The Filson Historical Society is a unique venue that blends the historic with the modern and provides a stunning background for any event. Several areas of the campus are available to be rented for dinners, retreats, meetings, receptions, or parties. The venues have access to free parking and wifi, as well as small catering areas. All The Filson’s rental spaces are handicap accessible.
Are you interested in renting one of The Filson’s event spaces? If so, please fill out the form at the bottom of this page or call our Development and Rentals Coordinator, Shelby Craig, at 502-635-5083, ext. 225.
Spaces Available to Rent
Click here to view a virtual tour of the Filson’s available rental spaces.
The Dan and Frances Street Hall: Capacity: 130 ppl seated theater style, 80 ppl banquet style, 160 ppl cocktail reception style
Caperton Hall: Capacity: 150 ppl seated theater style, 96 ppl banquet style, 175 ppl cocktail reception style
The Owsley Brown II History Center Event Wing: This includes Caperton Hall and Street Hall and the atrium staircase connecting the two.
Ferguson Mansion First Floor: Capacity: 48 ppl banquet style, 70 ppl cocktail reception style
Carriage House First Floor:
Capacity: 32 ppl banquet style, 75 ppl cocktail reception style
Rental Inquiry Form
If you need assistance, please call Shelby Craig at (502) 635-5083, ext. 225. Thank you!