I am the place for seamless corporate events

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Creating a company event that is successful and productive and satisfies all the demands placed on you can be a challenge. 1451 Renaissance Place can help. We offer a setting unlike any other, complete with the services and facilities to make your next function a success, and make the planning process easier.

When you host an event at 1451 Renaissance Place, people take notice. Whether your event needs to be intimate, grand, playful, professional or elegant, 1451 Renaissance Place can accommodate the needs of your event and reflect the culture of your organization.

• Holiday Parties
  
  Celebrate the season in style and reward your employees with a grand event they will never forget.
• Meetings
  
  Annual meetings, awards banquets, marketing kick-offs and more. We can help you make sure your event is a success. Guests will know they’re special and remember why they are here.
• Trade shows and seminars
  
  A special setting to display your products, you can show your clients what they mean to you.
• Small gatherings
  
  Team-building sessions, strategy meetings, retirement parties, networking events and other small gatherings are all possible in the intimate foyer.

An event at 1451 Renaissance Place is an event that gets noticed. And that gets you noticed. Let us help you make it happen.

I am committed to your success

1451 Renaissance Place hosts just one event at a time, so you have the undivided attention of the staff and full use of the building for the duration of your event. Though it’s over a century old, 1451 Renaissance Place has the modern capabilities to meet today’s business needs.

A complete offering of services and amenities is at your disposal, allowing you to plan and execute your event with seamless efficiency.

• Private facility
  
  Your business is your own. Exclusivity and confidentiality keep it that way.
• Full-service professional staff
  
  They work behind the scenes to help you coordinate the event and make sure no detail is missed. They will coordinate vendors and onsite managers, check coats, supervise parking valets, set out programs and dim the lights. They make sure you look good and that you enjoy the event as much as your guests.
• Full bar and bartenders
  
  Toast an honored guest. Celebrate a winning campaign. Bid a retiree a special farewell. Should your event require it, set the festive mood for holiday parties and other celebrations.
• Complete facility
  
  Everything your event demands is here, including a registration area, breakout sections, wireless Internet, an elevator and a kitchen for caterers.
• Architectural Highlights
  
  In a city of historic buildings, 1451 Renaissance Place stands out as a jewel of gracious turn-of-the-century architecture. The four-story vaulted ceiling provides a sense of space and drama. The leaded-glass windows and artisanal plaster offer a sense of richness that serves as a unique backdrop to your event.
• Other necessities
  
  We have everything your event needs to be successful, including tables and chairs for 300 guests, audio/visual equipment and dressing rooms for staff and VIPs. And, if we don’t have it, we are happy to make arrangements to get it.

1451 Renaissance Place is the complete package. Whatever you need to complete your event, we can provide.

I am your partner and your assistant

Planning an event is a full-time job. If you have a regular full-time job in addition to planning the next office gathering, you can delegate responsibilities to the professional staff at 1451 Renaissance Place.

We can coordinate each detail so you can be sure every “i” is dotted and every “t” is crossed.

• Planning
  
  Full-service event specialists can assist in every aspect of planning from selecting food to creating a theme. A professional event supervisor will meet with you to go over all the details, listen to your objectives and make suggestions.
• Coordination
  
  Event specialists will take the next step and coordinate all of the details so you don’t have to. Arranging for caterers, musicians, technicians, printers, rental items, audio-visual, valet parking, phone/data lines and more.
• Preferred vendors
  
  The area’s finest caterers, musicians, artisans, entertainers and other vendors have all worked here. Your event specialist can suggest vendors in a variety of disciplines and price ranges to suit your needs.
• Versatility
  
  Virtually any type of event can be held here.

  • Conferences
  • Annual meetings
  • Training sessions
  • Holiday parties
  • Trade shows
  • Seminars
  • Retirement parties
  • Sales meetings
  • Client appreciation
  • Marketing campaign launches
  • Product roll-outs

Whatever your space requirements, we have the place. Think of us as your event staff. We stand ready to listen to your needs, provide ideas and take action to pull it all together.

The answers to your questions

We know you have questions, and we want to answer them. If you don’t see the answer to your question here, or to schedule a tour, call Scott Muñoz or Michael Valentine at (414) 272-1451.

• Can we use our own caterer?
  Yes! 1451 Renaissance Place welcomes any professional, licensed and insured caterers. We can book the caterer for you, as well as entertainers, decorations, audio-visual technicians, valet services and more. So there is just one invoice for all services.
• What are your rates?
  While it is an exclusive location, 1451 Renaissance Place can be surprisingly affordable. It all depends on the size of your event, the type, the day of week, the amenities you choose, and many other factors. Your event specialist will work with you to plan an event that fits your budget.
• Do you offer free parking?
  Yes! Free, on-site, off-street parking can accommodate approximately 130 vehicles during evenings and weekends. Daytime parking for approximately 90 cars is available. Street parking is also available. For large events, we can make arrangements for shuttles from nearby lots or for valet parking services.
• Do you have any special rates or promotions?
  Special rates are available for multiple use contracts, daytime and weekday events, short notice availabilities and others. Occasionally, there may be special promotions or incentives for you to consider. Ask your event specialist for details.
• Are you wheelchair accessible?
  Though it is almost 100 years old, 1451 Renaissance Place has been renovated to accommodate guests with disabilities. The building has an elevator that picks guests up at sidewalk level and provides access to the foyer and ballroom levels. Be sure to let your event specialist know if you or your guests have any specific needs that we can accommodate.
• How many people can you accommodate?
  A typical event at 1451 Renaissance Place hosts between 150 and 250 people, though we have hosted events for groups as small as 2 and as large as 600.
  
  We provide seating for up to 300, so larger groups would require renting additional seating. Events larger than 400 should be approved by the event specialist to ensure it can be executed to everyone’s satisfaction.
• What type of staff will be in attendance during my event?
  Our full-service professional staff will be with you throughout your event to see to the needs of you and your guests. Your event specialist will see to the smooth operation of your event. Other staff members include a greeter, coat check, beverage servers, parking director, supervisory and support staff, as needed.
• When can I see 1451 Renaissance Place in person?
  We take great pride in sharing this distinctive venue, and we encourage you to schedule an appointment to see us. We look forward to showing you around and sharing some ideas to help you meet your goals.
  
  Regular office hours are 9:00am to 5:00pm weekdays. If that doesn’t accommodate your schedule, lunchtime, evening and weekend appointments can be arranged.
  
  We do not schedule tours or appointments during events, so please call before coming to be sure someone is available.
  
  You can also click here for a virtual tour of our facility.
  
  

I am a Milwaukee landmark

1451 Renaissance Place was designed by renowned American architect Solon Spencer Beman. After seven years of construction, it was opened as a Christian Science church in 1909, and remained so for almost 80 years.

In the 1980s, the building was purchased from the church and underwent a major renovation. The name 1451 Renaissance Place was coined to reflect the structure’s new beginning. The goal of the renovation was to maintain the building’s original splendor, while bringing it in line with contemporary needs. The original woodwork, vaulted ceiling, plaster, moldings, leaded-glass windows and marble staircase were painstakingly preserved and lovingly restored.

Today, 1451 Renaissance Place is one of Milwaukee’s most sought-after gathering places, a stunning example of turn-of-the-century design and craftsmanship. No other venue offers the feel, the sound, and the splendor.

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