Dinner can be so much
more than a meal.
A magical meal is so much more than just food.
It’s a delicious feeling that fills you up
and lasts with lingering loving memories for a long time.
Dinner At The Mansion
Experience Overview
July 20 – Brazilian Feast
August 10 – The Cotton Ball
September 7 – A Harvest Dinner
October 18, 19, 25, & 26 – Murder at The Cotton Mansion
December 7 – A Holiday Dinner
December 31 – 3rd Annual Black and White Soiree Dinner
February 14 and 15 – Valentines Dinner
The Cotton Mansion Boutique Hotel & Events in Duluth, MN
6:00pm – 9:00pm
Reservations Required
Ticket Sales End at Midnight the Wednesday Prior to the Dinner.
2024 Monthly Dinner Series
Built in 1908, by Joseph Cotton, the Cotton Mansion is a 16,000 square foot Italian Renaissance mansion and Carriage House located in the historic mansion district of Duluth, Mn. Beautiful custom-crafted details include an incredible array of hand-carved stone, exotic woods, Fifteenth Century Italian marbles, stunning mosaics and hand-carved plaster frieze ceilings. This jewel of Duluth makes for a one of a kind setting for these one of a kind dinners.
Murder at The Cotton Mansion
Dinner Party
18, 19, 25, & 26 October, 2024
6:00 pm - 9:00 pm
$149 + Gratuity
Only 2 dates remain!
Experience a night of suspense and intrigue as you help to solve a Murder at The Cotton Mansion over a delicious chef crafted meal with paired wines. Everyone is a player and anyone could be the killer.
“You are invited to an evening of gaming and entertainment at The Cotton Mansion, a casino owned by the wealthy Dona Mancini. The guest list includes a number of gambling enthusiasts—from high rollers to novices—as well as the performers, dealers, and other staff employed by Dona Mancini. Everyone is expecting an evening replete with games of chance, dinner, drinks, and maybe a show—they aren’t expecting a power outage, the murder of a member of the surveillance team, or a lockdown that prevents them from leaving the casino.”
The evening includes a multi course chef crafted dinner with paired wines and an exciting murder mystery game. Please note this is an interactive game in which you may be assigned as a character (no lines or memorization is required!). All “gambling” is for the sake of the game only, no real money will be used or exchanged.
This is a 21+ event.
The requested dress code is semi formal – cocktail dress, little black dress, slacks and a button down shirt would all work well for this event.
A Holiday Feast
Sunday, December 7, 2024
6:00pm – 9:00pm
$129 +Gratuity
Celebrate the magic of the season with a spectacular holiday dining experience at The Cotton Mansion. Join us for an elegant evening featuring a five-course gourmet dinner, artfully prepared by Chef Jeffrey Zervas, with each course perfectly paired with hand-selected wines. The mansion will be fully adorned in breathtaking Christmas décor, setting the perfect backdrop for a festive and memorable night.
This dinner is open to all, making it a wonderful choice for couples, friends, and families looking to celebrate the holidays in style. It’s also an ideal opportunity for small businesses to enjoy a holiday party in a stunning setting—perfect for teams who may not have the size to rent out a private venue but still want a grand and festive celebration.
Gather your colleagues, loved ones, or friends, and let us make this holiday season one to remember!
Reserve your seats today for an evening of culinary excellence and holiday cheer at The Cotton Mansion.
New Years Eve
Black & White Soireè Dinner
Tuesday, December 31, 2024
6:00pm – 9:00pm
$149 +Gratuity
Ring in the New Year with style and sophistication at The Cotton Mansion’s Black & White Soirée—an evening of elegance, fine dining, and celebration.
Join us for a formal New Year’s Eve dinner featuring an exquisite multi-course menu, expertly paired with fine wines to complement each dish. As the night unfolds, you’ll be treated to an unforgettable dining experience, surrounded by the timeless beauty of The Cotton Mansion.
End the year on a sparkling note as we look forward to the New Year in the most glamorous fashion.
Details:
- Formal black and white attire required
- Multi-course gourmet dinner
- Paired wines with each course
- Champagne toast
- Limited seating for an intimate, elegant evening
Celebrate the arrival of 2025 in a truly spectacular setting. Reserve your seat now for an unforgettable New Year’s Eve at The Cotton Mansion!
Additional Information
Payment:
The price shown is per person. Tax and a 20% gratuity are added at check out. Full payment is required at booking and can be made with VISA, MasterCard, American Express, or Discover. Ticket sales end 2 days prior to the dinner or once we sell out.
Arrival & Parking:
The dinners begin at 6:00pm with doors opening at 5:45pm. Please do not arrive any earlier than 5:45pm, doors will not yet be unlocked as we prepare for the evening. Please utilize street parking as on site parking is reserved for our overnight guests. Entrance to the mansion is through the main door off of 1st St.
What To Expect:
Each dinner will include multiple courses with paired drinks (where noted). Every menu is created to flow from one dish to another and each dish is made from scratch. This dinner series is so much more than a meal, it’s an evening, an adventure, a moment, and a memory. A night with us lasts over 3 hours, consists of many courses and not only fills your bellies, but your hearts. With an intimate group and the utmost personal attention from Kirsten, Jeff and our team. It is our duty to give you an experience that not only feels magical, but priceless at the same time. Our dinners reflects the value of the best ingredients we can find, and our commitment to pay our staff fairly and consciously, the unique experience we work so hard to provide you with.
Cancellations or Refunds:
We are offering a very limited number of spaces for these dinners. As such, all reservations are non refundable from the date of purchase. If you are unable to attend, you may transfer your reservation to another person at no additional charge. Please contact us with any reservation changes so we are able to prepare accordingly.
Frequently Asked Questions
Dinner for the 2024 series is $129 per person (plus tax & 20% gratuity). This dinner series is so much more than a meal, it’s an evening, an adventure, a moment, and a memory. A night with us lasts over 3 hours, consists of many courses and not only fills your bellies, but your hearts. With an intimate group and the utmost personal attention from Kirsten, Jeff and our team. It is our duty to give you an experience that not only feels magical, but priceless at the same time. Our dinners reflects the value of the best ingredients we can find, and our commitment to pay our staff fairly and consciously, the unique experience we work so hard to provide you with.
Yes! Guests will be seated together at large tables. This is a fun opportunity to share in this unique experience and hopefully leave with new friends.
Absolutely! These dinners are a great opportunity to meet new people!
An evening with us consists of multiple courses made up of local ingredients including vegetables, fish, poultry, meat, dairy and grains. We do not offer substitutions. However, in most dietary restriction cases, we have found that it may simply involve skipping a course or two, which over the duration of the evening will still provide for an enjoyable experience.
We are a full service Boutique Hotel with several of the floors occupied by guests. The first floor common areas are open for dinner guests to explore and enjoy.
Yes! Simply select “Boutique Hotel” under “Vacation Rentals” in the top menu to see all of the rooms we have available at our three neighborhood Boutique Hotel Mansions! We are usually fully booked for the weekends so be sure to make your reservations early!
Our rooms offer clean and tastefully selected furnishings with either 1 queen or 1 king bed(with the exception of The Billiards Suite which is a 3 bedroom suite). All rooms come with a coffee maker, microwave, mini fridge, and a SmartTV connected to Netflix and Hulu. Each of our rooms has a private bathroom, many with jetted or soaking tubs. Our rooms are all unique offering differing amenities, please see the detailed room descriptions earlier on this page for full room details.
We love children, but at this time The Cotton Mansion is primarily an adult oriented facility. Dinners are open to guests 21 years and older.
No, The Cotton Mansion does not allow pets.
We are located in the beautiful Congdon Mansion District Neighborhood of Duluth, MN
Past Dinners
A Trip to Paris – February 10, 2024
A Trip to Paris was a French inspired culinary and historical celebration of the 100th anniversary of Miss Mary Louise Cotton and Mr. Phelps Kelley’s three month honeymoon spent in Paris.
The Gilded Age – March 16, 2024
A taste of elegance and excess, guests savored the foods visitors like JD Rockefeller enjoyed when visiting The Cotton Mansion over 100 years ago.
The Scandinavian Migration – April 20, 2024
An homage to the strong influence of the Scandinavian people in the region. Guests enjoyed flavors from several different Scandinavian cultures and delighted in Nordic fare.
An Italian Renaissance – May 18, 2024
A celebration of the beautiful Cotton Manion’s Italian Renaissance architectural style
Brazilian Feast – July 20, 2024
A Brazilian inspired menu with a uniquely Minnesotan twist!
The Harvest Dinner – September 7, 2024
Embracing the seasonal change with featured local ingredients & purveyors
