Weddings at the Phoenixville Foundry

When searching for an ideal wedding venue that fits your personality as a couple, it can be tricky! Many couples who choose the Phoenixville Foundry love the melding of old and new, the rich history, the blank slate and neutral slate to transform the venue into the wedding of their dreams. These are just a few reasons why couples choose the Foundry for their wedding celebration.

The Beginning: A Brief History of the Phoenixville Foundry

The Phoenixville Foundry was not always an event venue. In fact, it is one of the most iconic and historic structures in Chester County, which helped to shape the region’s history. The building itself dates back to the late 1800s, when it was constructed for the Phoenix Iron & Steel Company as an iron foundry. It was originally utilized to produce iron and steel castings that contributed to the development of the Pennsylvania Railroad and was home to innovations like the Phoenix Column that changed the construction industry forever. When the steel industry collapsed in the 1970s, the building was abandoned for years. Not wanting the history to be forgotten, the Phoenixville Area Economic Development Corporation (PAEDCO) took over the abandoned building in 1998 to restore it to its previous glory, creating a museum to foster the stories and artifacts that contributed so much to Chester County’s history. Then, in the early 2000s, the building was purchased by The Hankin Group, who had a vision to turn the historic structure into an industrial chic event venue, encapsulating the history while adding modern features for current celebrations. That’s when the Phoenixville Foundry we know and love today was born.

Check out our Then & Now page to discover the full story!

The Phoenixville Foundry Today

Today, the Phoenixville Foundry serves as a wedding and special event venue where many couples begin their marriage journey and celebrate this milestone moment in their lives. During construction, The Hankin Group seamlessly combined the timeless historic features that give the Foundry its rich character with contemporary accents that breathed new life into the venue for this new phase in its history.

Another feature of the current Phoenixville Foundry is the Heritage Center. This quaint museum is located adjacent to the Cupola Ballroom on-site to provide an overview of the history of the region and the venue. Many wedding guests choose to explore the museum during the event to experience Chester County history for themselves!

The Phoenixville Foundry provides over 18,000 square feet of flexible indoor and outdoor event space that brings dream weddings to life all year round!

Here are the event spaces you can explore as options for your wedding day:

Outdoor Ceremony in the Sculpture Garden

Capacity: 400 Seated

Features: Many couples love the option for an outdoor ceremony in our Sculpture Garden. Right as you drive up to the venue, you’re greeted by the stately Phoenix Columns, which are an integral piece of the history of the venue. The columns surround a large red brick patio area that faces the Richardson-Romanesque-style steel foundry façade, along with a pavilion area that many couples use as the backdrop for their ceremony. It’s a wonderful spot to greet guests for the ceremony, as it flows directly into the Cupola Ballroom & Mezzanine or the West Wing Ballroom. It can also be used as a beautiful area for cocktail hour!

Cupola Ballroom & Mezzanine

Capacity: 160 Seated, Up to 500 with Flexible Layouts

Features: Located right off the lobby as you enter the building, the Cupola Ballroom & Mezzanine is a favorite for many couples. The open space provides a stunning backdrop for a ceremony or reception space. There is a built-in dance floor, plenty of space for unique layouts that provide seating or a natural flow for a cocktail-style event. Many couples choose to do cocktail hour on the mezzanine with the cake cutting on the Juliet Balcony in the center of the ballroom.

The namesake of this space is the dignified Cupola Furnaces, which are original to the building and have been restored to their former glory as a stunning focal point in the room. When you look up, you’ll notice the original clerestory windows that allow the sunlight to pour in for natural light during the celebration, along with the elegant modern light fixtures that add a natural sparkle to the space. The Foundry history truly shines through in this space. You will also find their original Timber Jim Crane, which is the last of its kind in the country. With all these historic features, the Foundry was listed in the National Register in the 1980s.

The options are endless in this stunning and unique space!

West Wing Ballroom

Capacity: 275 Seated

Features: The West Wing Ballroom is located to the right of the Cupola Ballroom & Mezzanine and can serve as a completely separate event space with private access and an intimate feel. The ballroom features stunning steel trusswork in the ceiling, accented by modern lighting and rich wood accents, all while fostering a neutral color palette fit for any style affair. There is a separate patio area, the West Wing Patio, adjacent to the ballroom that offers space for fun additions like fire pits that guests love in every season. The patio can be used for an outdoor cocktail hour that flows perfectly, a reception in the ballroom or just a lounge-type area for guests to roast s’mores or smoke cigars after the sun goes down!

While we can talk all day about how much we love hosting weddings, sometimes it’s better to hear it from happy brides and guests who have experienced the venue for themselves!