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Abilene Preservation League - Elks Arts Center

1174 N 1st St, Abilene, TX
170 Capacity
$600 to $1,200 / Wedding
Nestled in the heart of downtown Abilene, the handsomely rehabilitated historic Elks Arts Center first opened as the Benevolent and Protective Order of the Elks Lodge 562 on January 1, 1913. Merry revelers attending the grand opening danced all night, marking the first of many celebrations to take place in the distinctive Italianate-Romanesque Revival building. Venue spaces at the Elks are both highly functional and aesthetically stunning. From a business meeting for 20, to a classic wedding for 170, our unique spaces accommodate a variety of special events. Look through our venue spaces and connect with our Events Manager Kaitlyn, to further discussions and consideration. Our rental team is ready to assist you in booking the perfect space for your dream wedding, reception, party, meeting, or other special event. It’s time to make your mark in history at the Elks Arts Center.

Abilene Preservation League - Elks Arts Center

1174 N 1st St, Abilene, TX
170 Capacity
$600 to $1,200 / Wedding
Nestled in the heart of downtown Abilene, the handsomely rehabilitated historic Elks Arts Center first opened as the Benevolent and Protective Order of the Elks Lodge 562 on January 1, 1913. Merry revelers attending the grand opening danced all night, marking the first of many celebrations to take place in the distinctive Italianate-Romanesque Revival building. Venue spaces at the Elks are both highly functional and aesthetically stunning. From a business meeting for 20, to a classic wedding for 170, our unique spaces accommodate a variety of special events. Look through our venue spaces and connect with our Events Manager Kaitlyn, to further discussions and consideration. Our rental team is ready to assist you in booking the perfect space for your dream wedding, reception, party, meeting, or other special event. It’s time to make your mark in history at the Elks Arts Center.

Event Pricing

Ballroom
170 people max
$600 - $1,200 per event
Boardroom
20 people max
$90 per event

Availability (Last updated 4/26)

Event Spaces

Ballroom
Ballroom
General Event Space
170 Capacity
Boardroom
Boardroom
Fixed Board Room
15 Capacity

Recommendations

Outstanding service — An Eventective User from TX
We could not have been happier in this venue. The layout was beautiful. The wedding was beautiful. The windows were stunning. And all that's well and good, but then, there was Katelyn. Caitlyn is not your average person. She, countless times, went above and beyond what her responsibilities were in our contract together. She stayed with us, she helped us, she even helped us after we were gone. If you need a venue that's reasonably priced and you also need a person that is reliable and gonna help you with everything going on you need to go to The Elks!!!! Hands down

Additional Info

Venue Types
Amenities
  • ADA/ACA Accessible
  • Outside Catering Allowed
  • Valet Parking
  • Wireless Internet/Wi-Fi
Features
  • Max Number of People for an Event: 170
  • Number of Event/Function Spaces: 2
  • Year Renovated: 2001