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Classic Elegance on a Grand Scale

A part of Indiana’s historical landscape since 1916, Laurel Hall was built as the home to one of Indiana’s wealthiest families. Owned and operated by the Phi Kappa Psi Foundation and home to the Phi Kappa Psi Fraternity national headquarters since 2006, Laurel Hall combines beauty and character with modern conveniences to create a perfect venue for any occasion.

Your guests will be wowed by the six-acres of grounds and 36,000 square feet this mansion boasts. Laurel Hall provides a great location for weddings up to 200 guests. Friends and family will marvel at the stained glass windows, architectural details, and ornate mantelpieces. The landscape provides a picturesque location for any ceremony.

With a value on the overall experience, Laurel Hall aims to provide our guests and their vendors with ample time to bring their event dreams to life. Our packages are designed to include time for our clients and their guest list to relax and enjoy their next great event.

Let’s make memories.

Fayette Mall

Lexington, Kentucky

1975

Located in central Kentucky, this premier shopping destination is the largest mall in Kentucky and among the largest malls in the southeast. Fayette Mall is anchored by Dillard’s, Macy’s, JCPenney and Dick’s Sporting Goods. The property also features an open-air lifestyle center including retail, dining and a theater.

Category: Regional

Retail Space: 1,158,536

Number of Stores: 150

VIP Program: Yes

Hitching Post & Old Country Store

Aurora, Kentucky

1941

Step back in time and shop for Kentucky souvenirs, old fashioned toys, candy and unique gifts. Known for its collection of vintage and specialty bottles of soda, the store has a tasting event on Thursdays when tasters sample 16 sodas, learning about their history and trivia.

Category: Historic/Specialty

Number of Stores: 1

VIP Program: Yes

Magazine Street

New Orleans, Louisiana

1700s

Six miles of extraordinary shopping, dining, art and B&Bs runs parallel to the Mississippi River from Audubon Park to Canal Street. Winding through neighborhoods of historic buildings and beautiful architecture, this shopping district features mainly locally-owned shops carrying clothing, jewelry, home decor and antiques.

Category: Theme/Festival

VIP Program: No

A park for every passion

Whether you’re looking to rev up or wind down, we’ve got a place just for you. Nestled in some of the state’s most beautiful settings, Kentucky State Parks offer a wide range of activities – from outdoor adventures to nature escapes – and accommodations from rustic campsites and cozy cabins to resort park lodges. Plus, 13 nationally recognized state park golf courses get you out on the links to soak up incredible views.

Book your summer getaway at parks.ky.gov!

L.L. Bean Flagship Store

Freeport, Maine

1917

Part of the 7-acre L.L. Bean retail campus, the company’s first and largest store is now Maine’s second most visited attraction. Undergoing a $50 million renovation, the updated iconic store will honor the New England village aesthetic while celebrating the company’s Maine legacy and add immersive experiences for customers.

Category: Historic/Specialty

Retail Space: 200,000

Number of Stores: 1

VIP Program: Yes

Tanger Outlets National

Harbor

National Harbor, Maryland

2013

Sitting near the banks of the Potomac River and National Harbor’s Waterfront District and I-95, the outlet mall is minutes from MGM National Harbor, Gaylord National Resort and The Westin. Shoppers enjoy a wide variety of brand-name stores and fast-casual dining options.

Category: Factory Outlet

Retail Space: 341,156

Number of Stores: 90

VIP Program: Yes

Arundel Mills

Hanover, Maryland

2000

Maryland’s #1 tourist attraction and the state’s largest outlet and value retail shopping, dining and entertainment destination sits at the intersection of the Baltimore-Washington Parkway and Rte. 100, 10 miles south of Baltimore and 20 miles north of DC.

Category: Factory Outlet

Retail Space: 1,930,820

Number of Stores: 225

VIP Program: Yes

1961 South Shore Plaza

Braintree, Massachusetts

Located off I-93 about 10 miles south of Boston, the enclosed super-regional mall is a shopping, dining and entertainment destination. The mall has 9 full service restaurants and other fast casual dining options plus entertainment at Space Zero, Dave & Busters and the S.T.E.A.M. Play Area.

Category: Super-Regional

Retail Space: 1,586,446

Number of Stores: 200

VIP Program: Yes

Faneuil Hall Marketplace

Boston, Massachusetts

2013

Sitting near the banks of the Potomac River and National Harbor’s Waterfront District and I-95, the outlet mall is minutes from MGM National Harbor, Gaylord National Resort and The Westin. Shoppers enjoy a wide variety of brand-name stores and fast-casual dining options.

Category: Factory Outlet

Retail Space: 341,156

Number of Stores: 90

VIP Program: Yes

Great Lakes Crossing Outlets

Auburn Hills, Michigan

1998

Michigan’s largest and only enclosed outlet mall is a retail outlet, entertainment and dining destination incorporating the state’s largest food court with 1,000 seats. Entertainment options include a 25-screen theater, Legoland Discovery Center, Sea Life Michigan Aquarium and Peppa Pig World of Play.

Category: Factory Outlet

Retail Space: 1,355,000

Number of Stores: 185

VIP Program: Yes

Mall of America

Bloomington, Minnesota

1992

The largest shopping and entertainment complex in the North America welcomes over 40 million visitors each year to shop and dine in the 520+ stores and restaurants and attend 400+ events. Entertainment includes the 7-acre indoor theme park, Sea Life® Minnesota Aquarium, Crayola Experience and FlyOver America.

Category: Super-Regional

Retail Space: 5,600,000

Number of Stores: 520

VIP Program: Yes

Outlets of Mississippi

Pearl, Mississippi

2013

Mississippi’s largest outlet center is located just minutes from the capital city of Jackson and near I-20 and I-55. The open-air center features 80+ retail tenants, food court, playground, Mississippi Blues and Country Trail monuments, visitor services center, Mississippi themed signage and educational signage.

Category: Factory Outlet

Retail Space: 325,000

Number of Stores: 80

VIP Program: Yes

Branson Landing

Branson, Missouri

2006

Branson Landing sits on 95 acres, spanning 1.5 miles of waterfront on beautiful Lake Taneycomo, adjacent to historic downtown Branson. The open-air setting is home to over 100 shops, attractions and restaurants. At the heart of the Landing is a town square featuring water fountains shooting 120-foot geysers and fire cannons.

Category: Theme/Festival

Retail Space: 450,000

Number of Stores: 100

VIP Program: Yes

Great Northern Town Center

Helena, Montana

1999

Developed on the site of the historic Great Northern Railroad Yard, the area houses boutiques, theaters, interactive science museum, restaurants, Lewis & Clark walking path, convention center and hotel. Its centerpiece is the Great Northern Carousel, a handcarved carousel featuring native Montana animals.

Category: Theme/Festival

Number of Stores: 20

VIP Program: Yes

The Old Market

Omaha, Nebraska

1880

During the late 1800s, Omaha was a great railroad center, and Old Market was an epicenter of commerce. Today, the red-brick warehouses and cobblestone streets are home to a diverse mix of shops, galleries, restaurants and taverns. Visitors may take a historic walking tour that identifies the area’s historic sites and buildings.

Category: Theme/Festival

Number of Stores & Restaurants: 122

VIP Program: No

The Mall at Rockingham Park

Salem, New Hampshire

1999

Conveniently located off Exit 1 on I-93 just 2 miles north of the New Hampshire-Massachusetts border, the 2-story mall attracts visitors looking for tax-free shopping as well as market-exclusive, classic and fashionable stores. During a day of shopping, visitors can choose between a variety of restaurants and see a movie at the theater.

Category: Super-Regional

Retail Space: 1,024,000

Number of Stores: 150

VIP Program: Yes

The Mills at Jersey Gardens

Elizabeth, New Jersey

1999

The Mills at Jersey Gardens is New Jersey’s largest outlet and value retail center. The indoor center is 5 minutes from Newark Liberty International Airport, only 20 miles from Manhattan and features daily transportation from the Manhattan Port Authority Bus Terminal. A shopping bonus: All sales on clothing and shoes are tax-free.

Category: Factory Outlet

Retail Space: 1,303,423

Number of Stores: 200

VIP Program: Yes

American Dream

East Rutherford, New Jersey

2019

American Dream is a retail and entertainment complex in the Meadowlands Sports Complex, just outside of New York City. Although the sprawling mall is considered the nation’s 2nd largest, its square footage is 30% retail stores and 70% entertainment venues. Attractions include a ski slope, ice rink, giant ferris wheel and indoor waterpark.

Category: Super-Regional

Retail Space: 3,013,890

Number of Stores: 450

VIP Program: Yes

Westfield Garden State Plaza

Paramus, New Jersey

1957

Located about 15 miles west of New York City, Garden State Plaza opened as the first suburban shopping center in New Jersey. Today, the enclosed mall is New Jersey’s 2nd largest mall, behind American Dream, and one of the nation’s top 20 largest malls. Shoppers also find 50 restaurants and a theater.

Category: Super-Regional

Retail Space: 2,118,718

Number of Stores: 300

VIP Program: Yes

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