What is happening at Prospect Hall?
The Mansion Renovation​
It’s taken six years of careful planning and painstaking preparation to get every detail just right, but we can finally share the news: Prospect Hall is officially under construction and will be opening in the winter of 2026 as both a private venue and community treasure.
A new entrance and parking area are taking shape, the gardens are being completely transformed, and by next spring, more than two hundred trees, shrubs, and flowers will create a warm, inviting welcome for visitors at every turn.​Inside, the once-abandoned house is undergoing an extensive restoration and modernization.
An incredibly knowledgable and talented team has been meticulously stripping away layers of old paint, restoring original windows, rebuilding salvaged shutters, and reviving the hand crafted pocket shutters. Perhaps most impressively, they’re bringing the intricate leaded glass windows and grand entry doors back to life.​
Modern systems—electrical, plumbing, and mechanical—are being installed with the utmost care, ensuring they blend seamlessly into the fabric of the historic structure. Expertly engineered supports are repairing damage to the third floor, while original old-growth pine moldings are being sanded and painted, plaster walls repaired, and brick chimneys restored to their former strength and glory.​
We’re restoring what can be saved, rebuilding what’s been lost, and faithfully recreating what time has erased.
More questions about all the different types of events at Prospect Hall
What investment is required to host an event at Prospect Hall?​
Once the renovations are further along, we will be listing our pricing for the different venue options, times, and packages. We estimate a single day venue fee of around $15,000 and multiple day experiences at $25,000. The venue fee will include access to the entire estate and it's grounds, parking, and day of coordinator. Food, beverage, and other professional services are not included in the fee. ​
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Will you be offering any free weddings?​
Yes, we intend to donate the use of Prospect Hall at no charge for at least one wedding in 2027. Please sign up to our social media channels for future announcements.
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When will Prospect Hall open?
Fingers crossed, Prospect Hall will open in the winter of 2026. We will begin giving tours once the Mansion has been properly restored, at which point we will also begin accepting reservations for the 2027 calendar year.
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Will the property be hosting community events?
Yes! One of the most exciting aspects about owning Prospect Hall is our ability to share this remarkable building with the community. We look forward to seeing your on the front lawn.
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How many guest can Prospect Hall host?
​Inside the Mansion, we can comfortably host up to 100 people for a seated dinner, 200 guest for a cocktail reception, and 300 people for an estate celebration.
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Is Prospect Hall an inclusive facility?
Celebrations of every kind have a home at Prospect Hall. We come from a large and wonderfully diverse family—some connected by birth, others by choice—and we know that the moments we share are what truly define us. Here, gatherings aren’t just events; they’re opportunities to bring people together, to honor every milestone, and to celebrate love in all its forms. Prospect Hall is a place where joy is felt deeply, where inclusivity is woven into every detail, and where the beauty of shared experiences becomes part of its living history.
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Will there be overnight accommodations?
Yes. We have three well appointed suites for couples to share with friends or family during their celebration. If additional accommodations are required, we've partnered with local hotels to ensure everyone has a place to stay.
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Will there be onsite parking?
Yes! Onsite parking features 44 spaces, 2 electric charging stations, 2 handicap spots and a bike rack. Additional offsite parking services are also available. Please contact us for information.
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Is Prospect Hall affiliated with the Apartments?
No. We are not affiliated with the Prospect Hall Apartments. BUT....we are so thankful that they are our neighbors.
Are pets allowed at Prospect Hall?
We love our furry friends, but to help keep the property comfortable, clean, and enjoyable for our two legged guests, we kindly ask that no pets be brought on site during events.
Service animals are absolutely welcomed for events. Please let your team know ahead of time so we can make the necessary arrangements to ensure everyone has a great experience.
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Is there interesting history about Prospect Hall?
Is George Washington's horse really buried at Prospect Hall?
Of course, we just don't where! While no one has uncovered the remains of Blueskin it is said that if you listen closely, in the quiet of the night, you will hear the mysterious galloping in the distance.
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Have you seen Agnes?
Nope, but my mother taught me I had more to fear from the living than the dead.
Who owns Prospect Hall?
The mansion was purchased by myself, Michele Sigler, and my husband, James Schultz, in 2019. We have been residents of Frederick County for most of our lives and we have adored Prospect Hall from a very young age. We are honored to be the current caretakers of this special property and to be able to restore and share it with the community.