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Tinker Swiss Cottage Museum and Gardens

Tinker Swiss Cottage Museum and Gardens, 411 Kent Street, Rockford, IL 61102  [View Map]
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Tinker Swiss Cottage was built in 1865 by industrialist and former Rockford, Illinois Mayor, Robert Tinker. Over the years Robert added a Swiss Barn now used as the Visitor Center, Museum Store and Community Room, and beautifully landscaped gardens and grounds. A suspension bridge, replicating the original suspension bridge built in 1871, was completed in 2005. The bridge crosses Kent Creek and ... more
Booking Restrictions
Min/Max # of Attendees: 25/250
Max Overnight Rooms: This venue has no overnight rooms.
Other booking notes: Alcohol is allowed at events with proof of insurance either through an approved caterer or personal homeowners policy. A permit must be processed through the Rockford Park District by Tinker Swiss Cottage Museum and Gardens.
Amenities & Features
Amenities
  • Air Conditioned
  • Handicapped Accessible
  • Historic Landmark/Registry
  • Non-Smoking
  • Outdoor Function Area
  • Outside Catering Allowed
 Features
Acreage: 8
Hectares: 3.2
Credit Cards Accepted: Master Card, Visa, Discover
Facility Location Setting: Tinker Swiss Cottage Museum and Gardens is located in Rockford, Illinois, 90 miles west of Chicago. The Cottage was built on a limestone bluff alongside Kent Creek, surrounded by gardens and trees.
Max Number of People for an Event: 250
Nearest Airport: 1-5 miles
Nearest Airport: 2-8 km
Nearest Overnight Accommodations: Less than 1 mile
Nearest Overnight Accommodations: Less than 2 km
Nearest Public Transportation: Less than 1 mile
Nearest Public Transportation: Less than 2 km
Number of Club Level Rooms: 0
Number of Event/Function Spaces: 2
Number of On-Site Restaurants: 0
Number of Suites: 0
Parking: Complimentary Parking
Proximity of Nearest Ski Area: 26-50 miles
Proximity of Nearest Ski Area: 41-80 km
Proximity of Neighboring Golf Course: 1-5 miles
Proximity of Neighboring Golf Course: 2-8 km
Special Features: Beautiful grounds suitable for outdoor Weddings and events. Tours of the Cottage can be arranged to become part of the event.
Total Exhibit Space (Square Feet): 600
Total Exhibit Space (Square Meters): 55.7
Total Meeting Room Space (Square Feet): 600
Total Meeting Room Space (Square Meters): 55.7
Total Number of Guest Rooms: 0
Year Built: 1865
Year Renovated: 1943
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