Family Gatherings

We want to welcome you, your family, and friends to gather with us at the 1918 Building for your next party, celebration, shower, or dinner.

  • Retirement parties

  • Anniversary parties

  • Birthday celebrations

  • Bridal and baby showers

  • Rehearsal dinners

  • Luncheons

  • Scout ceremonies

Located at Jefferson Barracks Historic Site, the meticulously-restored 1918 Building is the perfect spot for your event. Fitting 100 people for table-seating and 150 for row-seating, as well as our A/V system and fully-functional caterer’s kitchen, we can accommodate all of your needs.

Renting with Us

Basic & Premium Event Packages - $500-$600/3-hour rental

  • 3-hour rental, including set-up and clean-up

  • Basic Event Package (Mon.-Fri., 10am-4pm): $500

  • Premium Event Package (Fri after 4pm, Sat. & Sun., 10am-4pm): $600

  • Up to 13 round tables (5ft), 12 rectangular (6ft), and padded chairs

  • Navy tablecloths on all round and rectangular tables

  • Preferred catering options include Sugarfire, Calliers, Hollyberry and Russo’s

  • Elegant military decor and views of Jefferson Barracks Military Post

  • A/V, including projector for slideshow presentations, 12 ft screen, microphones, and sound system

  • Discounted $5.00 admission for Missouri Civil War Museum for all guests

  • Additional time and decor items available for rental

By the numbers

Banquet Room Size: 2731 sq. ft.

Caterer’s Kitchen Size: 400 sq. ft.

Occupancy: 100 guests for table-seating and 150 people in row-seating

Why us?

  • Unique historic venue built in 1918 by the United States Army

  • Closest venue to Jefferson Barracks National Cemetery (0.4 miles)

  • Operated by a not-for-profit organization dedicated to preserving military and Missouri history

  • A/V equipment, including a 12-foot projector screen, television, microphones, and sound system

  • Caterer’s kitchen

  • Fully accessible

  • Free parking

Contact us

Interested in hosting your next event with us? Please fill out this form and we’ll be in touch shortly. We can’t wait to hear from you!

events@1918building.org

(314) 845-1861