Weddings at Emil Bach House
Celebrate your special day with us in this historic Frank Lloyd Wright-designed home. This unique venue features beautiful landscaped gardens, a Japanese tea house, and a seasonal tent to protect your guests from sun and rain. You can plan to host rehearsal & dinner, wedding ceremony, micro wedding, or minimony, along with reception all in the same place. Lodging is also available for your wedding party, allowing you to turn your wedding into a relaxed weekend.
Emil Bach House is located in Chicago, less than 10 miles from the loop and downtown area. The home is also one block from Lake Michigan, which many couples enjoy for photo opportunities. We have pricing packages to fit into most budgets. Please contact us at 773-654-3959 or email us at stay@emilbachhouse.com for more information.
We are following the City of Chicago and State of Illinois directives and guidelines. Currently our capacity is 50 guests at this outdoor venue; however fully vaccinated guests do not count toward the total. Our maximum count is 80 guests and is based upon the mandated 6’ of distance between tables. While our normal capacity for outdoor wedding events at Emil Bach House events is 100 guests, we will follow the rapidly changing situation closely to ensure that our total guest limit allows for catering and event staff as well as for photographer, officiant, florist, etc. This provides for safe and comfortable space between tables and food service – for you and your guests. We require the wearing of masks during entry and when exiting the event, and have hand sanitizer stations throughout the common areas, in the house, and on the grounds. For our most up-to-date COVID-19 policies and practices, read here.
Micro Weddings
“Micro Weddings” are on the rise at Emil Bach House. This custom event can host your smaller group in accordance with City of Chicago and State of Illinois guidelines. We ensure social distancing for ceremony seating as well as for dining and beverage service. Our caterers can provide numerous dining and beverage options for this type of celebration.
Minimonies
We have seen a surge of small wedding ceremonies, with just a few important people in attendance, an officiant and photographer. Some of our “minimony” couples are holding their ceremonies now and planning their larger receptions for a later date. Your celebration could be the official marriage ceremony with photos and a toast, or you can add a brunch, luncheon, or small dinner party to follow. Our preferred caterers can assist you with planning the perfect celebration for your union.
Japanese tea house & Gardens
The Japanese tea house & gardens provide a beautiful setting for your day, and a space to relax for your guests. From May through October an outdoor tent provides shelter from the rain and sun, ensuring that your celebration is uninterrupted by weather.
Venue details & Amenities
- Outdoor Wedding & Reception: 50 Guests* as per April 29, 2021 City of Chicago
- Indoor Seated Dinner: 12 Guests
- Outdoor Tent (May – Oct)
- Japanese Tea House & Gardens
- Preferred Vendor List Available
- Custom Wedding Packages
- Overnight and Weekend Options
- Sleeps 6 people
*Fully Vaccinated guests do not count toward this total. Maximum capacity in 2021 is 80 guests based upon mandated 6’ of distance between tables (City of Chicago)
