The DeKoven Center hosts retreats and conferences year round in its historic, charming facilities that were once home to Racine College. We offer overnight accommodations, conference rooms, a banquet hall, two chapels, a pool and gym, and 11 acres of greenspace for your retreat or event.

Universities, counseling centers, educational and service organizations, music groups, quilting groups and family reunions all enjoy DeKoven’s quiet and peaceful atmosphere, which is conducive to their work, reflection and enjoyment.

Our facilities include:

Taylor Hall – The DeKoven Center’s conference center and overnight rooms. Originally built in 1867 for Dr. James DeKoven’s work and study, it’s used today to host groups from around the world. Taylor Hall includes six meeting rooms, a dining room, St. Mary’s Chapel and room for 56 overnight guests. Large groups can be accommodated at the Radisson Harbourwalk Hotel, which is a short drive away.

Great Hall - Our largest space, the Great Hall can comfortably hold 200 people for receptions, concerts, reunions, banquets, dances and meetings.

Assembly Hall - Assembly Hall comfortably seats 100 people and is perfect as a breakout room or for groups looking for a space that’s cozier than the Great Hall. Large groups use both halls for their events, while smaller groups hold their services and sessions here.

St. John’s Chapel - A beautiful, spiritual space for weddings and worship services.

Gym and Pool – An indoor basketball court, party room and swimming pool are perfect for recreational activities.

See the Tour page for an overview of the entire DeKoven campus.

To book facilities for your own group conference/retreat contact Julia at jpeyton@dekovencenter.org

To book a room for a private retreat contact Julia at 262-633-6401 or e-mail jpeyton@dekovencenter.org

Check our rates for more information.

Events Hosted at DeKoven

Over the years, The DeKoven Center has been fortunate to host hundreds of groups that have used our facilities for a variety of purposes. Some include:

• Self help/improvement
• Counseling
• Arts & crafts
• Private retreats – spiritual & professional
• Working retreats for vestries, church councils, etc.
• Health & recovery
• “New Age” – energy/mysticism/healing/massage
• Women’s groups
• Men’s groups
• Political action groups
• Support groups
• Martial Arts workshops & camps
• School reunions
• Youth groups
• Day groups – banquets/showers/holiday parties/meetings/1-day retreats/tours/social clubs

Why Hold Your Event At DeKoven?

• Private space for retreats, events and personal reflection
• Custom menu planning
• Historic buildings create an enchanting environment
• Elegant accommodations
• Warm environment (even in Wisconsin’s winter!)
• Welcoming and friendly staff
• Unique space for your event
• English Gothic Revival buildings are architecturally significant
• All eight DeKoven buildings are on the National Register of Historic Places
• Gorgeous gardens and year-round walking paths

DeKoven-sponsored Retreats

In addition to welcoming groups who seek a place of meeting, The DeKoven Center sponsors a number of retreats and conferences throughout the year which are open to all. DeKoven sponsored programs include conducted silent retreats in Advent, Lent and Summer, continuing education conferences for lay and ordained leadership, and workshops focusing on a variety of current issues. To register for a sponsored retreat,  Call Julia at 262-633-6401 or e-mail jpeyton@dekovencenter.org