What You Need to Know
Here are a few tips to help you plan your event at The 1842.

Whether you're planning a birthday bash, graduation celebration, team party, or just an excuse to get everyone together, The 1842 is built for good times and even better memories.
From duckpin bowling battles and darts tournaments to patio hangs and late-night laughs, this is not your average party space.
At The 1842, every party comes with built-in entertainment — no complicated planning required. Just bring your people, pick your games, and make the space your own.
The 1842 offers a fully private party experience, with guests enjoying duckpin bowling, billiards, darts, pinball, outdoor courts, and patio space. The party room includes TVs, board games, and space for food, gifts, or presentations.
Reservations are available only during Ohio Wesleyan University breaks. For availability or additional information, email Jeremy Stanford at jlstanford@owu.edu.
Located in the heart of residential campus.
Spaces to gather, play, eat, and compete.
Gather around the bonfire for conversations, laughs, and unforgettable nights.
Duckpin bowling keeps guests laughing, competing, & coming back for more.
From pinball battles to dartboard bragging rights, every game keeps the energy going.
Friendly rivalries start fast with duckpin bowling at The 1842.
Cornhole brings guests together for laid-back fun between activities.
Private Party rentals give your group access to duckpin bowling, indoor games, outdoor recreation courts, patio space, TVs, board games, and optional add-ons like catering and a cash bar for guests 21+.
Host your next OWU alumni gathering where memories, laughs, & connections come naturally.
Add an open beer bar & keep conversations flowing throughout your private event.
Garage doors open to patio spaces perfect for relaxing, reconnecting, and hanging out.
Challenge friends, call your shots, and keep the party rolling between games.
Here are a few tips to help you plan your event at The 1842.
The 1842 is set up to meet your needs for food & drinks, so contact us for options! Guests should bring their own desserts & serving ware (e.g. cake, ice cream, serving utensils, plates, dessert napkins, ice cream scoop, etc.)
BYO decorations to customize your celebration or event. Table-top and free-standing decorations are welcome. Just leave the tape at home—hanging or attaching decorations to walls, windows, etc. is not permitted.
The 1842 is expansive, accommodating parties up to 100 people. The interior features garage doors that open onto outdoor gathering spaces, providing plenty of areas to play, eat, drink, and mingle! (For kids' parties, one adult chaperone per five kiddos is required.)
The 1842 primarily exists as an Ohio Wesleyan University student gathering space during the academic year. But when the University is on break, we're excited to open the space for your next celebration. Contact us to discuss timing for your event.