the inner keep

Moody, Elegant Evanston Lounge for Meetings & Gatherings

1/9
35 people
5 hrs min
1000 sq ft
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About the inner keep

Daytime Private Bookings By day, the inner keep becomes an intimate and refined setting for private gatherings, creative productions, and professional meetings. With its lounge-style seating, marble tables, layered lighting, and thoughtfully designed atmosphere, the space offers something more personal than a typical event venue or meeting room. The inner keep is ideal for: Photo and video shoots Brand, lifestyle, and editorial content creation Team meetings, off-sites, and client presentations Workshops, small classes, and creative sessions Private parties and intimate celebrations Bridal showers and wedding showers Baby showers Birthday gatherings Networking events and community gatherings Whether you are bringing people together to celebrate, create, collaborate, or connect, the inner keep offers a polished, welcoming backdrop for an experience that feels intentional and memorable.

Included in your booking

Features

Bathrooms

Street-level access

Public Transport

natural light


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Location

Bookable Hours

Monday
8:00 am - 3:00 pm
Tuesday
8:00 am - 3:00 pm
Wednesday
8:00 am - 3:00 pm
Thursday
8:00 am - 3:00 pm
Friday
8:00 am - 3:00 pm
Saturday
8:00 am - 3:00 pm
Sunday
8:00 am - 3:00 pm

Health and Safety Measures

The inner keep is cleaned and reset before each booking to provide guests with a polished, welcoming environment. High-touch surfaces, including door handles, tables, seating areas, restrooms, and shared amenities, are cleaned between events. We ask all guests to remove personal belongings, décor, food, and catering materials at the end of their reservation so the space can be properly prepared for the next gathering.

Cancellation Policy

Standard 30-day

Guests may cancel their Booking until 30 days before the event start time and will receive a full refund (including all Fees) of their Booking Price. Guests may cancel their Booking between 30 days and seven days before the event start time and receive a 50% refund (excluding Fees) of their Booking Price. Cancellations submitted less than seven days before the Event start time are not refundable. Learn More
All Bookings are subject to Peerspace’s Grace Period policy which provides a full refund for Bookings cancelled within 24 hours from receipt of a Booking Confirmation but no later than 48 hours prior to the Event start time.
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