Crystal Ballroom at the Rice is a 1913 historic ballroom located in the heart of downtown Houston's Rice Hotel, offering wedding receptions and events for up to 800 guests. The venue features 35-foot ceilings, crystal chandeliers, heroic murals, a full wrap-around balcony and covered terrace overlooking downtown Houston, a dance floor, and a 1,400 to 1,500 square foot adjoining parlor. Originally the capitol of the Republic of Texas, the ballroom has hosted figures including Presidents Franklin D. Roosevelt, John F. Kennedy, and Dwight Eisenhower, as well as Jackie Kennedy, who delivered her only political speech in the Crystal Ballroom. Located in downtown Houston, convenient to the George R. Brown Convention Center, Hobby Airport, Minute Maid Park, and the Theatre District. Couples highlight the stunning architecture, accommodating food and beverage service for large guest counts (including allergy accommodations for 245 guests), the wrap-around balcony as a standout feature, and an in-house team that coordinates details without requiring a separate wedding planner.
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