Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Historic Wedding & Event Venue in New Orleans
Elms Mansion has been a cornerstone of New Orleans hospitality since 1952, offering one of the city's most iconic venues for weddings and private events. Our historic Italianate mansion, built in 1869, combines European elegance with Southern charm through its hand-carved marble mantels, 24-karat gold sconces, and 48-foot grand ballroom. With over six decades of experience hosting corporate functions and social gatherings, we pride ourselves on delivering flawless service complemented by award-winning New Orleans cuisine.Our team's deep understanding of local traditions and commitment to personalized attention ensures every event reflects the unique vision of our clients. As the only historic home on St. Charles Avenue offering event services, we maintain rigorous standards of preservation while providing modern amenities for guest comfort. Our reputation for excellence is evidenced by decades of repeat clients and glowing testimonials from satisfied customers across the globe.
Services
Weddings
Private Events
Virtual Tours
Food Service
Venue Rentals
Garden Ceremonies
Corporate Functions
Historical Tours
Catering
Photo Shoots
Details
- Year established: 1952
Highlights and features
- We offer a historic venue with period furnishings and lush gardens
- Our team provides exceptional Southern hospitality and personalized service
- We serve award-winning New Orleans cuisine with modern culinary techniques
- Our property has received consistent rave reviews from global clientele
- We maintain the only historic event venue on St. Charles Avenue
What people say
Rave reviews
Beautiful venue
Excellent cuisine
Flawless service
Gorgeous floral displays
Services
Weddings
Host your ceremony in a historic Italianate mansion with period furnishings and lush gardens. Our team ensures every detail is perfect, from floral arrangements to gourmet cuisine. Ideal for couples seeking a timeless New Orleans wedding experience.
Private Events
Celebrate birthdays, anniversaries, or special occasions in our grand ballroom with jeweled windows. Enjoy customized menus and professional service in a setting that combines European elegance with Southern charm.
Corporate Functions
Host conferences, meetings, or networking events in our historic mansion with modern amenities. Benefit from our experience serving major corporations with exceptional hospitality and award-winning catering services.
Virtual Tours
Explore our historic property through digital tours showcasing the grand ballroom, period furnishings, and garden spaces. Ideal for planning events or experiencing our European-style architecture from anywhere.
Catering
Enjoy award-winning New Orleans cuisine featuring local ingredients and traditional recipes. Our culinary team creates customized menus for weddings and events with exceptional presentation and flavor.
Questions
What makes Elms Mansion unique for weddings?
Our 1869 Italianate mansion offers period furnishings, jeweled windows, and lush gardens in New Orleans' historic Garden District.
Do you offer catering services for events?
Yes, we provide award-winning New Orleans cuisine with customizable menus for weddings and private events.
Can we host both ceremony and reception at Elms Mansion?
Yes, we offer both indoor mansion ceremonies and outdoor garden ceremonies with reception space available.
Is Elms Mansion accessible by public transportation?
Yes, we're located on St. Charles Avenue near streetcar stop 18, blocks from the French Quarter.
Do you accommodate out-of-town wedding guests?
Yes, our central location provides easy access to major hotels and attractions for visiting guests.
What event sizes can you accommodate?
We host intimate gatherings up to large celebrations in our 48-foot grand ballroom and gardens.
Reviews (4)
Joshua Talboom
Jun 03, 2022
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I DJed a friend's wedding here. The Mansion is an exquisite slice of old New Orleans history, beautifully adorned with room upon room of olden treasures. In addition, the entire staff there were the nicest people I have ever worked with at a wedding venue. If you want a historic venue with amazing staff for your event, the Elms Mansion is without equal!
Seth The Chef
Mar 24, 2022
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This wa the bet job I've ever worked at Thank you so much! If looking for a wedding venue I would recommend this one 10/10
Jennifer Smith Andrew Rodriguez
Feb 17, 2022
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I couldn't imagine getting married anywhere else; everything about the Elms Mansion was PERFECT! The ambiance, the staff, the food, the location, the history, you truly can't beat it! Our guests were in awe all night and my husband and I felt like we were in a dream. Thank you to Jessica at the Elms, who went above and beyond to help us plan (and replan) three different wedding dates due to COVID and hurricane Ida. She puts so much heart into her work, and was so kind and helpful during a very stressful time. We will always love the Elms and the amazing people who work there!
Renee A.
Feb 13, 2022
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Had my wedding reception and a Christmas party at this beautiful mansion. Love the rich history! Hoping that it becomes a family tradition and that my children get married here, too. Staff was awesome! Food tasted great.
