The Indianapolis Propylaeum

We booked this place to stay while being there for the Indy 500. The innkeepers, Stephanie and Danny were great. We couldn't have asked for better service. They did a great breakfast and made it a personal interest that we were happy there. They were easy to talk to and made us feel very comfortable and welcome. In between going to events we got to relax and have some good conversations with them about things to do in Indianapolis. They are the jem of this place. The house is very historical. We love the architecture and the character it carries. It felt like living back in time before tv's and cell phones took our time from us. Very clean. I slept like a rock in the comfortable bed. I am thankful these places still exist and the atmosphere that brings family together. I can't wait to stay there again next year.

This was my first time at the venue in many many years. A friend hosted a birthday party here. It was dressed beautifully for the holidays! Heavy appetizers were provided. I'm not sure if the catering is set up by the venue or the host, but it was very nice. You can rent the building that includes several bedrooms. Based on the tour, it seemed the home still has most of it's original features. There is quite a bit of parking available and you don't find a TV in every room so it's perfect to stay a bit off the grid.I look forward to coming back for one of their hosted events to see what else there is to offer.

A gorgeous venue in the heart of the Old Northside. Did you know you can:1) Rent the entire house, for an occasion or event for up to 14 people? Rates are typically between $800-1000, for a more affordable and memorable experience than a generic hotel: https://www.airbnb.com/rooms/475320822) Enjoy a formal afternoon high tea, with those tiny cucumber sandwiches, delectable pastries, and a sampling of high-end teas? https://do317.com/events/weekly/wed/come-for-afternoon-tea-at-the-propylaeum3) Attend unique literary and cultural events? Join their email list to stay in the loop: https://www.thepropylaeum.org/programs4) Tour the house, examining its crooks and crannies. Don't forget the impressive ballroom on the top floor. This location also has historical importance in the early feminist movement in Indianapolis. It continues to be a progressive literary and cultural hub.

We attended a surprise birthday in the carriage house which was lovely. The space was airy and fit our large group (maybe 60) without being too tight. The food was tasty and plentiful plus the servers were super efficient and helpful.We loved the party and the space was fun. I love the quaintness of the space and feeling as if you are part of history while eating in the carriage house.There is only one powder room which is a bit of a challenge but doable. Parking can be done on site which is helpful, and street parking is easy to find as well.We would recommend this as a great private event space!

Short Version:For our wedding at the Propylaeum, my wife, Samantha, and I found that the atmosphere, buildup, and day-of experience that the staff provided and the venue offered were top-notch. The Propylaeum will forever hold a special place in our hearts, and we appreciated the smoothness with which our wedding proceeded. In the paragraphs below, I'll throw around words like unique and historic, but I don't use those words lightly. At the Propylaeum, Ella Fitzgerald can play across the same rooms--her smooth sound echoing off the classically decorated walls, floor, and ceiling--where soiree-attendees in the 30s and 40s might have downed cocktails and listened to those same songs stream from a Victrola phonograph. Venues like the Propylaeum are rare gems. Long Version: Think of this review as the answer to three important questions: (1) What's the venue like? (2) What planning went into the wedding? and (3) How did the wedding day proceed? First, what's the Propylaeum like, as a venue? I could use any number of typical descriptors here: beautiful, historic, charming. These are all appropriate. But the details tell a better story. For example, the Propylaeum's décor connects visitors with the women's suffrage efforts of the early 20th century, with artifacts and documents from activists' efforts. The art spread throughout the building is superb and further formulates the historic atmosphere. A T.C. Steele painting welcomes you as you enter the main lobby. Beyond the look and feel, the Propylaeum comfortably accommodated the fluid movement of our wedding's 140 guests. Wedding-related events can take place across the entire grounds, the wraparound front porch, the household, and the carriage house--we used all of these. The multilevel carriage house is perfect as a dance area, with a large, open area and a kitchen. For our reception, the household and carriage house worked in tandem: one for the dinner and toasts, and the other for dancing. Second, during the planning phase, the Propylaeum staff provided creative and receptive assistance. Samantha and I visited the venue several times in the build-up weeks and LaurieAnne Perez, the Propylaeum's Event Coordinator, took significant time to answer all of our stressed-out questions and met with our photographer and DJ. On the day before the event, multiple staff members were on hand for wedding setup. Although Samantha and I like to pat ourselves on our collective backs for surviving our wedding without hiring a planner--we put in a lot of legwork!--the Propylaeum staff helped with this achievement from the planning phase up to the moment Sam and I exchanged vows. Third, on our wedding day (and weekend, for that matter), the Propylaeum became our comfortable headquarters. Indeed, the fact that the Propylaeum offers six rooms as a bed & breakfast minimized back-and-forth travel for those involved with the wedding. Several multipurpose rooms across the three stories helped us store decorations, food, and gifts. These several rooms also served as wedding prep rooms where the wedding party could relax, change, or eat during the lead-up hours. Of course, many wedding venues offer storage and prep rooms, but these are different; as I mentioned above, you're sitting in a monument of Indianapolis history. The different floors and rooms, and the stairways and hallways that connect them, are gorgeous and unique.

It is a beautiful historic building! Attended a wedding reception here in late April with about 60 attendees. The tables were a little crowded in the dining room, but everyone fit nicely. The event staff were great (on-site coordinator made sure the day ran smoothly). This venue is definitely better suited for a dinner and casual conversation rather than a "party". There really isn't the space for a dance floor. They just used Pandora for the reception (with ads) so make sure you bring your own music.

I attended a Murder Mystery Dinner at this venue. It was very enjoyable walking around searching for clues in this beautiful house. We were give wine, a 3 course meal, and an evening full of fun. I would highly recommend and may even attend the next one on New Year's Eve!

This is a wonderful venue for any occasion. The cafe offers a wonderful lunch menu that you can order and pick up if you can't stay to eat in the cafe.The house is beautiful and something to see!

Truly enjoyable evening! Love supporting local artists and the Propyleum in it's efforts to preserve this amazing property on the National Register of Historic Places. A little gem of Indiana history, women's rights and the Old Northside neighborhood.

Finally visited the Indianapolis Propylaeum for lunch. The space is magical! The food was great and to my surprise the prices are great. The chef came around to make sure our experience was great. I had the Bang- Bang chicken. Plenty of parking and I highly recommend touring the building after your food experience.