Meetings and Events at the Historic Courthouse

The Washington County Historic Courthouse is perfect for a variety of social events and business meetings. This historic site is perfectly situated high on the hill overlooking downtown Stillwater with easy access to all the amenities the city has to offer. The courthouse complex includes a variety of unique meeting spaces located alongside historical exhibitions. Visitors can also enjoy the beautiful, rolling grounds with historical markers and monuments that convey the history of the area.

The Historic Courthouse is not available for wedding ceremonies or receptions.

To make a reservation, please view the planning guide (PDF) and submit a facility request.  

  1. Meeting/Event Spaces
  2. Hours of Use
  3. Fees
  4. Commercial Photography

CourtroomHistoric Courtroom

This stately space offers an elegant alternative to typical hotel facilities. Perfect for a large meeting, seminar or business entertainment event.

Rental Includes

  • 175 chairs for indoor use only
  • Sixteen (16) 5' round tables
  • Six (6)  8' rectangular tables
  • Six (6)  6' rectangular tables
  • Two (2) 9' rectangular Attorney tables
  • One (1) 6' two-tier bar table
  • Eight (8) 30" round cabaret tables (adjustable height) 
  • Lectern
  • Sound system with 2 microphones
  • Large wall-mounted projection screen (projector not provided)
  • Food service kitchen for licensed offsite catering

Treasurers Office meeting space with ivory colored walls and an exposed brick ceilingRegister of Deeds Meeting Room

The room’s tall windows and vaulted ceilings make the space a light and comfortable setting for small group sessions and more intimate meetings of up to 15. 

Rental Includes

  • 15 chairs for indoor use only
  • Two (2) 8' rectangular tables
  • Two (2) 6' rectangular tables
  • Eight (8) 30" round cabaret tables (adjustable height)
  • 40" monitor with DVD player available upon request
  • Coat rack

North Lobby Meeting RoomNorth Lobby

A beautiful cherry conference table tucked under the elegant butternut staircase is the centerpiece of this space. The room is light and airy, open to the courtroom area above, while still private for meetings and small groups of 10. 

Rental Includes

  • 10 padded conference chairs
  • 12' rectangular conference table
  • 40" monitor with DVD player available upon request
  • Coat rack

Other Amenities

  • Historic Jail Access
  • Guided History Tours