Julia Ideson Building

550 Mckinney Street, Houston, TX
1,536 Capacity
$2,500 to $15,000 / Wedding
In the heart of Houston, the historic Julia Ideson Building, with its distinctive, elegant Spanish Renaissance-style architecture, stands out among the more contemporary buildings surrounding it. This 1926 treasure, which served as Houston’s library from 1926-1976, is a unique venue for your event. The exceptional spaces and artwork in the Julia Ideson Building make it the perfect setting for weddings, galas, formal dinners, photo sessions, business meetings, and corporate events.

Event Pricing

Venue Rental
1,186 people max
$2,500 - $15,000 per event

Event Spaces

2nd Floor
2nd Floor
General Event Space
450 Capacity
Auditorium
Auditorium
General Event Space
200 Capacity
Main Foyer
Main Foyer
General Event Space
100 Capacity
Meldrum Room
Meldrum Room
General Event Space
180 Capacity
Reading Room
Reading Room
General Event Space
256 Capacity
Tudor Gallery + Exhibit Hall
Tudor Gallery + Exhibit Hall
General Event Space
350 Capacity

Additional Info

Neighborhood
Venue Types
Amenities
  • Wireless Internet/Wi-Fi