambiance!

I have listed a general pricing sheet, pinned to the page! Below is a picture to give a little insight! There is still a little more to be done, but hopefully we will be accepting rentals by end of November!! 😍 if you’d like to get on the books, or see the place, please send us a message!!🤎

11/04/2024