Host an inspiring event
Host your event among the rolling hills, scenic vistas, majestic trees and landscape that inspired noted Hoosier painter T.C. Steele and his wife Selma to build their home and cultivate beauty and art in Brown County.
T.C. Steele designed this studio to display his work in an atmosphere consistent with the surrounding landscape. The result was a beautiful space with a large window looking out into Brown County. It’s a great option for an indoor event with up to 50 guests.
Surround yourself with creativity
The Large Studio, built in 1916 and used primarily to display Steele’s work, is a striking indoor space, as well as a backdrop for outdoor events. The new visitor center offers classroom space, restrooms, a gift shop and other amenities. Inspired by picturesque Brown County, T.C. Steele was a celebrated member of the Hoosier Group of American regional impressionist painters and remains one of Indiana’s most honored artists. Guests are sure to be impressed by the beauty of this historic site.
What sets us apart
- Art, history and nature on 211 acres
- Conveniently located halfway between Bloomington and Nashville, Indiana
- Easy on-site parking
- Historically-significant restored gardens serve as a backdrop for your event
- Scenic woodland setting for a variety of outdoor activities
- Many photo opportunities available on the grounds
T.C. Steele Large Studio Details
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Pricing
3 hour minimum.
- Studio 5 p.m. – 9 p.m. only $200/hr
- Ceremony Only $150/hr
- Includes 1 hour for rehearsal and 2 hours for day of wedding (includes set up)
- Only available during hours the site is open
- No personnel
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Capacity
50 people
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Details
- Planned use of space must be approved
- Not available before 5 pm
- To book your event, a non-refundable deposit of 50% of rental space is required along with a signature agreement. A check, American Express, Mastercard or VISA are accepted forms of payment. Please note: Indiana sales tax of 7% applies to all rental fees.
- Alcohol and catering services may be hired by the client. The client must provide a copy of the catering contract to the T.C. Steele State Historic Site manager at the time that the contract is signed. Caterers must show proof of all appropriate state licensing, including a valid liquor license.
- There is a three hour minimum for each event. This includes one hour for set-up, one hour for your event and one hour for tear-down and clean-up. Extra hours for set-up, tear-down or the event, may be added for an additional fee and must conclude by midnight.
- A certificate of insurance is required for all rental events at T.C. Steele State Historic Site.
- T.C. Steele State Historic Site at times could be considered under structural or cosmetic construction. Structural and/or cosmetic changes to the facility and its grounds includes but is not limited to gallery closures, improvements to the landscape, installation of art, etc. In the best efforts of the facility, plans will be communicated as early as possible to the client.
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Preferred Vendors
BAKERIES
Ashlynn Leigh Cakes
812.603.2140
aubrey@ashlynnleighcakes.comUnderground Cupcake & Café
812.935.5253
ucc.hq@bluemarble.netCakes In Bloom
812.876.2680
info@cakesinbloomington.comTwo Sticks Bakery
812.668.2125BAND/MUSIC
Blonde Entertainment
317.407.3468
info@blondeentertainment.comThe Bishops
317.902.0555
bbishop9901@yahoo.comCATERING
Hotel Nashville
812.988.8400
kault@hotelnashville.comKRC Banquets & Catering
812.333.3431
krccatering@gmail.comTerry’s Catering
812.333.0999
sales@terryscatering.comSugar Daddy’s Cakes & Catering
812.824.2253
wienerhawkins@gmail.comJohnny’s Grub to Go
812.606.8369DISC JOCKEYS
Distinct Sound Entertainment
317.983.3536
Distinctsound@gmail.comMaddox Entertainment Professional DJ Service
812.343.7085
keith@keithmaddox.netEVENT PLANNING
Social Butterfly Planning Weddings & Events
812.269.8917
hello@socialbutterflyplanning.comAshley Wedding and Events
812.322.3952
ashleyweddings@gmail.comMagical Moments Event Planning
317.850.3052
info@magicalmomentseventplanning.comSincerely Yours
812.785.1570
sincerely_yours_events@yahoo.comFLORAL
Michael’s Flowers, Inc.
812.988.7758
www.michaelsflowersandantiques.comVillage Florist
812.988.7045
wendyschrimper@att.netCathy Teeters Beautiful Weddings & Design Studio
812.327.9794
cateeters@yahoo.comINVITATIONS
Eye Thee Wed
317.260.1825
design@eye-thee-wed.comJupiter and Juno
jessika@jupiterandjuno.comOFFICIANTS
Weddings by Keith Maddox, Officiant
812.343.7085
keith@keithmaddox.netIndy Wedding Officiants
317.835.9026
chris@indyweddingofficiants.comIndy Wedding Pastors
765.631.0320
dennie@indyweddingpastors.comPORTABLE TOILETS
Buck Valley Portable Toilets
812.988.6469
www.buckvalleyseptic.comHoosier Portable Restrooms
317.844.6919
www.hoosierportables.comMonroe Tuff Jon
812.333.7187PHOTOGRAPHERS
Chad Franz
317.833.4833
chad@chadfranz.comIn Bloom Photography
812.606.4799
wendi@inbloomphoto.comLisa Berry Photography
812.331.7889
lisa@lisaberryphotography.comSouthern Touch Design
706.604.2313
southerntouchdesign@yahoo.comChadon Photography
812.339.2060
www.chadon.comRENTALS
Nashville Party Rentals
812.269.8802
info@nprtents.comPerfect Parties Tents and Events
812.334.2219
perfectpartiesandtents@gmail.comVintage Farmhouse Tables
317.646.6034
beanntony@aol.comVIDEOGRAPHERS
Cybil and Brandon Studios
317.270.4496
photo@cybilandbrandon.comGreen Hat Media
812.340.4451
garrett.poortinga@gmail.comVisuals by AJ
574.220.1848
visualsbyaj@gmail.com
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