W H E R E M E A N I N G F U L M O M E N T S B E G I N

An intimate event venue made for gathering.

A historic event venue in Centerville, Ohio for showers, dinners, celebrations and the people who matter most.

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A brick wall with a distressed, peeling paint finish, primarily painted gray with white accents.
A brick wall with a distressed, peeling paint finish, primarily painted gray with white accents.
Outline drawing of a house with a sloped roof, windows with shutters, and surrounded by trees and bushes.

A home meant to be shared.

Tucked in historic Centerville, Ohio, The Gathering House is an intimate event venue where the character of an 1814 home meets thoughtfully designed indoor and outdoor spaces, creating a one-of-a-kind backdrop for celebrations today.

Designed for up to 40 guests, the house offers a warm, personal alternative to a traditional event venue. Host a bridal or baby shower, birthday, private dinner or special celebration that moves naturally from the character-filled rooms of the historic home to the Garden Court and Garden Lawn.

Our Story
A cozy outdoor patio at dusk with string lights, potted plants, a long wooden dining table with candles and flowers, and a large sectional sofa with cushions, all surrounded by a brick wall and stone pavement.
A rustic banquet hall decorated for a wedding, with round wooden tables set with white plates, silverware, wine glasses, candles, and floral centerpieces, a brick fireplace with a fire, and ample natural light from large windows and glass doors.

Every room has its own character.

Discover intimate indoor and outdoor event spaces designed to feel less like a venue and more like hosting in a beautiful historic home.

Each space offers something a little different, giving your celebration room to unfold naturally throughout the house and grounds.

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G A T H E R H E R E

For all the reasons worth getting together.

Some moments call for something more personal than a traditional venue. The Gathering House was created for intimate celebrations where being together is really the point.

Make the house your own for the people and moments you want to remember.

Cozy rustic interior with stone walls, wooden floors, bar area with stools, and seating area with armchairs, table, and candles.

Bridal & Baby Showers

Outdoor party setup with trees, string lights, tables with floral centerpieces and candles, a stone building in the background, and a bar area decorated with flowers and greenery.

Micro Weddings

Outdoor patio with string lights, candles, potted plants, and a large wooden dining table, creating a cozy evening ambiance.

Birthdays & Celebrations

Cozy living room with stone fireplace, beige couch, armchair, dark wood coffee table with candles and plant, large window with black frames, and staircase to the left.

Intimate Parties & Dinners

A vanity area with three beige upholstered chairs in front of a wooden countertop. Three large arched mirrors are mounted on the wall, flanked by four vertical wall sconces. The countertop has floral arrangements with white flowers, candles, and decorative bottles. The room has natural light coming through a window on the left, and a beige rug on the floor.

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M A K E I T Y O U R O W N

Your gathering doesn't have to fit a template.

Every celebration looks a little different. Start with the rental option that works for your event, then make the experience your own with available additions and options.

From inside the house into the garden, we'll help you choose the spaces and rental option that make sense for the way you want to gather.

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Simple from the start.

You don't need to have every detail figured out before reaching out. Tell us what you're celebrating, come experience the house and we'll help you find the option that fits.

01.

Tell us your plans

Send your date, celebration type and approximate guest count. We'll help you determine the best next step for your event.

02.

Come see the house

Schedule a private tour, explore the spaces and imagine how your celebration could flow.

03.

 Reserve your date

Choose the rental option that fits your celebration, reserve your date and start making the house your own.

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F I N D Y O U R W A Y

Gather in the heart of Centerville

The Gathering House offers a charming, easy-to-reach setting for intimate celebrations. Use the map to plan your visit, then get in touch to schedule a tour or inquire about an event date.

Find us at: 23 Maple Ave, Dayton, OH 45459

 

Frequently asked questions

  • The Gathering House is an intimate event venue located in historic Centerville, Ohio. Our historic home offers both indoor and outdoor spaces for private celebrations and gatherings.

  • The Gathering House is designed for bridal and baby showers, birthdays, private dinners, intimate parties and other special celebrations.

  • The Gathering House is designed for intimate events of up to 40 guests, creating a warm and personal alternative to a traditional event venue.

  • Yes. Celebrations can make use of the character-filled rooms inside the historic home as well as outdoor spaces including the Garden Court and Garden Lawn.

  • Yes. You can schedule a private tour to experience the venue in person, explore the spaces and imagine how your celebration could flow.

  • Begin by submitting your preferred date, event type and approximate guest count. Once your rental details are confirmed, a non-refundable deposit equal to 50% of the rental fee is required to reserve your date.

Y O U R T U R N T O G A T H E R

What are you celebrating?

Planning a shower, birthday, dinner or something entirely your own? Tell us a little about your event, check availability for your date or schedule a time to experience The Gathering House in person.

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