The Bell Event Centre is a historic wedding venue in the Cincinnati, Ohio area. This former church brings with it all the ornate decor of a cathedral, although it has been renovated as an event venue. Couples can host their wedding in downtown Cincinnati, just five minutes from Washington Park.Facilities and Capacity Up to 300 guests can join couples at the Bell Event Centre. This wide open space is surrounded by stained-glass windows and fresco paintings on the walls and ceiling. Vaulted ceilings with golden accents rise overhead and a pipe organ sits on an ornately carved balcony. A brick exterior with a bell tower also makes this building beautiful for wedding photos. Uplighting and decor make this space consistent with a couple?s personal wedding style.Services Offered This venue?s owner has experience with the catering industry and helps couples determine the best menu items for their big day. In addition to catering advice, couples will find the following services at the Bell Event Centre:
Accommodations
Bridal suite
Centerpieces
Chairs
Cleanup
Event planning
Event rentals
Parking
Photo booth
Lighting/sound
Setup
Shuttle
Cuisine Thanks to owner Christy Cafeo?s experience with catering, couples can find delectable dishes that meet any of their dietary needs, including gluten free, kosher, lactose free, no pork, nut free, organic, vegan or vegetarian. Bar services are also available for couples. Catering can be served in the following styles:
Buffet
Cocktail reception
Dessert
Hors d’oeuvres
Outside cake
Plated
Servers
Stations
Tastings
Other Services In addition to ceremonies and receptions, the venue is also available for engagement parties and rehearsal dinners. Rehearsal dinners offer exclusive venue use with custom or specific menus.History The venue was originally built in 1850 as St. Paul?s Church. After serving as a church for 125 years, the church was decommissioned in 1975 and stood abandoned for six years. It was purchased in 1981 by the Verdin Company, North America?s oldest bell and clock company. After a two-year renovation, the building reopened its doors as the Bell Event Centre.