Frequently Asked Questions
How can I check availability and reserve my date?
Click on the Earl & Wilson Inquiry form and fill in your information. You will be contacted shortly.
Your reservation is confirmed by signing a contract and placing your deposit of 50% of your full room rental rate for the date you selected. Payments are non-refundable.
We accept cash, check and credit card. There is a 4% charge for credit and debit card payment. There is a $30 charge for all checks returned NSF.
What is the capacity?
Earl & Wilson’s capacity is 220 seated for dining.
Are there hotels nearby?
Several hotels are within about a mile of Earl & Wilson:
- Holiday Inn St. Paul Downtown
- Springhill Suites
- Hampton Inn
- Celeste
- Doubletree by Hilton St. Paul
Can we have our ceremony and/or rehearsal at Earl & Wilson?
Yes! Either of our two main rooms would make fine ceremony and rehearsal settings. Both have windows spanning the width of the room on both sides, original wood beam ceilings, stack stone or brick walls and loads of charm.
At the time of your booking, a rehearsal date will be tentatively scheduled. The date and time of your rehearsal is subject to change based on availability of the space.
Is there a space where the wedding party can get ready?
EARL & WILSON has an amazing Bridal Room. You and your bridal party can start the day there getting your hair and make-up done in front of five lighted mirrors, tables and professional salon chairs. An antique vanity and original stack stone wall provide great photo ops, a closet for holding bags, comfy lounging furniture, buffet and fridge for catered in snacks and a private restroom are additional features.
We understand that men spend a lot of time before a wedding just waiting around. We designed the Groom's Ready Room to help take their mind off the wait. Comfortable leather sofas, wingback chairs, tables and chairs to sit at, foosball table, big screen TV, giant world map mural, a buffet for catered snacks, fridge, a closet for bag storage and plenty of device charging outlets. There is also an original stacked stone wall and antler chandelier for photo ops.
Does the space rental include tables, chairs, china, glasses, flatware and linen?
We are aware that every wedding is unique and as such we don't constrain you to our taste in linens. Choose your linen rental from our Preferred Vendor list, you are leaving website, opens in a new tab or someone else you might find.
Your caterer will provide the China, Glasses and Flatware.
We offer 72” round tables which seat 10 or 12 at each, and 60" round tables which seat 8 or 10 at each. We also have 96” rectangular tables for head, gift, buffet and tables, etc. Also available to you are 404 beautiful black X-back steel chairs with black pads.
Are there restrictions on decor?
Our policies are in line with most venues. All candles must be surrounded by glass (referred to as “no open flame”). We do not allow bubbles, glitter, foam, fog, rice, sparklers inside or confetti. Rose petals may be used on the tables but real flower petals are not allowed on the floor, as in the aisle for the ceremony. No tape is to be affixed to painted surfaces.
Beautiful velvet furniture is set in the lounge area. This furniture can be moved about but must remain on the third floor. You are welcome to rent additional furniture if you would like it in anywhere else in the event space.
The stack stone walls look amazing uplit. We have lighting vendors on our Preferred Vendor list, you are leaving website, opens in a new tab for your convenience or you can use your own vendor.
Can we change the date of our event (military or health reasons)?
Possibly. It will be handled on case-by-case basis. We will do our best to hold and find a new available date for you.