All are welcome.
WHAT IS THE MAXIMUM CAPACITY?
The Hardy Building can comfortably accommodate up to 175 in the Hardy & Son Room for seated events. The Elmer Room and W. H. Lounge can accommodate up to 100 for seated events. W. H. Lounge standing room capacity is 200.
HOW LONG DO I HAVE THE VENUE ON MY WEDDING DAY?
The venue space is available for All-Day Rentals from 10 a.m. to 11 p.m.
Micro weddings have a 5 hour time limit.
(Please note that the hours assigned to your event include all set-up and all clean-up)
WHAT IS INCLUDED IN MY RENTAL FEE?
- Twenty (20) 8' x 30" rectangular tables
- 200 black chairs
- 2 custom wood tables
- Six (6) 6’ rectangular tables
- 1 (one) 4' round table
- 6 cocktail tables are included for use in Lounge, if rented.
- 6.5' x 5' Copper Ceremony Arch
- 8' Gold Ceremony Arch
Please see the About the Hardy Building Page for a description of the building’s amenities for each space.
IS THE HARDY BUILDING WHEELCHAIR ACCESSIBLE?
The Hardy & Son Room and the W. H. Lounge are wheelchair accessible, with accessible restrooms located on each level. Unfortunately, the Elmer Room is not wheelchair accessible.
CAN I HIRE MY OWN CATERER, DJ, ETC?
Yes! All vendors that arrive on the property must provide evidence of proper licensing and liability insurance. Full-service catering is required for certain events. See our catering policy page.
CAN I BRING MY OWN ALCOHOL?
How late can I play music?
Music must end at 10pm on weekends and 9pm on weekdays.
WHAT IS REQUIRED TO BOOK AND HOLD YOUR DATE?
Reservations are taken on a first-come, first-served basis. We require the contract be signed, a credit card on file and a non-refundable initial payment of 50% of the rental fee to reserve your date.
IS THERE A DAMAGE DEPOSIT?
There is no damage deposit. If damages occur, it will be documented and invoiced to you.
A BLANK CANVAS EVENT VENUE: WHAT DOES THAT MEAN?
We provide the space with the listed amenities only. We do not manage timelines, provide table layouts, set up tables & chairs, decorate, oversee vendors, etc. Nor do we coordinate, plan or accept deliveries on your behalf.
CAN I BRING MY OWN DECORATIONS?
Yes! You are welcome to bring your own decorations.
Certain items are prohibited, so please refer to the contract.
Certain items are prohibited, so please refer to the contract.
WHO IS IN CHARGE OF SET UP AND BREAK DOWN?
All items are to be set up and broken down by the customer and vendors within the allotted time.
DO YOU HOST MORE THAN ONE EVENT AT THE SAME TIME?
We do not host more than one event at a time.
WILL THERE BE STAFF PRESENT DURING OUR EVENT?
A member of the venue staff will be present to unlock the doors, answer any questions, and take care of any venue-related issues. Staff member does not coordinate, plan, or accept deliveries on your behalf. This person may be someone that you have not met in the planning process.
DO YOU REQUIRE A DAY-OF COORDINATOR?
The customer must designate, at minimum, of day-of coordinator for weddings. Please do not assign a guest as your day-of coordinator.
IS EVENT INSURANCE REQUIRED?
Yes. Event insurance is required for weddings and certain events.
Some popular online insurance carriers are The Event Helper, WedSafe and Wedsure.
Some popular online insurance carriers are The Event Helper, WedSafe and Wedsure.
What is event insurance?
Event insurance is a general liability policy that helps protect you from liability in case someone is injured or damages the venue's property.
Event insurance is a general liability policy that helps protect you from liability in case someone is injured or damages the venue's property.
Use our prefilled event insurance form through The Event Helper to make purchasing event insurance easier!
How do I schedule a tour of the venue?
All tours are by appointment only. Please contact us to schedule an appointment!
What is nearby?
Need a hotel? Not ready to go home? Check out the What's Nearby page for information on nearby hotels and Harrah's Hoosier Park Casino.
Is there parking on site?
You may park in the parking lot in the rear of the property, on State Street, and in the public parking lot southeast of the building on State Street. We encourage carpooling.
Please see the Contact Page to view maps.
Parking is prohibited in the parking lot of Canine Clips. No overnight parking.
ARE TAXES INCLUDED?
No, all prices are subject to a 7% sales tax.
