SC Events
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Stephens College Events has been creating timeless events for over a decade. We are proud to create excellent events at an elevated level. From weddings to corporate events to any of life's celebrations, our venues and event management services guarantee a lasting impression.
The College's historic campus offers all-inclusive options for life's celebrations -- from the wedding of your dreams to a standout business meeting -- our one-of-a-kind venues offer timeless elegance and eclectic charm. All are centrally located within walking distance of The District of Downtown Columbia in Mid-Missouri, along with valet parking. And SC Events has partnered with American Dining Creations to offer full catering and bar services, making this a one-stop-shop for all your event needs.
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Firestone Baars Chapel
Designed by renowned Finnish architect Eero Saarinen (designer of the St. Louis Gateway Arch), this uplifting venue features beautifully stained-glass windows and doors that illuminate every side of this stand-out space. Walk down the aisle to the impressive sound of our 19th century pipe organ. This instrument serves as the towering backdrop to your one-of-a-kind ceremony. Exchange your vows in the heart of the chapel, surrounded by your family and friends in an intimate setting. Share your ceremony with up to 290 guests, plus your wedding party, in the extraordinary Firestone Baars Chapel. Be sure to ask about our outdoor garden and lawn spaces located right outside the doors of Firestone Baars Chapel! Thera are two furnished “Getting Ready Rooms”, that include a steamer and plenty of space for your bridal party to get ready!
Kimball Ballroom
Imagine your next event against the dramatic backdrop of floor to ceiling arched windows, hardwood flooring, fireplace, vintage soda parlor and striking chandeliers. This gorgeous space not only possesses historic charm, but is also equipped with modern amenities, including a digital projector with a 16 x 12-foot retractable screen, programmable lighting and automatic window shades. The ballroom is also home to a vintage soda shop complete with a soda fountain, perfect for snack bars and of course, photo-ops. Kimball Ballroom’s versatile 6,000 square-foot floor plan can accommodate up to 300 guests seated at banquet tables, or up to 350 guests in our large party layout. Built in 1938 and restored in 2006, the one-of-a-kind Kimball Ballroom of Lela Raney Wood Hall is the perfect setting for a grand celebration. The entire stock of tables, chairs and linens are included in your venue rental. American Dining and Creations is the onsite caterer and will provide an entire menu of food and bar options.
Hugh Stephens Penthouse
The Hugh Stephens Penthouse is a newly renovated space that overlooks Columbia with floor to ceiling windows on three of the four walls. This is a beautiful Mid Century Modern event space that includes solid wood ceiling, with a show stopping hanging fireplace in the front of this event space. The venue footprint of this space includes the entire top floor of the Hugh Stephens Library, including two restrooms and small catering kitchen. There are no included audio or visual equipment pieces included in this footprint. The entire stock of tables, chairs and linens are included in your venue rental, and this space has exclusive use of Stephens stock of Chiavari Chairs. American Dining and Creations is the onsite caterer and will provide an entire menu of food and bar options. The entire venue space footprint is wheelchair accessible.
Senior Hall
For a romantic setting filled with beautiful details reminiscent of another time, Senior Hall offers spaces for all your wedding day reception needs. Start the wedding festivities by hosting your rehearsal dinner in the grand setting of Senior Hall’s Recital Hall. This space can also serve as reception space for an intimate celebration of your newly minted commitment with close family and friends. The Recital Hall features a hardwood stage perfect for your band or DJ and for bridal party toasts. Elegant drama is also present in the room in the form of the floor-to-ceiling windows that allow soft, natural light to enter the space. In addition to the Recital Hall, Senior Hall also features a unique set of attached Parlors that can be used to host cocktail hour or for the bridal party to prepare for the ceremony. Host your wedding day in the enchantingly elegant venue of Senior Hall and you and your guests are sure to remember it for years to come. A projector and retractable screen are available in the Recital Hall along with a connected computer station. The computer station may not be moved under any circumstances. The Recital Hall stage does not have a wheelchair access. The rest of the venue footprint is wheelchair accessible. American Dining and Creations is the onsite caterer and will provide an entire menu of food and bar options.
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SC Events
(573) 876-7257, ext. 4257