Rooted in history
THE DISTRICT is located inside the historic Memorial Hall in downtown Richmond, IL. A quintessential small town in the heart of Illinois.
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Over 115 years of history are detailed in these walls. The grandson of William McConnell, the original founder of Richmond, donated $10,000 to build Memorial Hall in 1907. The space has been a village hall, a library, a police station (with jail cells in the basement!), a community center, and, believe it or not, a basketball court.
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THE DISTRICT is built on family values and strong roots. We are dedicated to providing you with a beautiful timeless space to bring your vision to life. We are centrally located just 20 minutes from Lake Geneva and 20 minutes from the historic Woodstock Square.
Breathing new life into the space
Renovations on Memorial Hall began in April 2021.
The space was purchased from the Village of Richmond converting the public space to private for the first time since it was built in 1907.
Maintaining it's historical significance
Memorial Hall opened September 17th of 2022 as The District.
It underwent extensive renovations to bring the building back to life while maintaining its historical significance to downtown Richmond, Illinois.
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With it's soaring wood ceilings and original brick walls, The District combines classic small town Americana and modern luxury.
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The 3,000 square foot Grand Room opens to a 3,000 square foot brick covered patio that can be used rain or shine. Optional heaters can also be rented.
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The English basement includes a beautiful bridal suite and full onsite prep kitchen.
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The private alley is perfect for the Ceremony, food trucks, games, and an extension of the party.
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We include wood tables and chairs, outdoor furniture, and lounge furniture onsite to make your event one of a kind.
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