Where Historic Events Happen
Capture the beauty and charm of this historic building with all the modern amenities for your next event at the VENUE.
The Perfect Venue For Your Next Event
Located in the heart of downtown Janesville, Wisconsin, the Venue is the premier event venue in Southern Wisconsin. After being vacant for 50 years, the building has been painstakingly restored to bring back the beauty and charm of this historic building for its use as a leading banquet and event facility. Book your special event at the Venue and enjoy the freedom of choosing any licensed and insured caterer. Beverage and alcohol service is available through the Venue. Tables, chairs and glassware are included in the pricing as well as an onsite event coordinator to assist you at your event. Listed on the National Register of Historic Places, the Venue features three unique rooms to suit your needs for events ranging from 10-350 people.
From Weddings to Corporate Meetings— We Got You Covered.
Bower City Ballroom
The 1870’s Room
Second Empire Room
Style and Charm for Any Occasion.
Making Your Vision Come to Life
“We can’t even begin say how magical our kids wedding was at The Venue! From our first contact with Natalie Thies, the event coordinator, through every question, phone call and all the crazy business of decorating and setting up for the wedding, she was fantastic!!! The day could not have gone any better except maybe last a little longer! Absolutely beautiful piece of architecture filled with history. Thank you for a day our families will always cherish.”
– Cindy Ott & Devra Sbekk
“The Venue is awesome. My family held a fundraising event and the staff was terrific and the setting was perfect. Hoping it doesn’t book too fast for next year! I would recommend it to anyone looking for a unique space and a great staff to work with.”
– Kris Bakke
Event Coordinator
“We can’t even begin say how magical our kids wedding was at The Venue! From our first contact with Natalie Thies, the event coordinator, through every question, phone call and all the crazy business of decorating and setting up for the wedding, she was fantastic!!! The day could not have gone any better except maybe last a little longer! Absolutely beautiful piece of architecture filled with history. Thank you for a day our families will always cherish.”
– Cindy Ott & Devra Sbekk
“The Venue is awesome. My family held a fundraising event and the staff was terrific and the setting was perfect. Hoping it doesn’t book too fast for next year! I would recommend it to anyone looking for a unique space and a great staff to work with.”
– Kris Bakke
Event Coordinator
A Classic Setting
In Downtown Janesville
The Venue is an extremely unique space that can accommodate groups ranging from a small seminar to a wedding reception. We have three exceptional rooms that can be rented to make the vision of your special event come to life. Our whole facility is ADA-compliant and has been beautifully restored to preserve its historic elegance.