The Olmsted

The Olmsted is a historic Louisville venue for weddings, receptions, galas, fundraisers, corporate entertaining and other special events. Set within the former Masonic Widows and Orphans Home, the venue combines period character with generous landscaped grounds, mature trees and convenient parking near the Crescent Hill and St. Matthews areas.

Event organisers can choose from flexible indoor spaces suited to intimate celebrations, formal dinners, cocktail receptions, presentations and larger gatherings. The East Wing accommodates up to 350 guests for a seated event, while the Grand Foyer provides an additional setting for smaller receptions, ceremonies, meetings and welcome functions. The venue can also host ceremonies before the main reception, with options for using the building and surrounding grounds.

The Olmsted works closely with Masterson’s Catering to provide food and beverage service for booked events. Organisers can plan menus, bar service, table settings and event staffing through the venue team, helping to keep the planning process coordinated. In-house audio-visual support is available for presentations, speeches, awards ceremonies and corporate programmes, including microphones, projection equipment, screens, podiums and lighting.

The venue welcomes outside professionals such as florists, musicians and bakers, with dedicated setup and collection arrangements. Its combination of historic architecture, adaptable room layouts, catering support and experienced event staff makes it suitable for wedding celebrations, company functions, charity galas, receptions and milestone occasions in Louisville.