WHERE MODERN & HISTORIC MEET
Formerly home to the Holy Ghost Church in Cleveland’s Tremont neighborhood, The Elliot underwent an extensive renovation and opened its doors in July 2022 to provide modern features while honoring its historic architecture, making your event a unique and memorable experience. The Elliot offers two aesthetically distinct and versatile spaces, ideal for hosting weddings, corporate gatherings, private parties, and any other reason you have to celebrate.
The Elliot is not a party center. It’s a boutique wedding & event venue that takes on the personality of every client who walks through its doors. Whether you’re saying, “I do,” celebrating a milestone, or thanking your employees for a successful year, we offer services designed to cater to the needs of our clients and are constantly optimizing our packages based on client feedback, industry trends, and what we believe works best in our space. Our team is dedicated to making your event memorable and stress-free, allowing you to focus on celebrating your special moments.
the ballroom
Our ballroom’s grand staircase leads to a balcony that highlights the iconic rose window, sitting opposite the room’s stunning, 8’ Swarovski crystal chandelier. The 29’ barrel-vaulted ceiling provides excellent acoustics and dimmable lights that accent its historical structure. Built into the bell towers, The Ballroom hosts two dressing rooms with original stained glass. The 27' quartz bar and open floor plan provide a blank space that can be transformed however you see fit.
max capacity | 200 seated with balcony; 150 seated without balcony; 300 cocktail-style
the rosehip room
Hidden on the lower level of The Elliot is The Rosehip Room, an unexpected speakeasy situated under exposed wood beams and wrapped in deep green hues, painted murals, and emerald tiling.
Designed for cocktail hours, comedy shows, live music, and private events, the Rosehip Room features a built-in stage and a 27’ quartz bar featuring the building’s original stained glass.
Includes: A/V equipment, soft seating, high tops, and bar stools
max capacity | 150-200 cocktail-style
the location
The Elliot made its home in the heart of Tremont, one of Cleveland’s oldest and most culturally rich neighborhoods, home to chef-owned restaurants, boutiques, and popular bars.
Conveniently located blocks away from Cleveland’s major highways, The Elliot is 5 minutes from the many hotels downtown and just a 15-minute drive to the airport.
Across the street, you’ll find Lincoln Park, an 8-acre park featuring lush trees, blooming hydrangeas, and a charming gazebo, perfect backdrops for ceremonies and wedding party photos.
the chandelier
At 700 lbs and 8’ tall, our stunning Swarovski-crystal chandelier is the focal point of The Elliot’s ballroom, suspended 29’ above the floor from the restored dome ceiling. The Elliot’s owners spent 9 hours on a Saturday hanging over 2,000 crystals on the structure.
the rose window
The center Rose Window (new portion) is 7’ in diameter. Dan’s bench had to be enlarged to incorporate the window. At times while glazing he had to climb up on the bench to work on the center. Every joint of the lead came had to be soldered with a 60-40 solder, then the window was sandwiched between plywood and carefully flipped by four people and then the other side is soldered. This process was repeated when the window was cemented (glazier’s putty) on both sides. Cementing is the main waterproofing of the window and also helps keep the glass from rattling. It also helps support the window but remains flexible for the expansion and contraction of the window.
Estimated 800 pieces of glass were used for the new rose portion and all the pieces were cut by hand.
Although some glass was cathedral glass, most of the glass was opalescent glass form Kokomo Opalescent Glass Co., Kokomo, IN. www.kog.com “Founded in 1888, KOG is the oldest producer of hand cast, cathedral, and opalescent glass in the United States. Proudly based in Kokomo, Indiana, KOG is known worldwide for our high-quality, hand-mixed sheet glass.”
Some of the glass was silver stained: a process where silver compounds are painted on the glass and then fired at a special temperature to make the stain permanent. Silver stain was discovered in the early 14th century. It is composed of silver nitrate (or chloride, sulfate, or oxide) and gamboge gum, and comes in various colors, from pale yellow to a rich, orangey amber. Because the silver nitrate is clear, the gamboge or clay is added so you can see the application, and then is washed off after the firing, with the silver staining remaining. It differs from paint and enamels because during firing a chemical process takes place in which the stain becomes part of the molecular structure of the glass, rather than adhering to the surface.
Designed & Glazed by Dan Seese of Whitney Stained Glass Studio, Inc. 5/2022host your next event
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