completed in 1906

The Wimbish House sits in a prominent Midtown location at the intersection of Peachtree and 14th streets, making The Wimbish House an impressive, easy-to-find destination with close proximity to hotels, parking facilities, and public transportation.

History and memories in the making

Commissioned by prominent Atlanta attorney William A. Wimbish as a residence befitting his family’s social status, The Wimbish House was designed by W. T. Downing, Atlanta’s most noted architect. Known for homes that were innovative and sophisticated, Downing was the preferred architect for Atlanta’s stylish elite, and he later designed many of Atlanta’s most prestigious public buildings, including The Church of the Sacred Heart of Jesus, Trinity United Methodist Church, First Presbyterian Church, and Lupton Hall at Oglethorpe University.

Designed in the eclectic French Renaissance Revival, or Chateau-esque, style, this lovely Victorian-era home is distinguished by steep gables, intricate detailing, and massive stone masonry ornamentation. Located at 1150 Peachtree Street and now a beloved Midtown icon, The Wimbish House is lovingly restored and is designated a national, state and city landmark.

The Wimbish House is owned by The Atlanta Woman's Club, and funds from its operation are used to support the Club’s charitable activities.

We look forward to hosting your event!

Capacity

The Wimbish House can accommodate up to 150 people for ceremony and reception if you wish to have reception seating all in the ballroom. Otherwise, we can accommodate up to 175 with reception seating throughout the house We can accommodate up to 250 for reception only, 200 seated for ceremony, but cannot seat more than 150 guests at tables in one room at one time. We are a house with a ballroom attached – there are a variety of possible seating options depending on how you are using the venue.

If you plan to seat more than 140 in the same room during your reception please note our seating capacity.

Alcohol & Catering

Clients must choose from our list of approved caterers. All catering and bartending services contracted to work an event at the Wimbish House must possess a valid business license and carry at least $1 million coverage general liability insurance.

Clients of the Wimbish House are allowed to bring in their own alcohol. If alcohol is to be served, $1 million coverage liquor liability must be in place by the caterer. Alcohol cannot be sold, guests cannot serve alcohol to themselves, and we do not allow shots to be served.

Parking

The Wimbish House can accommodate up to 4 “VIP” vehicles in our driveway and up to 6 vendor vehicles in our alleyway.

Neighborhood parking options:

1100 Peachtree Street (Laz Parking) 2 lots south of Wimbish House. $2 every 15 minutes, up to $16 per day. Email Karin Holden at karin@thewimbishhouse.com to inquire about validations. ***Rates Subject to Change. This garage closes at 11pm Sunday - Thursday and midnight on Fridays and Saturdays. Please note that the only entrance for Wimbish clients and their guests is on Peachtree Street.

AC/Moxy (Lanier Parking) Entrance is located off 14th or 13th Street between West Peachtree and Crescent) Rate is $22 up to 6 hours (credit cards only), call Jack at 470-277-9477 or email Jack.Hanning@intpark.com ***Rates Subject to Change