St. James 1868 Event Venue

Name: St. James 1868 Event Venue
Address: 833 W Wisconsin Avenue, Milwaukee, WI, 53233, US
Telephone: +14145145555
Price range: $$$
Rating: 5

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St. James 1868 Event Venue

We're St. James 1868, a historic, European Styled Premier Wedding Venue located in Milwaukee!
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08/15/2025

Your wedding morning sets the tone for the entire day - and at St. James 1868, it begins like no other 👑

In the Duchess Suite, natural light pours over antique details as you and your ladies-in-waiting sip champagne and share those once-in-a-lifetime moments.

In the Duke Suite, rich leather, warm wood, and perfectly poured drinks create a space fit for kings — the kind of place where the groom and his court can relax, laugh, and get camera-ready.

These aren’t just rooms… they’re your private royal quarters, designed to make you feel like the main event from the very first moment.

08/07/2025

If you're envisioning a wedding that blends iconic style with warm fall charm—this is your sign.

Swipe to see one of our favorite HYDE floor plans from our recent showcase that seats 130 guests—designed to inspire your own celebration. This layout brings together effortless flow, timeless elegance, and our brand-new wood + white dance floor we’re completely obsessed with. 🤍

The design? Ralph Lauren meets Wimbledon. Navy linens, tailored florals, classic porcelain details—it’s all about refined charm with a touch of fall warmth.

A few coveted 2026 Saturday dates are still available in our Hyde venue this fall—and trust us, they won’t last long.

DM us to schedule a tour or reserve your date!

Photographer Stephanie Koppa - Photographer
Floral Jane Kelly Floral
Planning Renee Breanne Design + Co

07/31/2025

06/10/2025

Blue accents, satin bows, and pearls to perfection 💙

Grace, glam, and the sweetest group of girls to stand beside the bride getting ready in our Hathaway Suite. ✨

Wedding Coordinator | Evenement
Photographer | Heather Cook Elliott Photography

05/28/2025

Bold. Romantic. Unforgettable. ✨
Our St. James Royal Showcase was a masterclass in layered elegance—with every detail designed to inspire. This design was all about contrast—structured yet soft, bold yet refined—and proof that daring color and thoughtful styling can turn a celebration into an experience.

- A striking black and white T-shaped dance floor created a dramatic runway through the Abbey
- Apple green linens brought a fresh, unexpected contrast to each table
- Dozens of candelabras and candlesticks bathed the space in a soft, flickering glow
- Vintage china and flatware were artfully layered for depth and charm
- Mauve-toned roses added a touch of softness and romance throughout

A heartfelt thank you to the incredibly talented vendor team who brought this design to life and helped inspire so many of our future couples. Your creativity continues to amaze us!

Venue | St. James 1868 Event Venue
Planning | Events to a T
Photographer | Whitney and Matsaya Photography
Florist | Jane Kelly Floral
DJ. Lighting. Rentals | Sound By Design
Videographers | C Lee Creations Films By Design
Caterers | Tall Guy and a Grill Catering Noble Catering Saz's
Nadi Plates All Occasions Catering / Bubb's BBQ
Dessert | .scratch.catering
Cake | Whisk Chick
China, Flatware, Rentals | Dish & Decor Vintage Rental
Linens | BBJ La Tavola
Officiant |
Cotton Candy |
Bridal Boutique | White Dress Bridal Boutique
Abbey Hair+Makeup | The Bridal Beauty Team
Hyde Hair+Makeup | .beauty
Suits |
Paper Products & Calligrapher | Lettered by Shi
Live Fashion Illustrator | + ivy's Illustrations +
Live Music - Violin | Ashley Rewolinski
Live Music - Guitar |
Magazines Chicago Style Weddings

05/24/2025

Design Tip for Brides-to-Be ✨
Linens do more than cover tables—they set the tone for your entire reception. By alternating blue and white linens, visual interest, depth, and a sense of movement was added throughout the space.

This simple detail can elevate even the most classic layout, creating a cohesive look that feels intentional, elegant, and fresh. For this floor plan our bride chose to use our kings table as her head table to make it a focal point. The warmth of the wood added dimension ....and fun fact our kings tables were repurposed out of our church pews!

Never underestimate the power of color and texture in your wedding design. 💙🤍

Photo Heather CookElliott

05/14/2025

One moment. Two perspectives. ✨
In color, you feel the warmth.
In black and white, you feel the emotion.

05/06/2025

Steps from St. James, this ivy-covered wall offers the dreamiest backdrop for portraits. Lush, timeless, and full of texture—it’s one of those hidden gems that turns a simple moment into a work of art.

Whether it’s a quiet first look, a stolen kiss, or a joyful walk hand-in-hand, this spot never fails to deliver that photo moment.

Pro tip for our future royal couples: don’t miss this one. Your photographer will thank you! ✨

Venue: St. James 1868 Event Venue
St. James Wedding Coordinator: Danielle
Photographer:
Florist:
DJ/Band: David Charles Productions
Dress: White Dress Bridal Boutique
Hair + Makeup: The Bridal Beauty Team
Caterer:
Cake/Desserts: Mia Stav Cakes

01/09/2025

Basically the royal family 👑🤍

12/16/2024

We have just over a month to go for our 2025 Annual Showcase! We cannot wait to welcome our existing and prospective couples to St. James 1868 for the ROYAL TREATMENT! ⁠
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Once a year we transform The Abbey and The Hyde into spectacular reception spaces complete with floral displays, decor inspiration, pieces from our rental collection and more! ⁠
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📌 Sunday, January 19th is going to be an AMAZING day!⁠
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We have invited a variety of our preferred vendors to showcase their talents and offer you additional information as you explore an event with St James. Many of our preferred caterers will also be on site to provide samples, answer questions and give you the full St James experience!⁠
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Enjoy the visual displays, sip on a signature cocktail and immerse yourself in the Royal Experience with St James!⁠
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Whether you are a booked St James couple or looking to explore our luxury venue, we hope to see you there!⁠
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RSVP for this incredible event below!

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VENDOR PARTNERS⁠
Venue, Bar & Rentals | ⁠
Planning & Design | ⁠
Photographer | ⁠
Videography | ⁠
Florist | ⁠
DJ, Drape & Rentals |⁠
Officiant | ⁠
Caterers | ⁠
Dessert | .scratch.catering⁠
Cake | .chick⁠
Cotton Candy | ⁠
Rentals: Dinnerware | ⁠
Suits | ⁠
Bridal Boutique | ⁠
Permanent Bracelets | .milwaukee⁠
Paper Products & Calligrapher | ⁠
Live Fashion Illustrator | ⁠
Live Music - Violin | ⁠
Live Music - Guitar | ⁠

https://www.eventbrite.com/e/st-james-1868-annual-royal-wedding-showcase-tickets-1054876868109?utm-campaign=social&utm-content=attendeeshare&utm-medium=discovery&utm-term=listing&utm-source=cp&aff=ebdsshcopyurl

12/06/2024

Till ‘Dust’ do us part!

12/04/2024

Is there anything better than black and white stills in front of the Abbey's breathtaking double doors? After seeing Kasey and Jason's portraits...we're not so sure🖤⁠
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Caterer: ⁠
Cake/Desserts: ⁠
Photographer: ⁠
Videographer: ⁠
Entertainment: ⁠
Florist: ⁠
Hair + Makeup: Tina Witkowski, ⁠
Transportation: City Tours MKE

Address

833 W Wisconsin Avenue
Milwaukee, WI
53233

Telephone

+14145145555

Website

http://www.stjames1868.com/

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