Located in Liberty, MO, Restoration 1894 Event Space is a wedding venue. This historic industrial-chic space has its origins in groceries and dry goods. Today, the main space has been reimagined as an elegantly appointed ballroom that is perfect for marking milestone moments. Here, in the heart of Liberty Square and just 20 minutes from downtown Kansas City, you can plan your dream day in sophisticated style.
Restoration 1894 Event Space has a capacity for up to 300 guests. Plush and private preparation suites are available for you and your wedding party for pre-wedding pampering and relaxation. You can host your ceremony in the lofty main room, where natural light pours in through large windows. Seated receptions for up to 275 people are held in the main ballroom. This upscale space features exposed red-brick walls, lavish chandelier lighting, and polished wooden flooring. The authentic, vintage pressed-tin ceiling is a particular architectural highlight at this historic destination. The dedicated staff provides a range of items and decorations to elevate the aesthetic of your event. A snapshot includes Chiavari chairs, tables, and crisp linens for round, banquet, and high cocktail tables. This is a wheelchair-accessible site with complimentary parking provided for your convenience. WiFi, wireless microphones, and a premium surround sound system are available for all your entertainment needs.
The in-house planning specialists at Restoration 1894 are on hand to assist you at every stage of the planning process. They will recommend trusted suppliers such as catering companies and walk you through their exclusive beverage services and mobile-bar packages.
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Restoration 1894 Event Space Reviews
Becky Haynes(other)4 out of 5 Rating
It is a great space in Liberty, MO. Sometimes, it feels like they are nickeling and diming you for everything. The venue manager can by flighty, but she is one of the best in Liberty, MO. My wedding was an amazing night. Reviewed on 24-10-2023
Beth Richardson(bride)5 out of 5 Rating Wedding Date 11-06-2022 We had a wonderful reception at Restoration! It is a beautiful space located on the quaint Liberty square. Michele helped me with choosing vendors, picked out linens and arranged our flowers which turned out so beautiful! The staff was easy to work with and worked well with the other vendors to help us enjoy a “stress-free” day! Reviewed on 28-06-2022
Ashley Broockerd(other)5 out of 5 Rating
Restoration 1894 is such a beautiful venue, with the perfect location on the historic Liberty Square. Michele is always such a delight to work with - organized and detailed and with an eye for design! It's a pleasure to work with her on speciality linen orders for her clients. I highly recommend Restoration 1894 and Michele, both for a beautiful location and a great planning experience! Reviewed on 15-01-2021
Betsy Verhoeff(bride)5 out of 5 Rating Wedding Date 24-10-2020 Michele was absolutely amazing!!!!! She made the process so very easy for me. I told her my concerns about wedding stuff, and she completely handled it for me. It was like having my own personal assitant for everything. She helped me plan flowers, gave suggestings for caterers, and when COVID-19 hit, she made a special point to check in on me and help with all that drama too! I would recommend anyone getting married, to look here. The venue is gorgeous, but Michele was the selling factor for me. Reviewed on 30-10-2020
Bre P(bride)5 out of 5 Rating Wedding Date 23-10-2020 We just had our wedding last weekend at Restoration 1894, and had an unforgettable time! Such a gorgeous space to get married in. Michele and her staff were so accommodating and made sure everything was perfect for our big day. We couldn't be happier with the experience! Reviewed on 30-10-2020
Susan Benoit(parent)5 out of 5 Rating Wedding Date 17-10-2020 What a wonderful day! Our daughter's wedding reception was Saturday, October 17 at Restoration 1894. Michele and her staff made sure everything was ready for our celebration. The venue was perfect - located on the historic Liberty Square, beautiful views, decor and plenty of room for dinner and dancing! Michele was wonderful to work with during the planning, decorating and the day of the wedding. Thank you Michele and staff for being a part of our Molly's special day!Joe and Susan B. Reviewed on 20-10-2020
Molly Benoit(bride)5 out of 5 Rating Wedding Date 17-10-2020 Our wedding was this past weekend and we could not be more thrilled. The space itself is beautiful! We wanted a space that we didn't have to do much to. With the light fixtures, amazing brick walls, and beautiful windows over looking historic Liberty Square- the space is just stunning. Michelle and her team are beyond words! From the beginning she let me know that she was here to make sure that my husband and I had a great day. From our first tour of the venue to the day of she has been incredible. She is very communicative and helpful. Even if I had questions on recommendations for other vendors or general wedding questions I knew I could ask her. At our final walk through she helped me organize my vendors information and helped with coordinating their set ups. My wedding was honestly so stress free and enjoyable. If you are looking for an amazing venue- look no further. Reviewed on 19-10-2020
Shelby Santoro(bride)5 out of 5 Rating Wedding Date 24-07-2020 My husband and I originally toured this venue thinking it would be our \"cheaper option\" (because the prices are so much more reasonable than other similar venues in KC!), and as soon as we walked in, we fell in love with the place and the people who run it. The space itself is beautiful (tall, tin-pressed ceilings, brick walls, original hardwood floors - pictures don't do it justice!), and there are so many places around Downtown Liberty & William Jewell campus to take bridal party photos. The bridal suite is 100% instagrammable, and the perfect size for the bridal party to get ready in for the wedding day. However, the real star of Restoration 1894 is Michele, the venue manager and day-of coordinator. She is so warm and friendly, and immediately makes you feel at home. She also was SUCH a big help on the day of our wedding, coordinating with the caterer, DJ and other vendors so you don't have to worry about answering your phone to questions of \"How do I get in?\" or \"Where do I park?\" on your wedding day. Michele was such a blessing and made our day run so smoothly!Also, my husband and I got married during the summer of 2020 (during the COVID-19 pandemic), and Michele was so supportive and accommodating throughout the whole planning process. She kept us updated on county regulations, helped us enforce whatever COVID guidelines we felt comfortable with at the wedding, and even sourced professionals to serve our buffet when we decided that having everyone touch the same serving utensils wasn't a good idea! We were able to pull off the wedding we had dreamed of, even during a pandemic, with the help of Michele and Restoration 1894. I will always be forever grateful that they helped us create some great memories in 2020, in both a fun and safe way!We also took her recommendation of a photographer (Michelle Kabrick), and were so impressed with how beautifully our photos turned out! Tour Restoration 1894 and meet Michele - you won't regret it! Reviewed on 18-08-2020
Nadia Algya(bride)5 out of 5 Rating Wedding Date 11-07-2020 MUST READ! I cannot say enough about this space!! I was a “Covid Bride” planning a small-ish wedding of 70 people this July. When my original venue informed me only 5 weeks out from our wedding date that we could have no more than 20 people due to their square footage I was scrambling to find a new space. Michele was ABSOLUTELY fantastic. She has a huge heart and immediately wanted to help me. In the end it was a total blessing!! This space is GORGEOUS. The groom’s room & bridal suite are fantastic and made for a stress free pre-wedding gathering. The exposed brick and building made for gorgeous photos as well! Reviewed on 06-08-2020
Aly Voigt(bride)5 out of 5 Rating Wedding Date 23-11-2019 From the moment I walked in to Restoration 1894, Michele (the Venue Manager) made me believe the wedding of my dreams was possible! She took our budget and timeline and helped us pull off the perfect day! The venue itself is beautiful...high ceilings, wooden floors, windows overlooking the Liberty Square...and immaculately clean! There was easy elevator access for the caterer and for loading/unloading the decor. On top of the awesome space, Michele was a total cheerleader! She was super easy to work with, had great recommendation for other vendors (DJ, catering, photography), and was very helpful in keeping the day of the wedding stress free and flowing as planning! I can’t recommend Restoration 1894 enough, book it! Reviewed on 13-12-2019
Becca Schmidt(guest)5 out of 5 Rating Wedding Date 26-10-2019 Venue was beautiful, staff were attentive, great place to have a flawless wedding! Reviewed on 30-10-2019
Jill Esry(guest)5 out of 5 Rating Wedding Date 26-10-2019 As a guest, this venue was perfect! There was not a bad seat in the house for either the wedding ceremony or reception, and I never felt crowded or cramped even with close to 200 guests. The staff were friendly and very efficient and I noticed that the restrooms were clean and kept tidy all evening. The decor and bones of the building are beautiful and the space seems quite flexible for many types of events. I've attended several events here and can't wait to get to the next one! Reviewed on 30-10-2019
Cynthia Schmidt(parent)5 out of 5 Rating Wedding Date 26-10-2019 The most wonderful attention to detail I have witnessed. Executed with precision and thought. Groom and bridal parties were treated with such love and kindness. Making sure all were comfortable and we'll informed of the smallest details of the entire day. Beautiful space for anytime of day or night. The wedding facilitator's vendor choice and recommendations were spot on. Gladly use this space again and highly recommend. Reviewed on 30-10-2019
Rohn G(parent)5 out of 5 Rating Wedding Date 26-10-2019 A perfect evening and a perfect venue, the staff did an amazing job. Reviewed on 29-10-2019
Dena M(bride)5 out of 5 Rating Wedding Date 26-10-2019 Our wedding this October was beautiful and far surpassed any expectations we had. The staff went above and beyond. Michele is the best! Highly recommend this venue! Reviewed on 29-10-2019
Joy G(parent)5 out of 5 Rating Wedding Date 26-10-2019 What a beautiful evening and flawless event we enjoyed -- all courtesy of Michele and all of the amazing professional staff at Restoration 1894!The venue space is so rich with such wonderful historic architectural details -- Palladian and bay windows, warm wood floors and brick walls, an intricate and beautiful antique tin ceiling -- all overlooking the historic Liberty town square. With these details and the candlelight flickering, the setting was just magical. What a wonderful space for a very special evening and for some beautiful photo memories.As far as the service, Michele is amazing. She's very professional, yet has a warm and friendly way about her that sets the tone for all of the staff and for the evening! There were 200 people at our event, but the staff took care of us as if we were guests in their homes. The service was very efficient and professional -- waters refilled frequently, plates cleared quickly, etc. -- but it was all done in a warm and personable way that made the evening feel a lot more relaxed and enjoyable compared to the experience at a typical banquet. The event space, town-square setting, and skilled staff at Restoration 1894 make it a space where distractions seem to fall away. What a beautiful place to celebrate a special event with friends and family! Reviewed on 28-10-2019
Megan B(bride)5 out of 5 Rating Wedding Date 13-10-2019 Where do I begin! Our wedding last weekend was perfect! Michele was so easy to work with and took care of every detail so we could just enjoy our day! Every suggestion she made was perfect! Our guests are still commenting about how beautiful the space was! We could not of ask for a more perfect evening! Reviewed on 18-10-2019
Renee Curtis(bride)5 out of 5 Rating Wedding Date 05-10-2019 We could not have been more thrilled with our entire experience with Restoration 1894!! Michele was very helpful and made sure all of our needs were met. The venue is absolutely stunning (without breaking the bank). Our guests were blown away with the best kept secret in the northland! It was truly a magical reception and this beautiful venue made it so darn perfect. ♥️ Reviewed on 17-10-2019
Ashley P(bride)5 out of 5 Rating
WOW! First of all, what a gorgeous venue. Restoration 1894 if located on the Liberty Square and has all of the charm of an old building with updated features, making it one of the most gorgeous venues I have ever seen. Working with Michelle was an absolute pleasure. She is the best! She went above and beyond to make sure our day was absolutely perfect. From the initial consultation meeting to when we left the reception, Michelle was there making sure every detail was in place. I was able to relax and enjoy my special day because I knew Michelle had everything under control. I would absolutely recommend this venue to anyone who is getting married in the future! Reviewed on 03-10-2019
Brittany LaVigne(bride)4 out of 5 Rating Wedding Date 15-09-2019 We absolutely loved Restoration 1894! The venue is gorgeous and so well kept. The Manager, Michelle, is wonderful. She has so much knowledge about all things wedding reception! Michelle is fantastic at customer service and she really cares that your day is the best it can be! Michelle went above and beyond to make our experience an enjoyable one! The only reason I give 4 stars and not 5 is because of the alcohol situation. You are required to go through one company only if you want alcohol at your event. Top Shelf Bartending KC was a nightmare to book for our event. I called several times and no one answered the phone, so I used their websites’ “contact us” option and never got a reply. I finally got ahold of them on a Monday and got the ball rolling. I let Michelle know what had transpired and the owner, Erin, emailed me directly. I was thankful Michelle wanted to make sure we had great service. Erin was completely unprofessional and accusatory in her emails and tried to blame me for her company not answering the phone and supposedly not getting my “contact us” email via her website. She informed me that they don’t answer the phone on Saturday (this isn’t advertised anywhere) and that is the “only reason” they wouldn’t answer the phone. The hateful way she communicated was beyond distasteful and I would never have used her business, but I had no option. Restoration 1894 is exclusive with this alcohol vendor only- you can not bring your own alcohol. They are over priced!! My advice would be for Restoration to go through the expense and licensing to allow guests to bring alcohol, or to find a better and more respectful alcohol company to host events. I will never use top shelf again and if that is my only option at 1894, then I won’t have my events held there. I love the space and the management at Restoration 1894, but the alcohol situation is enough to make me choose another venue for other large events that I will have in the future. Reviewed on 01-10-2019
Ashley Hall(bride)5 out of 5 Rating Wedding Date 31-08-2019 This venue was the perfect space for both our wedding and reception! We planned for around 200 guests and fit perfectly. Michele was wonderful to work with and very accommodating to our vendors. The bride and groom rooms were great spaces for our bridal party to get ready in too! Reviewed on 28-09-2019
Laura Fitzpatrick(parent)5 out of 5 Rating Wedding Date 24-08-2019 Michelle, the manager, was so very easy to work with! She was with me as mom of the bride every step of the way. The venue itself is beautiful and very accommodating. It has all the amenities anyone in the bridal party or a guest would need. I highly recommend Restoration 1894. Reviewed on 27-08-2019
Chelsea Rabbass(bride)5 out of 5 Rating Wedding Date 15-06-2019 When we went on venue tours for our reception, Restoration 1894 was scheduled as our first stop. After the visit, we debated about even going to the rest of the venues on our list, because we were absolutely blown away. The space itself was gorgeous and beautifully romantic, and the accommodations that the venue provided were perfect for the day! However, what really sold us was our communication with Michele from the first second we walked in, until we closed down the venue after our big night. We never worried about a thing , because she seamlessly communicated with everyone involved with our wedding planning to make our day incredible. She even ended up doing our floral arrangements for our reception, which surpassed our every expectation! If we were to do it all over again, we wouldn't change a thing! Reviewed on 26-06-2019
Julia Reinhardt(bride)5 out of 5 Rating Wedding Date 01-06-2019 Restoration 1894 was such a beautiful space for our wedding reception! The hall is so beautiful on its own that I didn't feel like it needed much decor, which made wedding planning even easier! Michele is awesome and really knows what she's doing! We absolutely loved having our reception here! Reviewed on 11-06-2019
Cindy Stuck(parent)5 out of 5 Rating Wedding Date 02-03-2019 This place is the perfect venue to have a wedding reception! The beautiful brick walls and lovely chandeliers make the space feel warm and inviting! Michelle was so helpful to us and is such a joy to work with! She went above and beyond for my daughter’s wedding! The bride and groom rooms were also fantastic spaces for the wedding party to hang out in! I 100% recommend this place! Reviewed on 05-03-2019
Audrey Lamberson(bride)5 out of 5 Rating Wedding Date 28-12-2018 Michele was so easy to work with and you can tell that she really knows what she's talking about! She went above and beyond the day of and helps organize the vendors, she lit all the candles, she even set up the cupcake table when everyone forgot about it!! The space is beautiful. We had about 170 at our wedding and it was very comfortable and a ton of room for tables and a large dance floor. It has beautiful tin ceilings and the exposed brink looks very classic and vintage. Loved it and Michele! Reviewed on 08-01-2019
Adriana Capraio(bride)5 out of 5 Rating Wedding Date 20-10-2018 Restoration 1894 was the perfect venue for us. The staff was prepared and easy to work with and recommended other vendors that we hired that did an amazing job. Everything was absolutely exquisite. Reviewed on 22-10-2018
Amber B(bride)5 out of 5 Rating Wedding Date 15-09-2018 We had our reception here in September of 2018 and it was the PERFECT space. We had 170 guests (we invited a little over 200) and the venue was just the right size! We had family style dinner and the dance floor was big enough for us to dance all night! There is an extra room attached to the main room which we used for the bar and our cake. The beautiful hard wood floors, brick walls and white vintage tinned ceilings was the exact look I wanted. I 100% recommend this venue! Michele is very quick with communication as well! Reviewed on 04-10-2018
Gail Arant(parent)5 out of 5 Rating Wedding Date 08-09-2018 Restoration 1894 was perfect for my daughters wedding. It was a lovely intimate space. The staff were incredibly easy to work with and very accommodating. Loved the location right on the Square in Liberty giving it that small town feeling. Reviewed on 25-09-2018
Emilie Redmond(bride)5 out of 5 Rating Wedding Date 23-06-2018 This venue is absolutely amazing and Michele is even more amazing! Michele went above and beyond to make it the most perfect day I could’ve imagined! I recommend Restoration 1894 to anyone for any special occasion! Reviewed on 07-09-2018
Adrian Perez(groom)5 out of 5 Rating Wedding Date 27-05-2018 Michelle at Restoration was incredible to us! My wife and I had an earlier \"Brunch Wedding\" here and let me tell you, Michelle does not do mornings and she did for us! She went above and beyond for us and from the get go was very helpful, very upfront and truthful and we couldn't have appreciated it more. Michelle was very easy to work with and when my wife and I needed a break, Michelle was understanding and was willing to work with us. The space itself is astonishing. Truly truly truly a remarkable building. Right in the heart of downtown Liberty, there were tons of places to take pictures both inside and outside of the venue. Our favorite part though by far was this huge, open window at the front of the space overlooking the square. It was beautiful. Reviewed on 21-08-2018
Christian Jackson(parent)5 out of 5 Rating Wedding Date 10-08-2018 Wonderful event space! Accommodating, easy to work with, and helpful. A beautiful venue on the square in Liberty. Highly recommend! With two more daughters to marry (in the future!) I will definitely use them again! Reviewed on 11-08-2018
Sophia Aulner(bride)5 out of 5 Rating Wedding Date 10-08-2018 LOVED this venue so much. It’s so much more affordable than other venues, and they make sure they take care of you. They made everything way easier, I HIGHLY recommend. Reviewed on 11-08-2018
Hannah Mellema(bride)5 out of 5 Rating Wedding Date 12-05-2018 Our wedding at Restoration was everything we ever dreamed of. We decided to take most of the details into our own hands in order to craft our day just the way we wanted it. The venue was absolutely beautiful and hosted our large guest number perfectly. Looking back on our day, we wouldn't have changed a thing. Reviewed on 23-05-2018
Lisa Steffens(bride)5 out of 5 Rating Wedding Date 21-04-2018 What a stunner!Growing up with a mom who owns her own flower shop, I was exposed to hundreds of weddings. So when it came to planning my own, I was meticulous with every detail to ensure they were the perfect reflection of my husband and I’s personality. Even before I was engaged, the renovations being made to this space caught my eye and would always make me think, “This would be a great option for a wedding reception someday”. I loved the hardwood floors, exposed brick, classic white wainscot, tin ceiling and huge windows that welcomed every ounce of sunlight. Once we were engaged and started talking date options, I immediately sent an email to Restoration 1894 – praying they had availability. I immediately received a sweet response from Michele confirming the space was open and available for a viewing. With my family in-tow, we toured the space and I immediately knew this would be the setting for my wedding reception. (It was the first and only space we looked at). I can’t say enough wonderful things about the space, but most importantly Michele. She was an absolute dream and the venue is so incredibly blessed to have her! She made my wedding day absolutely perfect! Because of her attention to detail, organization and overall personality – I was able to truly be a bride on my wedding day. If you are bride looking for a venue – take the time to meet with Michele. It will be time well spent! Reviewed on 16-05-2018
Samantha Ginter(bride)5 out of 5 Rating Wedding Date 11-05-2018 I held my wedding reception here and absolutely loved it. The venue was gorgeous and all of our guests agreed. Michele was very helpful throughout the planning process and someone was their all night to make sure everything ran smoothly. I would definitely recommend this venue for any wedding reception or party of any kind! Reviewed on 15-05-2018
Mike Blodgett(groom)5 out of 5 Rating Wedding Date 22-04-2018 We worked with Michele on our wedding and she made everything so easy. She knew all the local vendors and helped steer us in the right directions. When we got close to time, all our vendors talked about how they had already been in contact with Michele and she had everything set for us. I don't think our wedding could have gone smoother and we always felt like Michele had us covered.The facility is gorgeous. It is classy and rustic. Very high ceilings makes it feel open even with a large group. The East Room is also worth it. It gives people a place to go that is quieter and lets them catch their breath. We got so many comments on how beautiful the building itself was. Reviewed on 01-05-2018
Alex Maurer(bride)5 out of 5 Rating Wedding Date 20-04-2018 This venue was amazing for our wedding and working with Michele was even more amazing!! She took care of so many things for us and made the day absolutely perfect and took away our stress - she even brought us appetizers from our cocktail hour so we wouldn't miss them. I would highly highly recommend this venue, Michele, and her staff - you won't be disappointed! Reviewed on 29-04-2018
Gwen Glenn(bride)5 out of 5 Rating Wedding Date 05-01-2018 Oh, man! Where do I even begin?! For my husband & I, choosing a venue was, BY FAR, the most difficult decision for us regarding our wedding. From immediately stepping into Restoration 1894’s Building, we were simply blown away; we KNEW it was “the one.” On top of the venue being jaw-droppingly modern & gorgeous - with a bride’s room, a groom’s room, a stunning staircase, wood floors, brick walls, and a stunning tin ceiling - Michele made our ENTIRE wedding process run a whole lot smoother; she recommended us our DJ & Officiant (KC Mobile DJ - Derek & Justin), our catering (Blue Springs HyVee - Wanda), our floral (Shelley Rundberg @ Couture Wedding Flowers) and our alcohol company (TopShelf) - and let me tell you, her doing so made our lives SO much easier! By the night of our wedding, I felt like I had known Michele my entire life. She absolutely went above & beyond to ensure our wedding day was perfect; all thanks to her, it was. I will never be able to thank Michele & Restoration 1894 enough! I have absolutely NO idea what I would have done if I had not found her & Restoration 1894. Thank you Michele & Restoration 1894!! Reviewed on 13-02-2018
Katie Lisle(bride)5 out of 5 Rating Wedding Date 13-04-2019 We loved our reception at Restoration 1894!! My husband and I were looking for a venue close to our church, the location of the ceremony, in Liberty and Restoration 1894 was the obvious choice. Michele was incredibly helpful and a joy to work with. My wedding day was calm with no hiccups and most of that was due to the staff at Restoration 1894. It is a beautiful venue already with linens provided so we did not have to invest much in decor. For us everything was kept simple. I can't speak highly enough of this venue, it is wonderful! Reviewed on 13-02-2018
Aubree Valdivia(bride)4 out of 5 Rating Wedding Date 13-01-2018 The venue is beyond gorgeous!! Reviewed on 07-02-2018
Kate Nygren(bride)5 out of 5 Rating Wedding Date 08-12-2017 We had a small (90-guest) winter wedding at this venue, and I couldn't have been happier. The venue is lovely and requires very little in terms of decoration. We brought flowers and candles for the windows, and that was just perfect. In fact, my favorite thing about the venue is how easy Michele makes the whole process. I'm not much of a planner, and I was intimidated by planning a wedding. Michele gave us solid recommendations and thought of positively everything, so my mom and I ended up following her advice--and we were so glad we did! Not only did everything go perfectly smoothly, but we had the freedom and confidence to breathe and enjoy the process because we weren't running around trying to solve one problem after another. Highly recommend the venue, Michele's advice, and Wanda at Hyvee (another of Michele's recommendations). Reviewed on 16-01-2018
Lainey Pearson(bride)5 out of 5 Rating Wedding Date 15-12-2017 Restoration 1894 is a complete dream! The venue is breathtakingly beautiful, it is the perfect space and location to have a wedding. Michele is amazing, she is accommodating, she is there with you the entire planning process, and makes sure your day is perfect. I would recommend Restoration 1894 to anyone planning a wedding, you will not be disappointed. Reviewed on 21-12-2017
Sarah Franklin(groom)5 out of 5 Rating Wedding Date 02-12-2017 This venue was perfect for our wedding reception. The space was accommodating and the coordination of staff and vendors was exceptional. We utilized the bride and groom suites. Everything was clean, comfortable and stocked. Downtown Liberty was lit up for the Christmas holiday and really created a beautiful scene for us. Reviewed on 03-12-2017
Kaitlin July(bride)4 out of 5 Rating Wedding Date 04-11-2017 Restoration 1894 is an absolute gorgeous venue - we loved it for the pictures and for the space. The wood floors and brick walls are stunning and everyone commented how beautiful it was. The chairs are beautiful and Michelle had everything ready to go the day before so we could set up. The bride and groom room are beautiful and so much fun to use. They are protected with locks during the ceremony, which was really nice. There is an elevator for vendors and Michelle was incredibly helpful with recommending vendors. I appreciated being able to decorate the hall myself the day before and Michelle was great in coordinating that. There were a couple things I would caution couples looking at this site - if you want a crowd of >130, you definitely need the additional room (which is not included in the original cost) and would not recommend more than 150-160 total, because we did not want to break down tables to dance. The parking situation was unfortunate, as the bridal party was incorrectly told where to park and several people missed part of the reception to move cars. I wish there was a designated site for parking, other than just on the square, especially for the bridal party. Finally, be careful when talking to your caterers, as the kitchen is not great for making or keeping food warm, as it is smaller. Reviewed on 21-11-2017
Kathy J(wedding party)4 out of 5 Rating Wedding Date 21-01-2019 Restoration is a beautiful venue and we loved having the wedding at this site. Pros:*Beautiful and no extra decorating is needed*Michele is flexible and easy to contact* We were allowed early access to set up*Bride's Room and Groom's Room were gorgeous*Refrigerators filled with drinks *Perfect size one room for 120 guest wedding*Convenient side entrance for wedding party*Elevator for handicapp accessCons*Parking was miscommunicated (new intern told bridal party the wrong area to park)* Kitchen has no stove/oven-Make sure caterer knows.*Extra room not included in the venue price*I would not recommend a wedding larger than 150-175 as it would be tight for dancing and serving food Reviewed on 20-11-2017
S Obrien(wedding party)2 out of 5 Rating Wedding Date 05-01-2019 Restoration is a beautiful venue. Unfortunately, the lack of designated parking is a negative. Wedding party members were called away from their meals to immediately move cars parked four hours earlier in unauthorized spots. These people missed a significant part of the meal conversation and had to rush through their meals. The venue should do a better job of informing guests and monitoring potential violations. Reviewed on 05-11-2017
Sarah Sherwood(bride)5 out of 5 Rating Wedding Date 28-10-2017 Our ceremony and reception were both held at Restoration 1894 and we were extremely pleased. Not only is it a beautiful space but Michele was very helpful in answering any questions that we had and she always put our minds at ease. Everything on the day went flawlessly. The Bride and Groom suites were wonderful as well. Reviewed on 02-11-2017
Caitlyn Ford(bride)5 out of 5 Rating Wedding Date 22-10-2017 Stunning venue! I absolutely loved the floors and tin ceiling! It was the perfect size for our small wedding! The bride and groom suites were amazing too! Reviewed on 29-10-2017
Gail S(wedding party)5 out of 5 Rating Wedding Date 29-12-2018 Restoration 1894 was a beautiful setting for our son's rehearsal dinner. Michelle was an absolute delight to work with every step of the way. Highly recommend!! Reviewed on 29-10-2017
erica smith(bride)5 out of 5 Rating Wedding Date 14-10-2017 Restoration 1894 was truly the perfect venue for us this fall for our wedding! If you are looking for a venue that has class, history, and pure beauty that can accommodate your party, this is absolutely the place! The tin ceilings, the exposed brick, the lighting, the windows, the space, the historic value, even the carpet and drapery were all so beautiful! Michelle was so accommodating and easy to work with throughout the whole year of our engagement. She helped with recommendations for vendors, had great communication with us, and was so kind and so sweet throughout the entire process! Anytime I had a question she was quick to respond and helpful with ideas. She was great with my vendors and made my day feel special with accommodating our needs and welcoming us to 1894 as if she were welcoming us into her own home. The staff she provided for our day were exceptional and helped to create the space we needed for our day. She even came out to see us on our wedding day through an incredibly large storm and we were so grateful she came to congratulate us on our day! Michelle and the staff made us feel very special on our day. All of the staff at 1894 were so wonderful to work with and it truly was a beautiful space that worked really well with our 202 guests plus wedding party and for a great price. The seating arrangement that was made for us was perfect and we had plenty of space for our dance floor with our sweetheart table. The east room and the bridal/groom suites were perfect for space and I would definitely recommend utilizing them as they were not only beautiful, but spacious. It was definitely a magical day and the space and staff provided by 1894 made our day filled with so many memories! Thank you all so much for providing a space for our perfect day! Reviewed on 24-10-2017
Kathy J(wedding party)5 out of 5 Rating Wedding Date 18-12-2018 This is the best venue in the area. Absolutely beautiful decor from the exposed brick, tin ceiling tiles and gorgeous chandeliers to the elegant staircase for the bride to enter upon. The spacious bride/groom suites provide everything for young couples to enjoy their preparation time before the event. This venue is so beautiful that you willl not need to add any decorations other than the bride and groom! Michele is flexible to work with and obviously enjoys her job. Reviewed on 18-10-2017
Patty Riemensnider(wedding party)5 out of 5 Rating Wedding Date 16-12-2018 Restoration 1894 is a beautiful venue to host a wedding ceremony, reception, or other event. We had our daughter's ceremony and reception at Restoration 1894 in September. Michele and her team did fabulous! She follows up with the vendors to verify arrival times and expectations. Michele works closely with the couple/families to make sure all details are perfect. Our family would highly recommend Michele and Restoration 1894! Reviewed on 16-10-2017
Genevieve Brochu(bride)5 out of 5 Rating Wedding Date 13-05-2017 The venue and the staff is absolutly amazing! Michelle was the best help in every way! Every steps went smoothly and perfectly. Thank you all for everything. Genevieve and Michael, may 13 2017. Reviewed on 11-10-2017
Larna Constance(wedding party)5 out of 5 Rating Wedding Date 08-10-2018 Michele is incredible to work with! Reviewed on 07-08-2017
Kim Shultz(wedding party)5 out of 5 Rating Wedding Date 06-10-2018 Where do I begin to write a review on Restoration 1894! The venue is beautiful. The exposed brick walls, tin ceiling and beautiful hardwood floors are a perfect setting. We held a reception for our son and daughter-in-law who live and were married in FL 6 weeks prior. When I began planning this event, I simply told Michele the date, and she took it from there! The event went off without a hitch and was the perfect evening. From the venue, the caterer, the flowers and the bartender, Michele planned it all and it was perfect. Thanks, Michele for all you did! Reviewed on 06-08-2017
Stacy Anderson(bride)5 out of 5 Rating Wedding Date 09-06-2017 Our wedding June 9th at restoration 1894 was perfect. We had our ceremony and reception there for our 220 guests. Michelle was on top of everything and easy to work with from start to finish. The flip of the room was easy and guests loved the set up and how it all went. The elegance of this venue really gave my wedding that romantic feel I was going for. So pleased!! Thank you Restoration 1894 for making our wedding day so special. Reviewed on 03-08-2017
Whitney Tebbenkamp(bride)5 out of 5 Rating Wedding Date 10-06-2017 This venue is beautiful. Michele was very helpful with any questions we had and everything that we needed. We had our ceremony and reception here and the transition went smoothly. The bridal suite and grooms room are also very nice and come in handy. Reviewed on 26-07-2017
Danielle Wuest(bride)5 out of 5 Rating Wedding Date 17-06-2017 This venue was spectacular! Michele, the venue manager, made sure everything ran as smoothly as possible. She kept great communication with me leading up to my wedding day and I had no worries. The Bridal suite was beautiful, spacious, comfortable, and an ideal place to get ready. The location is on Liberty square which is a really charming area in Liberty and nice for pictures. I love the original tin ceilings and the wood floors and chandeliers and tall windows and just the story in general behind restoration 1894. Would highly recommend this venue to anyone wanting a classy wedding in a charming location. Reviewed on 25-07-2017
Stuart Member(bride)5 out of 5 Rating Wedding Date 26-09-2018 Restoration 1894 is a beautiful venue! The space has a perfect room for brides and grooms to get ready in. The staff is very knowledgeable and very quick to answer any questions we had and we never had to wait to get a response! Planning was very easy and our day very relaxing! We could not have picked a better location to have our reception!a Reviewed on 25-07-2017
Tayler Samrany(bride)5 out of 5 Rating Wedding Date 15-04-2016 Michelle is absolutely amazing. She is easy to work with, so understanding, and will go out of her way to do anything in her power to help. If you're considering this venue, don't hesitate. Not only is it a beautiful space, but it will make your night absolutely perfect. Highly recommend! Reviewed on 01-02-2017
Derek Hoffman(wedding party)5 out of 5 Rating Wedding Date 12-12-2020 I like to brag that we were one of the first events in the space. We booked it while it was still under construction so it was a bit of a leap of faith that they'd do it \"right\". This was for our daughter's Sweet 16/Adoption celebration and it could not have gone more smoothly. I personally work with about 40-60 different venues each year as a vendor and Restoration 1894 is by far one of my favorites from a vendor's point of view and a client's point of view.Michele is always accommodating and responsive. One of a handful of venues I recommend to all my clients. Reviewed on 18-01-2017
Emily Grotenhuis(bride)5 out of 5 Rating Wedding Date 31-12-2017 This is the perfect space for our wedding! Big enough for our big family but still feels intimate and special. I am so excited for our big day! Working with Michele has been incredible. Wedding planning has been a breeze ever since choosing Restoration 1894! Reviewed on 30-10-2016
Beverly p(bride)5 out of 5 Rating Wedding Date 31-12-2017 This space is perfect for our wedding ceremony and reception! We cannot wait to celebrate our special day here at Restoration 1894. Michele has been great in helping plan all the details to help us with the vision we wanted for our wedding day! The bride and grooms rooms are perfect for getting ready!!!! Reviewed on 30-10-2016
M. G.(bride)5 out of 5 Rating Wedding Date 18-10-2017 I cannot say enough about this venue! From beginning to end our evening was perfect! Beautiful space. Great staff! Reviewed on 29-10-2016
Shelley Rundberg(wedding party)5 out of 5 Rating Wedding Date 29-12-2017 A beautiful historic venue on Liberty Square that is both charming and elegant ....the amazing wood floors and breath taking windows make the space feel modern ....The brides room has a ton of space ... you will love getting ready for your dream day in this dreamy room..... you will have no regrets choosing this space Reviewed on 29-10-2016
RE G(bride)5 out of 5 Rating Wedding Date 29-12-2017 From the first phone call, I knew Restoration was going to be a great choice. Working with Michele has been so easy and fun. She has made what could have been a stressful choice an easy one. The space is perfect for our ceremony and reception. Beautiful windows, beautiful hardwood floors, and the brides room is perfect! We could not be happier! Reviewed on 29-10-2016
Rachel White(bride)5 out of 5 Rating Wedding Date 27-12-2017 This space is amazing! The Bride and Groom's Room are the best I've seen. The atmosphere is comfortable and unique. The staff at Restoration were so easy to work with and were always quick to take care of any questions or needs we had. Everything about our experience was perfect! Reviewed on 27-10-2016
Michelle Shrout(bride)5 out of 5 Rating Wedding Date 05-11-2016 We're working with Michele at Restoration 1894 for our upcoming event. The building and event space is absolutely gorgeous and one of a kind. There is a beautiful grand staircase leading up into the main event space and I absolutely love the hardwood floors and the pressed tin ceiling, which adds the perfect amount of charm! What has helped to make our event planning so easy has been working with Michele. She is extremely kind and has been very accommodating to our schedules. She knows her stuff and I am so happy to have her as a resource prior to our event and during the event as well! Reviewed on 23-10-2016
Abby Rellihan(bride)5 out of 5 Rating Wedding Date 26-11-2016 Michele is absolutely amazing and knows this venue and the wedding business like the back of her hand! The bride and grooms room are incredibly and the character of the building is stunning. I couldn't be happier with our choice to pick Restoration 1894! Reviewed on 19-08-2016
Sara Sommer(bride)5 out of 5 Rating Wedding Date 22-10-2016 So far, our experiences with Restoration 1894 have been great. The venue is unique and stunning. Michele has been extremely helpful and accommodating with the vision of our wedding, allowing us to open up an adjoining room and set up bar tables and lounge furniture. They have a great list of vendors and the process has been easy to get through, which is a breath of fresh air during, what can be, a very stressful time. The bride and groom suites are what sold me on the space, though. They are secured during the reception, so we have a place for our valuables, and provide several amenities that other venues did not - several mirrors for getting ready, a separate bathroom, lots of lighting, etc. We can't wait to celebrate at Restoration 1894! Reviewed on 20-07-2016
Anonymous (wedding party)5 out of 5 Rating Wedding Date 18-09-2017 Wow, what an incredible venue. From the original hardwood floors, exposed brick walls and original tin ceiling tiles, to the fabulous bridal and groom suites, I know that we could not of chosen a better location to celebrate our daughter's upcoming wedding. Michele is a dream to work with, allowing us to bring in lounge furniture from \"Studio M\" to give the evening a relaxing, easy feel. We are anxious to celebrate our daughter's special day in October at Restoration 1894. Reviewed on 18-07-2016
Anonymous (bride)5 out of 5 Rating Wedding Date 25-05-2017 Michele's attention to detail is incredible! She really went above and beyond. Everything is perfect and the space is absolutely beautiful. Best bride and groom's rooms in town! Reviewed on 25-03-2016
jennifer OBryan(bride)5 out of 5 Rating Wedding Date 24-09-2016 This space is spectacular. The remodel was done perfectly leaving original hardwood floors and ceiling tiles. The remodel also includes an amazing bridal and grooms suite. On top of the incredible physical aspects they have also found a great event space manager. Michele has made our experience so seamless and easy. She has a lot of experience in this industry and has developed relationships with vendors that make her able to advise on events of any size. Looking forward to celebrating my big day at Restoration 1894. Reviewed on 08-03-2016