Jacob Henry Mansion

Jacob Henry Mansion is a National Historic Landmark wedding venue in downtown Joliet, Illinois, offering ceremonies, receptions, and private events on a single estate campus. The estate includes the Old Central Church, the Victorian Ballroom, and Lawn and Gardens; the 1873 mansion features Renaissance Revival architecture with hand-carved walnut interiors, ornate fireplaces in every room, and 16,800 square feet across over 40 rooms. Built in 1873 by railroad magnate Jacob A. Henry, the mansion won the Architecture Award at the American Centennial Celebration in Philadelphia in 1876 and is recognized as the largest and best example of Renaissance Revival architecture still standing in Illinois. Located at 20 South Eastern Avenue in Joliet, Illinois, with nearby hotels, Airbnbs, and a casino within walking distance for guests. Couples and vendors consistently highlight the attentive staff, the on-site coordinator Susan's organized and patient approach to planning, the church's stained glass windows, and the restored Victorian interiors as standout features.