W.K. Kellogg Conference Center and Manor House

W.K. Kellogg Conference Center and Manor House is a distinctive event venue set within the grounds of the W.K. Kellogg Biological Station in Hickory Corners, Michigan. Located beside Gull Lake, the property combines professional conference facilities, historic buildings, overnight accommodation and scenic outdoor areas, making it well suited to business and private gatherings.

Organisers can host conferences, seminars, training sessions, board meetings, academic programmes, corporate retreats and team gatherings across a selection of flexible meeting spaces. The venue offers 11 meeting rooms, including an auditorium for larger presentations, smaller rooms for workshops and discussions, and executive-style spaces for focused meetings. Audio-visual support, wireless internet, catering coordination and full-service event assistance help organisers manage the practical details of their programme.

For celebrations, the estate provides a more personal setting. The historic Kellogg Manor House is available for weddings, receptions, rehearsal dinners, bridal showers, private dinners and special occasions. Couples can choose from indoor and outdoor ceremony locations, including the lakeside Pagoda Garden and the Manor House living room. Smaller receptions can be held in the elegant historic house, while the estate lawn can accommodate a marquee for larger family or company gatherings.

Food and beverage options include breakfast, lunch and dinner arrangements, dining in McCrary Dining Hall, formal meals at the Manor House, buffet service and bar options. Groups can also stay on site in dormitory suites, cabins, cottages and other accommodation, creating a convenient residential experience for multi-day events.

With historic architecture, gardens, lake views, nature trails and a dedicated events team, this venue offers a memorable alternative to a conventional hotel or conference centre. It is particularly attractive for organisers seeking a peaceful destination for productive meetings, educational programmes, weddings or retreats in Southwest Michigan.