Can I have my wedding in a historic church in Indianapolis? 

Yes! The Estuary is a beautifully restored 1911 church designed by the same architectural firm that designed the Athenaeum and connected to the famous Vonnegut family of Indianapolis. Explore our downtown Indianapolis wedding options here. 

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Can guests or the wedding party stay on-site after the wedding?

Yes! As a wedding venue, we offer four separate guest suites right here at the Estuary that each sleep two to four people per space. Find details here.

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Is there Parking?
Yes. In addition to street parking on Alabama Street, there is Event Parking lot behind the Estuary off 15th Street. If you

have a wedding party with over 50 guests, we would suggest you promote sharing rides. We are only 2 blocks from Mass Ave parking garages. As with most downtown buildings, parking may be somewhat limited.

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What is the best small wedding venue in Indianapolis?
We host up to 140 guests at the Estuary which makes us a perfect small wedding venue for those looking for a historic, charming spot!

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How Do I Book My Event at your Indianapolis Event Venue?
Book events online by filling out the form on the "Plan Your Event" page. We will then contact you to firm up details for your event, arrange a tour, finalize food and drink plans etc.

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Is there Handicapped Accessibility?

Yes. We want all guests to be able to access our property! In addition to ramp systems, we also have an elevator for use during private events to access the Lower Level.

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​Are there Restaurants or Bars Near By?

Yes! We are less than a mile from the famed "Mass Ave" district of Indianapolis. Mass Ave in downtown Indianapolis is a vibrant, mile-long cultural arts district known for its boutiques, diverse restaurants, and historic architecture. Key attractions include the Bottleworks District, the Athenaeum, and public art installations, making it a premier destination for nightlife, shopping, and entertainment. (www.visitIndy.com)

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Do you provide Food and Alcohol Options?

No. As a full-service event venue, we do offer full kitchens onsite, we do not provide catering or bar services. We will happily offer you our list of preferred providers, or, you can contract a third party caterer.

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Do you have a Kitchen?

Yes. We have a full service kitchen onsite for your Catering company’s needs.

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How Do I Book a Tour of the Space?
You're absolutely right - you do need to SEE our incredible spaces! (As a historic event venue, so many details of the old church are visible and original!) Reach out to us by filling out the form on the "Plan Your Event" page to request a tour.