Historic Dallas Wedding Venue
Fall In Love With Turner House
Once the family home of the president of the Columbia Conservatory of Music, the Turner House was built in 1911 to host private concerts, lavish lawn parties, and entertain high society in Oak Cliff. More than 100 years later, this diligently restored turn-of-the-century mansion and museum is the perfect backdrop for your next celebration.
Illustrious Amenities
Indoor Spaces
Spacious first-floor salons, including a ballroom
Charming second-floor bedrooms and mezzanine
Warming kitchen
Outdoor Spaces
Wrap-around first-floor porch
Second-floor balcony
Expansive front lawn
Large parking lot
Fine Art
Grand staircase with an authentic Tiffany stained glass window
1923 Steinway Baby Grand piano
Fine art collection on display
Furniture & More
Antique, period-appropriate lounge furniture
Six 6-foot rectangle tables, eight 60-inch round tables, 80 Chiavari chairs, and linens
Dance floor (additional fee, rental required for events with a band and/or DJ)
Rental Rates
Weekend Rental
8 a.m. – midnight
Saturday…$4,500
Friday & Sunday…$3,500
Weekday Rental
8 a.m. – midnight
Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday & Thursday…$3,000
Additional Hours
$175/hour
The Turner House holds up to 125 people and includes furniture, parking, and an on-site event manager. Event insurance is required. Use of a specific event planner or caterer is not required. Our staff will set up provided furniture to suit your needs. Book with a $1,000 non-refundable retainer and a $1,000 refundable security deposit. The balance is due 30 days out. Ask for our rental agreement for full terms.
The Main Hall
The Main Hall
The Oak Cliff Parlor
The Oak Cliff Parlor
First floor restroom 1
The Blake Salon
The Blake Salon
The Blake Salon
The Blake Salon
The Fergusson Drawing Room
First floor restroom 2
The Kitchen
The porch
The Landing
The Tiffany window
Upstairs living space 1
Upstairs restroom 1
Upstairs living space 2
Upstairs restroom 2
First floor floorplan.
Frequently Asked Questions
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Absolutely. Please contact sales@turnerhouse.org to schedule a tour at your convenience.
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125 people total, including your vendors and our staff. Fire code sets that limit, so we can’t make exceptions.
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Full use of the house (first and second floors, lawn, and parking lot) for the entire day of your rental. You may also use our eight 5-foot round tables, six 6-foot buffet tables, and 80 chairs. An OCSFA venue manager will be on site from setup through cleanup, and arrange our provided rentals to your specifications.
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You can be in the house from 8 a.m. to midnight. Your event needs to end by 11 p.m., and breakdown runs until midnight. Extra time is available if you book it ahead.
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Yes. Your caterer can use our kitchen to hold and plate food, but there’s no cooking on site. If you’re not using a traditional caterer, you’ll need your own staff for serving, cleanup, and trash.
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Yes, as long as it’s served by TABC-certified bartenders. Guests can’t serve themselves.
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Yes. You hire and pay them directly. They need to be licensed (where that applies), insured, and booked at least 60 days before your event.
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Yes. You’ll need general liability insurance for your event date, and so will each of your vendors. Your rental agreement lists the coverage amounts. We also strongly recommend event cancellation insurance.
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If you have more than 80 guests, yes. You’ll hire a licensed security guard for the whole event. Off-duty police officers qualify.
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Confetti, glitter, silly string, stickers, candles, or any open flame. Nothing can be attached to the walls, and signs go on easels indoors only. Smoking is allowed outside, away from the house.
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Yes. Tents and other outdoor structures need our written approval in advance.
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Payments aren’t refunded if you cancel, which is why we recommend cancellation insurance. If something outside your control forces a change, like severe weather or an emergency order, we’ll work with you on one new date within 12 months.
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Yes. Please inquire with sales@turnerhouse.org to learn more.
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Contact sales@turnerhouse.org to check your date. To hold it, you’ll sign the rental agreement and pay $2,000:
$1,000 retainer. This is the first payment toward your rental fee. It holds your date and isn’t refundable.
$1,000 security deposit. We hold this during your event and return it within 30 days, minus any damage costs.
The rest of your rental fee is due 30 days before your event.
Celebrate With Us
Our venue is the perfect space for your next event:
Weddings
Rehearsal dinners
Engagement parties and bridal showers,
Baby showers
Private parties
Galas and fundraisers
Board meetings, retreats and workshops
Music recitals
Photoshoot or video shoot
