Be part of the history

Host your event at
The Crosse House.

Experience the charm of Sun Prairie's oldest house, a National Historic Landmark built circa 1864, lovingly restored to provide modern comfort while preserving its historic character.

When you choose the Crosse House for your event, you're supporting our mission to preserve this treasured landmark for future generations while working with a community-focused organization that truly cares about your experience.

A white Victorian-style house with a front porch and a sign that reads 'Grosse House.' People are sitting and standing in front of the house, with colorful flowers and landscaping along the sidewalk.
Living room with a wooden table on a patterned area rug, red walls, a chandelier, a fireplace, and open doorways leading to other rooms.
View of a dining room with a wooden table, ornate area rug, maroon walls, a chandelier, windows with lace curtains, and a doorway leading to a kitchen and other rooms, with one chair visible.
Kitchen with hardwood floor, white cabinets, beige walls, window with lace curtains, white refrigerator, microwave, coffee maker, stove, and sink.
Empty room with green walls, hardwood floor, a small rug, a dark wooden table, and two white doors, one with a 'NO EXIT' sign, and framed pictures on the walls.
Interior of a room with a wooden table on a patterned rug, red and blue painted walls, a black fireplace, and a chandelier hanging from the ceiling.
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Front view of a white, Victorian-style house with a porch, decorated with white ornate trim. There are two tables with chairs on the porch, and the house has a small garden with flowering plants and large potted plants near the stairs. The sign reads "Crosse House" and the house number is 133.

Event & Venue Details

  • The house seats 40 guests comfortably for dining events with tables and chairs. For cocktail-style or standing events, it can accommodate up to 65 guests.

  • We provide 15 square tables (34" each), 60 chairs, a vintage dining room table, and miscellaneous smaller accent tables. Colorful tablecloths and chair covers are available in various colors for a $3 cleaning fee per item used.

  • No, renters are responsible for setting up and taking down tables, chairs, and decorations. All necessary furniture is provided, but you'll need to arrange it for your event.

  • Yes, you may use our fully modernized kitchen facilities to prepare and serve food for your event. The kitchen is equipped for catering needs.

  • Yes, professional caterers are welcome. However, they must sign a separate Caterer Use & Conditions Contract that must be approved by an SPHS officer prior to your event.

  • Yes, the Crosse House is wheelchair accessible. Currently, guests are only allowed access to the first floor and veranda of the house. We ask that you please refrain from going upstairs during your visit.

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Policies

  • Yes, alcoholic beverages are permitted on the premises. However, no sales of alcohol are allowed. If your event is open to the public, you'll need a liquor license and licensed bartender. The renter assumes full responsibility for appropriate consumption by guests.

  • You cannot tape, staple, nail, or glue anything to walls, ceilings, woodwork, or fixtures. Violation of this policy will result in forfeiture of your security deposit. All decorations must be removed after your event.

  • No, smoking is prohibited throughout the entire Crosse House property, including inside the building, on the porch, and in the yard. This includes vapes and THC/Detla 8 products.

  • No, the upstairs is unfinished and strictly off-limits to all guests. Entry to the upstairs area will result in forfeiture of your entire security deposit.

  • You are responsible for cleaning up after your event and removing all garbage from the premises. The Crosse House does not have city garbage pickup service, so all trash must be taken with you.

  • Your $200 security deposit is fully refundable if the house is left in the same condition as when you took responsibility for it. We'll inspect the property after your event, and any damages or excessive cleaning needs will be deducted from your deposit.

  • All unclaimed items will be removed after your rental period ends. We are not responsible for items left behind, so please do a thorough check before leaving.

Booking & Payment

  • Complete the Request a Date form on this page. We will reach out to confirm you date and ask you to complete our rental agreement form and submit payment (rental fee + security deposit) to secure your date.

  • The rental fee is $200 per day, plus a $200 refundable security deposit. If you use our tablecloths or chair covers, there's a $2 cleaning fee per item deducted from your deposit. Total upfront cost: $400 (with $200 refunded after your event if the house is left in good condition).

  • We recommend booking as early as possible, especially for popular dates like weekends and holidays. Visit our events calendar to check availability and complete our form to request your preferred date.

  • Full refunds are provided for cancellations made at least 4 weeks prior to your event date. If the City of Sun Prairie declares a snow emergency on your event date, your deposit will be refunded and the event cancelled.

  • The rental fee ($200) and security deposit ($200) are due when you sign the rental agreement to secure your booking. Both can be paid with a single check.

Flowers blooming in a garden with the sun shining through tall trees and a bright sky in the background.
A hallway with a wooden staircase, front door with a window, two overhead light fixtures, and a floral-patterned runner rug.

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