Sign for Brown House, a historic event center operated by the Santiam Heritage Foundation, featuring an illustration of the Brown House, a Victorian-style house surrounded by trees in Stayton, Oregon.

Venue Rentals at the

Brown House Event Center

The Brown House offers a warm and distinctive historic setting in the heart of Stayton, Oregon. Whether you are planning a wedding, reception, family celebration, meeting, fundraiser, memorial gathering, or community event, our flexible venue provides a memorable and welcoming atmosphere for your guests.

Owned and maintained by the Santiam Heritage Foundation, the Brown House Event Center combines historic character with practical event amenities to help create a truly special occasion.

Our Rental Process

1. Schedule a Tour

Meet with us to explore the Brown House, discuss your event, and learn about rental options.

2. Review Rental Information

We’ll help you determine the best setup and resources for your gathering.

3. Reserve Your Date

Complete the rental agreement and deposit to secure your event. You can contact us HERE to check the availability of your date. Complete a Rental Application Form HERE

4. Plan Your Event

Coordinate details with our team and preferred local vendors.

5. Celebrate at the Brown House

Enjoy a memorable event in one of Stayton’s treasured historic landmarks.

A decorated room set up for a celebration with round tables covered with white tablecloths, floral centerpieces, and small favors at each place setting. An example of an event setup at the Brown House Event Center in Stayton, Oregon.
A buffet table decorated with balloons, flowers, featuring various foods including vegetables, salmon, and chicken, set up in a room with windows and wooden furniture. A possible setup for an event at the Brown House Event Center in Stayton, Oregon.
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Three long tables set for a meal with china, gold-foiled utensils, pink napkins, and small flower arrangements in vases. Large windows with white lace curtains allow natural light into the room. An event setup at Brown House Event Center.
A room decorated for a wedding shower celebration with a white sideboard holding cupcakes, a white table with a bowl of punch, and a cart with flowers, all near large windows with lace curtains held at Brown House Event Center.
The greeting room with a table covered by a white tablecloth, a lamp, at the Brown House Event Center in Stayton, Oregon.