Columbus Refectory

Located in the Northeast corner of historic Columbus Park, the beautiful Refectory building is a popular destination for weddings and other special events. The design for the grounds of Columbus Park, considered the masterpiece of Jens Jenson — dean of Prairie-style architecture — were inspired by the site's natural history and topography. This inspiration is evident in the Refectory's serene setting — a surrounding landscape that features two natural looking waterfalls, stratified stonework ledges, a large lagoon and abundant native plant life. The Refectory building itself is a beautiful