Graced with the footsteps of historical figures such as Eleanor Roosevelt and John Philip Sousa, the Abraham Lincoln has meaning well beyond any other events venues in the Reading area. It has been operating as an events space since the opening of the Abraham Lincoln Hotel in 1930.
This classic ballroom includes an extendable stage, spacious dance floor, and a private bar room. The six exquisite crystal chandeliers are directly from the world-famous John Wanamaker Department Store in Philadelphia.
With a charming wood-finished bar room, tile dance floor, and the only outdoor balcony for events-use in the city, there’s no wonder this is one of our most popular spaces! Adorned with four Czechoslovakian crystal chandeliers, this space offers a blend of rustic warmth and modern elegance. It includes a private kitchen and food prep area.
Able to be booked separately or together in a single package, our sophisticated Madison & Washington suite has the versatility of folding partitions. With this adaptable layout, you have the freedom to create separate intimate spaces or combine them for larger gatherings.
By far our most spacious suite, the JFK is an expansive, newly-remodeled, multi-level ballroom. It includes an upstairs reception area, secluded bridal retreat, and roomy kitchen and food prep area. The main chamber additionally features a stage — blending formality and functionality for parties and celebrations of all kinds.
Featuring a cabinet-enclosed whiteboard/projector screen, this room is designed to enhance presentations and integrate multimedia elements. It’s one of our rare spaces that’s ideal for both smaller parties and corporate seminars.
The Hamilton Room is commonly booked alongside the adjacent Presidential Ballroom to add to the available entertainment space. It features parquet-tiled flooring and mirrored walls that enhance the sense of space and light.
