Why Choose the Brown House?

Historic Charm

Enjoy the beauty and character of one of Stayton’s treasured historic landmarks.

Flexible Event Spaces

Our venue can accommodate a variety of layouts and gathering styles, from intimate meetings to larger celebrations.

Included Resources

We offer:

Multiple table and chair configurations Dishes and serving ware

Coffee service equipment Access to a full kitchen

Two large parlor rooms, dining room, updated kitchen, water closet/washroom, outside porches, and beautiful grounds.

The kitchen facilities include a microwave, an electric range/oven, sink, refrigerator, dishwasher, counter space with wall outlets, and a small mobile island. The upstairs is unavailable.

Local Vendor Connections

We are happy to provide recommendations for:

Caterers Florists Rental equipment providers

Licensed alcohol service

Personalized Support

An SHF Board Member is available during your rental period to answer questions and help your event run smoothly.

Events We Host

The Brown House is suitable for many types of gatherings, including:

Weddings & Receptions Bridal & Baby Showers

Anniversary Celebrations Birthday Parties

Family Gatherings Business Meetings

Community Events Educational Programs

Fundraisers & Nonprofit Events Memorial Gatherings

Our Rental Process

We aim to make the rental process simple and welcoming.

Step 1 — Schedule a Tour

Meet with us to tour the property, discuss your event, and receive an estimated rental cost.

Step 2 — Reserve Your Date

To secure your reservation, we require:

  • A signed rental agreement, located HERE

  • A refundable security deposit

  • One-half of the estimated rental cost due 30 days before the event

  • Final payment due 14 days prior to the event

Step 3 — Plan Your Event

We can assist with setup planning or allow you and your vendors to arrange the space independently.

Step 4 — Enjoy Your Event

An SHF representative will be available during your rental period to assist with questions and help ensure a successful event.

Parking & Accessibility

Parking is available along High Street adjacent to the property, with additional overflow parking nearby.

Because the Brown House is a historic property, certain areas may have limited accessibility. Please contact us with any accessibility questions or specific event needs.

Preserve History While Creating Memories

By hosting your event at the Brown House, you are also helping support the preservation of local history and community heritage for future generations.

Helpful Information

Before reserving your event, we encourage you to review:

Rental Policies
Costs for Rental
View from a large bay window in the 1903 Brown House in Stayton, Oregon with intricate stained glass detail at the top, framed by lace curtains, overlooking green leafy trees outside.
The kitchen at the Brown House Event Center with yellow walls, dark wood trim around windows and cabinets, three windows showing trees outside, a microwave on the counter, a plant, and a white refrigerator.
A corner of the dining room of the Brown House with yellow walls, dark wood trim, two windows with lace curtains, a wooden cabinet, and a glass display case with teacups. Ready for any event.
Rental Frequently Asked Questions
The 1903 Brown House in Stayton, Oregon with a wraparound porch surrounded by trees and a well-maintained lawn, with some exterior lighting on at dusk.
View from the porch of the 1903 Brown House showing white decorative columns and railing, with a tree, street, and houses in the background.
Close-up of the upper section of the Brown House with ornate wood trim and a balcony, surrounded by green trees.
Close-up of a vintage black cast-iron stove with decorative details, situated next to white wooden paneling. One of the fine details of the 1903 Victorian Brown House in Stayton, Oregon.
The south parlor of the 1903 Brown House with a patterned rug, and a wall with three windows and a framed picture of Stayton's first hospital, decorated with dark wood trim and cream-colored walls.
Close-up of a vintage doorway trim, showing the detailed carvings along the top edge and the dark wood finish, located in the 1903 Brown House in Stayton, Oregon.

Schedule a Tour

We invite you to contact us to schedule a complimentary introductory tour and consultation. Or call (503)769-8860

View looking from the south parlor into the north parlor of the 1903 Brown House in Stayton, Oregon. Ornate trims are notable throughout the rooms.