the premier HISTORIC EVENT venue of the Twin Cities
With 24,023 square feet of historic charm and updated luxury, Semple Mansion is the most magical wedding and event venue in Minneapolis.
Every year since its opening in 2006, the Semple Mansion has been named an award-winning venue.
The Semple Mansion boasts the largest original residential ballroom in Minneapolis! It is uniquely situated on the third floor for sweeping views of Downtown Minneapolis. It is absolutely enchanting for an evening reception.
Construction of the Semple Mansion began in 1899 in the style of the Second Italian Renaissance Revival. It lives on in excellent condition as a timeless statement of class and stately beauty in the heart of Minneapolis.
YOUR DREAM WEDDING AT
THE SEMPLE MANSION
The perfect location for both your ceremony and reception.
No other wedding venue in the Twin Cities has features to compare with the sophistication and elegance of Semple Mansion's regal entrance, grand foyer, sweeping staircase, and the dazzling third floor ballroom!
Semple Mansion has been perfectly restored to its original and timeless style of 16th Century Italian Renaissance and suits your need for an unforgettable #dreamwedding.
Testimonies
“Oh my gosh, we could not have found a better place to host our wedding reception. Not only was The Semple beautiful, but Katherine was so incredible in making our day so smooth and worry free! I could not speak any higher about how well we were taken care of and how incredible our experience was! If you’re thinking about it, just do it, there’s nothing we would have changed!”
- Cassandra N. November 2022
“We got married at Semple Mansion this October, and couldn't have had a better experience. It was a beautiful space with so much charm and character. The venue manager, Katherine, was absolutely incredible! She made planning from the start seamless, and was always so responsive and helpful with any questions that we had. 10/10 recommend!”
-Jessica R. November 2022
“Had a perfect wedding day at the Semple Mansion. The space is perfect and having all the different areas breaks up the event beautifully. Katherine is simply amazing with her knowledge and her response time to questions!”
-Shelby J. October 2022
“From start to finish Katherine was amazing to work with. She was by my side at any given day assisting me. She helped the day of the wedding when I was behind with set up. She jumps right in and gives you all the support you need on your big day. The Semple mansion was the perfect choice for our wedding. This venue is ‘Semply’ beautiful. I honestly wish I could get married here all over again. It was a magical night. No need to look anywhere else.”
-Clesha R. September 2022
“Getting married here was the best day ever. Katherine is the sweetest and so helpful. She is so honest about costs and expectations, and we felt very taken care of. Everything you could worry about as someone getting married, felt seamless and went smoothly with their help. It is a beautiful venue and everything we imagined. If you are looking for a romantic and trustworthy venue, Semple is for you.”
-Sara D. August 2022
"Katherine was absolutely amazing to work with. She is very knowledgeable and so kind. The mansion itself is so beautiful. It's not like any other historic mansion you've been in. It is elegant, beautiful, and romantic. So many different areas for pictures too. Our guests raved about it. I wish I could get married there all over again.”
-Cassie J. August 2022
“The Semple Mansion was the perfect venue for our wedding! It is beautifully restored and has wonderful spaces for a ceremony, reception, and dancing. Everything about our wedding day was perfect. Katherine and her team made sure the day was fantastic for us and for our guests. We would highly recommend Katherine and the Semple Mansion to anyone looking for the perfect wedding location!”
-Trista R. August 2022
OUR LOCATION
100 West Franklin Avenue
Minneapolis, MN 55404
Semple Mansion is conveniently located just south of Downtown Minneapolis and only minutes from both I-94 and 35W.