Promontory Point
5491 S. Jean-Baptiste Pointe DuSable Lake Shore Drive
Chicago, IL 60615
See what renowned designer Daniel Burnham envisioned when he created the plans for Promontory Point, the home of Chicago鈥檚 second World鈥檚 Fair in 1933-34.
This quaint building provides crystal clear skyline views and is surrounded by heavenly meadows. The magnificent French doors open onto stone verandas just steps from Lake Michigan. The exposed brick interior along with the historic architecture make this cozy waterfront site a must see.
The opportunity to make use of the indoor space in conjunction with the open-air verandas has lured many meetings, social gatherings, and weddings to this lakeside locale. Plan a secluded lakefront affair that combines the charm of a rustic farmhouse with the timeless beauty of a countryside castle.
Event Spaces & Capacity
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| Location | Sq. Ft. | Measurements | Capacity |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fieldhouse | 1848 | 33鈥檟56鈥 | 80 people for a seated dinner with a dance floor 100 people for a seated dinner without a dance floor 150 cocktail reception |
| Lakefront Patio | 1340 | 20鈥檟 67鈥 | 100 people for a seated dinner 120 cocktail reception |
| Front Patio | 1344 | 24鈥檟56鈥 | 100 people for a seated dinner 120 cocktail reception |
| Catering Prep Area | 400 | 听 | 听 |
*Note: Promontory Point can only accommodate a maximum of 150 guests with the understanding that the event would need to contract tenting for at least one of the patios.
Promontory Point is a seasonal facility open May-October. The building does not offer air conditioning, although heat is available in May - October, if necessary. Open Houses to view the venue are by appointment only.
The restrooms at Promontory Point are considered to be a 鈥渃omfort station鈥, which means the public has access to the restrooms during your event (via separate doors from the outside of the building that lead directly to the restrooms). However, the personnel/labor fee provides you an attendant and a security officer. The attendant insures that the restrooms and grounds
remain clean regardless of who uses them. The security officer insures that the public does not disturb your event.
Reservation Options
Promontory offers three timeslot options:
- 10am-2pm for Wedding Ceremonies Only or Wedding/Baby Shower
- 3pm-11pm for Receptions
- Noon-11pm for Ceremony & Reception (based on availability)
Timeframes are inclusive of set-up, tear-down, event time, deliveries & pick-ups. With these timeframes all events,
including tear-down, must conclude by 11pm.
Additional hours: $225/hour
11pm-Midnight Hour:
You may purchase the 11pm-Midnight hour for tear-down/pickups only (guests must be out of the
facility by 11pm and tear-down must be completed by Midnight) for $325.
10am-2pm Timeframe:
- Additional hours prior to 10am may be available, but additional hours after 2pm are not available for purchase.
- Brunches and wedding/baby showers may book this timeslot as long as additional hours are purchased prior to 10am.
- For ceremonies only, the actual ceremony must be scheduled to begin no later than Noon.
3pm-11pm Timeframe:
May only purchase a minimum of 3 additional hours (to become a Noon-11pm reservation).
Tenting
- The tent(s) must be contracted through a tent vendor on the Preferred Professional list.
- If you would like the option to tent one or both of the patios, you are required to book Noon-11pm for tenting one
patio or 11am-11pm for tenting both patios. - With approval & based on availability, the tent may be removed the next morning at 6am as long as the event accepts
full liability for the tent overnight and inside access is not required.
Rehearsal Time
Rental fees do not include rehearsal time. Rehearsal time may be reserved for $225/hour plus
Rates
- 1 hour set-up, 2 hours event time, 1 hour tear-down
- Set time of 10am-2pm
| 听 | Monday-Friday | Saturday-Sunday |
| Application Fee | $35.00 | $35.00 |
| Rental Fee听 | $765.00 | $805.00 |
| Refundable Security Deposit | $250.00 | $250.00 |
| Personnel | $200.00 | $200.00 |
| TOTAL | $1,215.00 | $1,255.00 |
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Weekday Hourly Rate (2 Hour Minimum) |
$215.00 | 听 |
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- 2 hours set-up, 5 hours event time, 1 hour tear-down
- Weekday hourly rate (2 hour minimum)
- Additional Weekend hourly rates available with 8 hr package only
| 听 | Monday-Friday | Saturday-Sunday |
| Application Fee | $35.00 | $35.00 |
| Rental Fee听 | $1,846.00 | $1,938.00 |
| Refundable Security Deposit | $500.00 | $500.00 |
| Personnel | $144.00 | $144.00 |
| Security | $480.00 | $480.00 |
| TOTAL | $3,005.00 | $3,097.00 |
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- 4 hours set-up, 6 hours event time, 1 hour tear-down
- Weekday Hourly Rate (2 Hour Minimum) $215.00
- Additional Weekend Hourly Rates available with use of 8 hr package only $225 & after 10 pm $325听
| 听 | Monday-Friday | Saturday-Sunday |
| Application Fee | $35.00 | $35.00 |
| Rental Fee听 | $2,320 | $2,448.00 |
| Refundable Security Deposit | $500.00 | $500.00 |
| Personnel | $216.00 | $216.00 |
| Security | $480.00 | $480.00 |
| TOTAL | $3,551.00 | $3,679.00 |
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- Weekday Hourly Rate (2 Hour Minimum) $215.00
- Additional Weekend Hourly Rates available with use of 8 hr package only $225.00 & after 10pm $325.00
- Non-for profit organizations get 40% off the rental fee.
- Ask the Special Event Manager about the 60-day rate.
To Book
To reserve Promontory Point submit the following:
- Special Event Venue Application
- Non-Refundable Reservation Down Payment (50% of the Rental Fee)
The Non-Refundable Reservation Down Payment Fee will be applied towards your Rental Fee. It is non-refundable and non-transferable if reservation is cancelled. All remaining fees are due 180 days prior to the event. - $35 Non-Refundable Application Fee
Reservations are not secure until all requested fees and documents are received and a contract is executed.
Temporary date reservations are not available.
Additional Information
The Park District does not provide designated parking for Promontory Point. However, there is a public pay-and-display parking lot in addition to street parking west of Lakeshore Drive. Although there are no public roads that access Promontory Point, permittees will be given a maximum of five (5) delivery passes to allow vehicles to drive on the Park District pathways to deliver items or to shuttle guests to the venue. Vehicles are not allowed to remain on-site and can never drive or park on the grass. Parking on site is prohibited. The underpass to Promontory is small, so only small vehicles can fit.
Events are welcome to use our current inventory free of charge. Currently, there are approximately (15) 72鈥 round banquet tables, (8) 6ft rectangular tables, (150) white garden chairs, various sized teak wooden benches that seat approximately 40
people, and patio furniture. Events must set-up and tear-down the equipment. All other equipment must be rented from our Preferred Professionals.
- All permittees are required to use a caterer from Preferred Professional List for ALL FOOD & BEVERAGE (including alcohol and linen). Other than a wedding cake, the client is not allowed to supply any food or beverage.
- Cost to be determined by caterer.
- Permittees are encouraged to contact Preferred Professionals prior to booking a venue.
- All permittees are required to use rental suppliers from the Preferred Professional List for items such as linens, tableware, tents, etc.
- Cost to be determined by rental supplier.
- Certain rentals can also be coordinated and/or contracted through the caterers.
- Because of Promontory鈥檚 historic nature, all d茅cor must be approved by the 快播视频.
- No nails, hooks, tape, glitter, balloons, or confetti may be used.
- Sparklers are strictly prohibited.
- No ladders are provided. Any d茅cor requiring a ladder taller than 6 feet must use a Production Company from our List, assuming the d茅cor has been approved by the 快播视频.
- All permittees are required to pay a refundable security deposit, as indicated in the rate structure. The amount will be refunded approximately 30-45 days concluding the event as long as there is no damage to the property and all rules and regulations are followed.
- Violations in which part or the entire security deposit will be withheld include: entering/exiting outside of reservation time, deliveries/pick-ups outside of reservation time, unauthorized vehicles on-site and/or on the grass.
- All permittees are required to have at least one (1) 快播视频 Security Officer on-site during all events. (2) Security Officers are required on Memorial Day and Labor Day weekends, additional personnel fees may be assessed.
- Cost factored into Personnel/Labor Fee (with the exception of Memorial Day and Labor Day weekends.
- All permittees are required to have an Attendant on-site during the event. The Attendant will help periodically clean the facility (including the restrooms) during your event and will be an on-site contact. However, all set-up and tear-down must be done by you and/or the caterer.
- Cost factored into Personnel/Labor Fee.
The 快播视频 requires any individual or group hosting an event on 快播视频 property to obtain General Liability Insurance in the amount of $1M ($2M if serving alcohol) naming the 快播视频 at 4830 S. Western Ave., Chicago IL, 60609 as Additional Insured. The Park District also requires the Endorsement issued by the insurance carrier. You may obtain this insurance from any insurance company of your choosing.
There is limited electrical power available, which is sufficient for basic needs; however, we recommend renting generators for additional electrical needs.
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