Barrington's White House

Barrington's White House Barrington's White House is a fine event venue located in the heart of Barrington, Illinois at 145 West Main Street.

Attend a cultural event or host your wedding, shower, anniversary party, special event and more. Barrington's White House may be rented for weddings as well as individual, corporate, non-profit and community organizations for private events. This historic venue offers high-quality events including performances, concerts, artists, authors and repertory theater. From small intimate gatherings on the

main floor to elegant parties and performances in the third floor ballroom, come and enjoy the best of what Barrington has to offer.

Tomorrow, June 6, renowned writer and performer Ron Keaton kicks off our summer season of events at Barrington's White H...
06/05/2026

Tomorrow, June 6, renowned writer and performer Ron Keaton kicks off our summer season of events at Barrington's White House!

Don't miss this masterful portrayal of Benjamin Franklin's "The First Embassy" at 7:30 p.m. This riveting one-person play by an Equity Jeff Award winner plunges you right into the high-stakes world and daring diplomacy of revolutionary America. You can get tickets at RonKeaton.eventbrite.com.

Get ready for a night of laughter with The Second City and Queen Bs, featuring the quick wit that launched comedy greats...
05/27/2026

Get ready for a night of laughter with The Second City and Queen Bs, featuring the quick wit that launched comedy greats like Tina Fey and Keegan-Michael Key.

The audience-inspired performances will take place this Friday, May 29, at Barrington’s White House! There are two showtimes: 7 p.m. (ages 13 and older) and 9 p.m. (adults). Reserve tickets for the early show at EarlySecondCity26.eventbrite.com or for the late show at LateSecondCity26.eventbrite.com.

Tomorrow, May 21, head to Barrington's White House for our Third Thursday event, “Emerging Voices: Barrington’s New Gene...
05/20/2026

Tomorrow, May 21, head to Barrington's White House for our Third Thursday event, “Emerging Voices: Barrington’s New Generation of Artists,” at 6 p.m.

This exhibition celebrates the creativity and talent of Barrington’s rising young artists. Admission to this event is free! Don't miss the chance to discover and support the local artists of our community. You can register for this event at NewArtists.eventbrite.com.

This Sunday, May 17, at 3 p.m., experience the vibrant spirit of American music with acclaimed Vanessa Becerra, soprano....
05/15/2026

This Sunday, May 17, at 3 p.m., experience the vibrant spirit of American music with acclaimed Vanessa Becerra, soprano. Join the charismatic performer for an afternoon exploring the rich legacy of American composers, blending beloved classics with contemporary works that reflect the nation’s cultural voice.

Discover a captivating musical journey followed by a personal meet-and-greet with the singer at Barrington's White House. Reserve tickets at BecerraAmericanSpirit.eventbrite.com.

Experience the transformative power of the arts with Shakespeare Behind Bars founder Curt Tofteland. Join the TEDx speak...
05/06/2026

Experience the transformative power of the arts with Shakespeare Behind Bars founder Curt Tofteland. Join the TEDx speaker for an evening of Cocktails & Conversation exploring how Shakespeare has sparked empathy and change in prisons since 1995.

Discover the story behind the Sundance-winning documentary and the upcoming 2026 sequel. Reserve your tickets at CurtTofteland.eventbrite.com.

Celebrate America250 with a summer of history, music and community! ☀️ This summer, Barrington’s White House presents a ...
05/04/2026

Celebrate America250 with a summer of history, music and community! ☀️

This summer, Barrington’s White House presents a high-energy season of history and artistry to honor our national journey. Join us for a vibrant lineup of performances and storytelling:

• Elgin Symphony Orchestra: Experience breathtaking concerts at Citizens Park
• Steve Dawson Trio: Soulful Americana presented in partnership with the Old Town School of Folk Music
• Bill Powers: A moving musical retrospective by the Metropolitan Opera veteran
• Megan Wells: A riveting portrayal of Abigail Adams by the award-winning storyteller
• Dr. Patrick Griffin: Expert insights into the Revolutionary era and the American experience
• Poet’s Choice Showcase: Original voices at the Jewel Tea Pavilion
.. and so much more at Barrington's White House, 145 W. Main St. in Barrington!

Explore our lineup below and grab your tickets now at barringtonswhitehouse.com/events.

Celebrate America’s 250th birthday with the award-winning sounds of the Elgin Symphony Orchestra's String Quartet. Joini...
04/24/2026

Celebrate America’s 250th birthday with the award-winning sounds of the Elgin Symphony Orchestra's String Quartet. Joining us at Barrington’s White House this Sunday, April 26, at 3 p.m., this ensemble brings the prestige of a four-time "Orchestra of the Year" recipient to our local stage.

Spend your Sunday immersed in our nation's rich musical heritage! Reserve your tickets at ESOAmericanMasters.eventbrite.com.

Tomorrow evening, Barrington’s White House will host Daprato Rigali Studios, Inc. for Third Thursday Art Night Out at 6 ...
04/15/2026

Tomorrow evening, Barrington’s White House will host Daprato Rigali Studios, Inc. for Third Thursday Art Night Out at 6 p.m.

Dan Rigali, a fifth-generation sales and project manager at Daprato Rigali Studios, will share the studio’s legacy and upcoming projects, including plans for Barrington’s Catlow Theater.

This event is free. Reserve your tickets at dapratorigali3rd.eventbrite.com.

Join us Sunday, April 12, as we welcome New York Times bestselling author and historian Scott Ellsworth to Barrington's ...
04/10/2026

Join us Sunday, April 12, as we welcome New York Times bestselling author and historian Scott Ellsworth to Barrington's White House. Starting at 3 p.m., Ellsworth will dive deep into the secrets of the Civil War and the shadows surrounding the Lincoln assassination. Stick around after the talk for a book signing. Reserve your tickets at PotomacMidnight.eventbrite.com

This event is proudly hosted in partnership with the Barrington Writers Workshop and Read Between The Lynes of Woodstock.

Join us tomorrow at Barrington's White House as acclaimed Megan Wells Tells and local voices share stories that illumina...
04/09/2026

Join us tomorrow at Barrington's White House as acclaimed Megan Wells Tells and local voices share stories that illuminate how our sense of identity and community grows through the journeys we take and the people we meet along the way.

Celebrate the power of story to unite us through humor, heart and surprise, in partnership with the Barrington Cultural Commission. Reserve your tickets at SeaToSea.eventbrite.com.

This year's storytellers include Margaret Burk, Bob Colvin, Jeff Degner, Tracy Fowler, Claudia Maru, Steph Nielsen and Bev Ottaviano.

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145 West Main Street
Barrington, IL
60010

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