Prairie Avenue Gallery at The Keith House

This venue is spectacular! Marcy could not have been more helpful and accommodating, and everything went perfectly! The setting, location and rooms available were beautiful. I could not have asked for a better experience, before during and after the wedding. Highly recommended.

We hosted a work reception at the Keith House and all I can say is how wonderful everything was! Setting up a reception from halfway across the country is never easy… but we had no issues here. Marcy worked with us on the menu and made changes to meet the needs of the group. When we were arrived, the venue was beautiful and the atmosphere was intimate and casual! Everything was phenomenal and I hope to visit again! Definitely book your event at Keith House!

The Keith House is an incredible venue! We held a nonprofit fundraiser for around 100 guests and the space was perfect. The venue is a gorgeous historic home on a quiet street that is centrally located. Marcy went out of her way to accomodate all of our needs and make the event a huge success. Marcy organized the caterer, bartenders, beverage/​glassware package, flowers, decorations, and parking lot and she secured discounts whenever possible. Throughout the evening, she ensured everything was running smoothly and her team was incredibly helpful behind the scenes. After the event, she helped to return unused items & ensure we had collected all of our materials. I would HIGHLY recommend The Keith House and we look forward to hosting another event here in the near future.

Marcy was amazing to work with for our awards reception last night. She made the entire evening completely effortless and provided so many wonderful additions (table centerpieces) that truly went above and beyond. Absolutely could not be happier with our experience here.

We worked with Marcy at the Keith House to host a corporate VIP event for approximately 100 leaders and candidates attending a conference at McCormick Place and everything was a ¹⁰⁄₁₀! Marcy is extremely responsive and adaptable, and has connections that allow for discounts on food, beverages, tables, flowers and more. The entire process went smoothly and the service was exceptional, with an affordable price tag and convenient location. You are able to bring in your own alcohol which substantially cuts down on costs, and the caterer she recommended had a full liquor license to tend bar. Marcy even took care of returns of unused products and shipping our own marketing materials back for us! The event space is a beautiful chicago mansion, and Marcy does a great job personalizing the space for her events. I HIGHLY recommend Marcy and the Keith House for small-​mid size events, and I will definitely return next time we have a conference in Chicago. I’m only disappointed I didn’t find her early enough to host my own wedding in their backyard outdoor space coupled with the beautiful indoor atmosphere!

I just held my 50^th birthday party at the Keith House and it was exactly how I imagined it to be. The venue was beautiful and unique and everyone loved it. Marcy is a dream to work with and she could not be more accommodating if she tried. She assisted us with every aspect and was the most gracious host that you could imagine. She made my family and friends feel welcomed. There was so much magic in the air that night and it was partly due to Marcy and her family. She was definitely my fairy godmother!

Our magazine staff loved having our daylong editorial planning meeting at the Keith House. The meeting areas were spacious and quietly elegant. The space combines historic detail and charm with the needed amenities of the modern workplace including Wi-​Fi and a projector and screen. Marcy Baim offered helpful catering suggestions and attended to every detail promptly and with the utmost courtesy to help make our meeting a great success. She even arranged a walking tour of historic homes in the neighborhood when our meeting was finished. We were thoroughly pleased.

Beautiful Last Minute Wedding Spot — Planned in only ONE WEEK
My brother decided to elope, except he still wanted to have a «real» ceremony and short reception (about 25 people). Marcy and the Keith House totally came through. Due to a last minute cancellation (someone had booked the space for a baby shower but the baby came early), Marcy had an opening and we went for it! The space is just beautiful, so all we needed were fresh flowers, a little tulle and candles to make it perfectly pretty and romantic. Keith House already had tables, chairs, linens, audio equipement/​speakers, a bar setup, and even votive holders for the candles. Marcy let us come decorate the afternoon before the wedding. It was a really lovely spring day for the wedding itself, and the park next door makes for beautiful photo ops. We could not have asked for a better event or nicer hostess! Highly recommended.

Marcie made my day so wonderful and special! If you’re having a small wedding-​depend on Marcie at the Keith House. So beautiful, elegant, casual, picturesque. .I could not thank Marcie enough for making my reception so memorable and lovely

This is absolutely the best hidden gem in the city! Hands down, best place to get married with indoor/​outdoor options, you can choose your caterer, great location… there really is no better deal in the city. I had my wedding there last year and it was incredible! My friends and family agree it was the best wedding they had been to. I had to plan my wedding from Arizona and Marcy was so amazing in helping me. Marcy and her staff were just incredible, I couldn’t have asked for better people! I didn’t even think about it at the time, but I am so grateful that we had such wonderful people to help us on our wedding day. The house didn’t need much decoration because it is already beautiful with a lot of character. The backyard is just breathtaking and has amazing backdrops for pictures. The park right next to the house had more great places for photos. Marcy was so flexible and knowledgeable that I had my dream wedding without a lot of money and work. Thank you Marcy for the best wedding ever!

Simply excellent. Marcy is a quick communicator and wants to ensure that your event is the best experience. She always made herself available to me for any questions, and she was very respectful about her business. She is really about making sure you have a great event. I was unable to have my event here as the guest list and event details have changed, but she offered me a full refund of my deposit in a prompt and professional manner. I would definitely recommend her for any small, intimate event you are planning. She is with you every step of the way.
Keep up the great work, Marcy!

We simply cannot say enough great things about Marcy and The Keith House. We chose to have our wedding ceremony at The Keith House for several reasons; it is extremely LGBT friendly, it is a beautiful venue, it is conveniently located, it was affordable, and most importantly, MARCY. Marcy helped us every step of the way; she gave us excellent advice on how to plan our wedding, led us to our officiant, hired an amazing staff (bar tender, wait staff, security, and even a taxi to shuttle our out of town guests back to the hotel). The Keith House was a perfect venue for our wedding and will always be remembered as one of our favorite places.

100 stars. Is that an option? Well, it is now.
Our company executed what was a very challenging private dinner party for 50 people. Marcy was with us every step of the way, communicative, and lovely to work with. A beautiful venue tucked away in an absolutely magical part of Chicago – I see this space lending itself well to many types of events – especially corporate meetings (this space is very close to the convention center) and events for out of town companies like ours. Marcy’s assistance made myself and my team very comfortable working in Chicago.
Our guests were very impressed with the history of the property, the architecture, and the neighborhood in general. Many of our guests had no idea this historical hub existed. There were reasonably priced parking options to choose from and very convenient for our guests.
Marcy helped us source many things we needed regarding equipment rental, and catering options – all were very reasonably priced and great to work with. Thanks Marcy! Can’t wait to refer the space to our associates in Chicago! Next time we host an event in Chicago, Keith House will be top of list.

My wedding was perfect because of Marcy and The Keith House.
I am reading other people’s reviews and not surprised «Perfect» is a common theme.
The actual house is beautiful and makes for a unique venue. The planning is perfected by Marcy, so whatever you choose to do, she knows how to execute it.
The day of your wedding will be everything you could want and more if you choose The Keith House as your venue. I am so attached to this place I may have a baby shower there when the time comes.
Thank you, Marcy! (for the hundreth time)

I am so pleased with the Keith House! I was looking for the right place to get married. I wanted a location that was unique, affordable, and would welcome our out of town guests. When I walked in the door of the Keith House I knew right away this was the right venue! I loved that we were able to have our ceremony outdoors and then move the party inside for dinner and dancing.
From start to finish, Marcy was helpful and kind. She offered great suggestions to help us keep costs down but still provide a classy event. She was flexible in set up and take down which took much of the stress away. The natural beauty and character of the house was the perfect backdrop for our wedding, making the need for additional decorations minimal.
Our wedding was everything I dreamed of and more. Marcy and the Keith House helped to make our day magical!

Years before i got married, i had my eye on the Women’s Park and Gardens for my wedding ceremony. It’s in the middle of the city, but still feels tranquil and secluded. After pricing out some MUCH more expensive options for a nearby reception, Unilocal lead me to Prairie Avenue Gallery at the Keith House.
It was the PERFECT location with a Great price. Marcy was WONDERFUL! She had the best recommendations for staff and bartender and bar. So helpful the day of. She made us feel like family.
I could go on and on, but she has already gotten so many great reviews you get the idea. It is a little DIY, but that is exactly what we wanted. If any brides out there have any questions about her space (which has been part of her family for decades — another selling point for me over hotels and banquet halls) please feel free to message me. vanessa dot buccella at gmail

Wonderful place to have a party! Marcy was very informative and her professionalism was outstanding! She gave me great ideas on decorating, catering, parking and other things. The party I hosted was a great success thanks to Marcy’s help.

Wow what can I say !!! I had the best day ever! I have been planning my wedding for the last year, so I couldn’t say enough about Marcy, she has been so helpful from the first contact to the wedding day and the day after! June 16 2012 was one of the hottest days of the year thus far! Needless to say we boiled in the heat! My ceremony was outside and reception inside. As it was so hot everyone wanted to be inside and Marcy was able to accommodate this. The day went in to the night with out a hitch! Marcy had ideas and suggestions, and was so full of knowledge, it was such a joy working with her! The venue was perfect for my 65 guest event, it was intimate and I was able to speak and see all my guests! As it was so hot outside inside was warm too, while the air con blasted, the fans Marcy provided kept us as cool as possible! We enjoyed enjoyed and enjoyed, Marcy was accommodating to all! The gardens were in good condition making for perfect pics! If you looking for the perfect spot it is here! Thanks Marcy! Thanks for all your accommodations!

10 Stars!!! I needed an intimate city venue that would accommodate a ceremony, sit down dinner and dancing for 70 people. My biggest challenge was finding availability for July 2^nd. After looking at a couple loft locations, I met with Marcy at Prairie Avenue Gallery, also known as The Keith House. The rental included Marcy to coordinate the days activities, the backyard and entire first floor of the house (parlor, dining room, and banquet room.) They also provided a bridal room and private bathroom upstairs for the wedding party. The caterer has full use of the kitchen. I was instantly sold when Marcy told me they were DOG FRIENDLY!!! In addition, we were free to use our own caterer, florist, DJ, etc. and she gave me a great lead for a beverage vendor.
Marcy was awesome! We had our wedding ceremony in the backyard and didn’t even have to decorate, since it was summer and the yard was in full bloom. I had rented silver chairs, so they set up seating for 20 guests, creating an aisle down the middle, the rest of my guests stood (it was a very short ceremony.) After the ceremony, we made a receiving line on the front steps which made for beautiful photos. We were able to seat 69 people for a sit down dinner, which was the max capacity for the banquet room, and served buffet style in the dining room which was later turned into a dance floor. Marcy made sure every detail was covered, even took my dogs for an evening walk!
There are a few details that I think are worth the investment:
PARKING: We paid $ 150 to rent a parking lot 1 block away which was convenient for our guests and vendors. There is enough parking for a few cars in the driveway, but we reserved this for the wedding party and our parents.
TABLES & CHAIRS: Although they have some tables and chairs available for use, I highly recommend renting your own table and chairs, especially if you are planning an event over 30 people. It would have been near impossible to accommodate 69 people with the tables that were available. Aside from some flowers, it’s the only décor you will need to personalize your event. The rest of the space is so beautiful, there’s no need for elaborate decorations.
CATER: I love DIY, but this is not a task you want to take on yourself. The caterer will ensure the tables are set, the guests are fed, and everything is cleaned up after the party. Marcy highly recommends my caterer which is incredibly reasonable (I think she should charge more, but I’m not going to tell ;) My caterer also took care of the rentals for tables and chairs which came in handy when they realized the cups and saucers were not delivered. Since they have a relationship with the rental company, I received a 10% discount for the mistake.
The day was just perfect! Everyone loved the venue and five months after the wedding, still talk about the venue and how amazing everything looked! It’s Chicago’s best kept secret… for now.

This place is so perfect that I don’t even know where to begin.
When the hubs and I first became engaged, we knew we didn’t want a long, drawn out engagement and planning. We wanted small, reasonable, and unique. Apparently, wedding vendors are used to Bridezillas and a lot of venues are booked a year in advance, and cost way too much. One day, I stumbled upon Prairie Avenue Gallery on Unilocal.Three months later, the wedding is over and it was fabulous.
When we came to view the place, we loved it. The price was right, and Marcy was AMAZING. Throughout the three month planning process, she was always available, and it seemed like every idea or whim we mentioned to her, she found a way to accommodate, and at a price we could handle.
The space is beautiful. Your parents won’t be mad about your wedding not being in a church for long. They just can’t be! We had the ceremony outside on the front steps, the reception indoors, and everyone raved about it. Marcy even set up a table for us upstairs in her personal home so we could eat away from the guests and get some alone time before making our rounds and saying hello to everyone. Perfect, and an unexpected, sweet detail.
Find a reason to host an event here.

If I could give more stars I would. I had my wedding here and i couldnt have been more impressed. My family and friends raved about it and still cant believe i got so lucky as to find this beautiful place for my wedding day.
Marcy is the nicest, most accomodating and most sincere person i have had the pleasure of meeting. She was there to help me every step of the way. Marcy had great ideas and was so helpful in seeing my vision and helping my dreams come true.
I am so thankful for Unilocal and Marcy of The Prairie House Gallery for making the best day of my life all the more special!
Tia Wilson (Richardson)